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45 Decadent Holiday Desserts

From Savory to Sweet, These Christmas Desserts are Simply Delicious

— November 28, 2012 — Special
Finding the perfect finish to your Christmas dinner can be a bit tricky, but these holiday desserts are sure to please even the most discerning sweet tooth.

The holiday season is always chocked full of gatherings that have friends and family coming together to celebrate, which usually entails having some food. If you've got your schedule full of parties to attend this season and don't have any idea of what to bring, these dessert ideas will definitely give you some fantastic options that will please any crowd. From savory to sweet, there is basic to advanced ideas to make sure everyone is satisfied.

For those who aren't so great in the kitchen, there are many ideas here that are super easy to prepare or that only require you to mix store-bought ingredients.
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Bursting Brown Sugar Apples
Bursting Brown Sugar Apples
This ‘My Baking Addiction’ Inside-Out Crisp is Reversed
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Nutty Smearable Desserts
Nutty Smearable Desserts
Spread Some Happiness with a Little Cookie Dough Peanut Butter
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Caramelized Frozen Fruit Desserts
Caramelized Frozen Fruit Desserts
Enjoy This Apple Cinnamon Ice Cream With a Slice of Pumpkin Pie
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Bite-Sized Dipable Cinnabons
Bite-Sized Dipable Cinnabons
The Mini Cinnamon Roll Fondue are a Tasty Twist on Food Dips
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Pie-Inspired Fruit Desserts
Pie-Inspired Fruit Desserts
Caramel Apple Pie Cupcakes Satisfy Your Craving for a Flaky Pastry
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Peppermint-Infused Brownies
Peppermint-Infused Brownies
Wave Goodbye to Diets with this How Sweet It Is Chocolate Concoction
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Gelatinous Holiday Desserts
Gelatinous Holiday Desserts
Create Wild Desserts with Gingerbread and Candy Cane Jell-O Pudding
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Holiday Bird Desserts
Holiday Bird Desserts
Celebrate American Thanksgiving With a Turkey Cake
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Invigoratingly Minty Cupcakes
Invigoratingly Minty Cupcakes
This 'My Baking Addiction' Dessert is Better Than Any Breath Mint
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Towering Christmas Treats
Towering Christmas Treats
The 'Spectacular Holiday Cake' Rises High Above Dining Tables
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35
Carnivorous Chocolate Treats
Carnivorous Chocolate Treats
The Caramel Dipped Bacon Fudge is Both Savory and Sweet
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Candy Apple Cookies
Candy Apple Cookies
The Brit & Co. Blog Turns a Classic Treat into an Easy-to-Eat Dessert
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Cheesy Holiday Confections
Cheesy Holiday Confections
These Cheesecake-Filled Chocolate Easter Eggs Combine Two Good Things
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Creamy Packaged Christmas Cookies
Creamy Packaged Christmas Cookies
The Gingerbread Oreos Will Only be Sold for a Limited Time
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Apple Cider Funnel Cakes
Apple Cider Funnel Cakes
This Dine and Dish Dessert Will Make a Divine Conclusion to Dinner
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DIY Cocoa Dessert Spoons
DIY Cocoa Dessert Spoons
The 'A Beautiful Mess' Blog Shows How to Make a Delicious Treat
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Pastry-Packed Pastries
Pastry-Packed Pastries
Mikes Miscellaneous Mondays Creates the World's Greatest Canolli
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Bite-Sized Pumpkin Pies
Bite-Sized Pumpkin Pies
With This 'My Baking Addiction Creation,' Hunger Will Not Be an Option
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Cake-Battered Fudge
Cake-Battered Fudge
This Baked From a Box Dessert Looks Heavenly
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Bite-Sized Creme Brulee Cakes
Bite-Sized Creme Brulee Cakes
This 'Cupcake Project' Recipe is a Multi-Layered Delight
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Biscuit-Packed Baked Goods
Biscuit-Packed Baked Goods
The Heidi Bakes Double Chocolate Cookie Bars are Severely Overindulgent
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Salty Booze-Laden Chocolates
Salty Booze-Laden Chocolates
These Beer and Pretzel Fudge Pieces Appeal to Many Taste Buds
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Deluxe Campfire-Inspired Squares
Deluxe Campfire-Inspired Squares
The 'Pioneer Woman' Nutella Krispie Treats Are Flavor-Filled
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Fall-Flavored Parfaits
Fall-Flavored Parfaits
The Bakers Royale Pumpkin Praline Trifle Will be a Fall Favorite
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Spicy Condiment Cakes
Spicy Condiment Cakes
These Wasabi and White Chocolate Cupcakes are Bursting with Sweet Heat
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Frozen Fruit Crumbles
Frozen Fruit Crumbles
The Pip and Ebby Strawberries and Cream Dessert is Unconventional
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Divine Antioxidant Desserts
Divine Antioxidant Desserts
This Lexie's Kitchen Treat is Loaded with Pomegranates and Chocolate
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Barbecued Dessert Hybrids
Barbecued Dessert Hybrids
The Grilled S'more Brownie is Easy to Make and Delicious
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Chocolate Chip Lava Cookies
Chocolate Chip Lava Cookies
The Kevin and Amanda Dessert is Drenched in Ooey Gooey Deliciousness
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Pecan Pie Cookies
Pecan Pie Cookies
Satiate Cravings for Sugary Goodness with the Celebration Generation Baked Good
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Graham Cracker Jar Treats
Graham Cracker Jar Treats
The ‘Becky Bakes’ S’mores Pudding Recipe is Scrumptiou
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Cookie Dough Frosted Cupcakes
Cookie Dough Frosted Cupcakes
This 'Gimme Some Oven Peanut Chocolate' Recipe Will Railroad Diets
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Peppermint Patty Cookies
Peppermint Patty Cookies
Enjoy Classic York Mints with These Sallys Baking Addiction Biscuits
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Boozy Mint Cookies
Boozy Mint Cookies
The Mojito Macarons Are Modeled After Sweet Summer Drinks
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Hot Cocoa Cookies
Hot Cocoa Cookies
This Pip and Ebby Cookie Creation Will Leave Dessert-Lovers Speechless
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Multilayered Pudding Pastries
Multilayered Pudding Pastries
The Sweet Treats and More Pumpkin Lust Cake is Decadently Delicious
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Scrumptious Dessert Candles
Scrumptious Dessert Candles
The 'Heart Song Tarts n Finds' Offers Tart Scented Wax
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Breath-Freshening Mint Brownies
Breath-Freshening Mint Brownies
This 'Averie Cook' Triple Layer Fudge Creation is Sinfully Good
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Brimming Caramel Biscuits
Brimming Caramel Biscuits
These Kitchen is My Playground Cookies are Jam-Packed with Sweetness
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Cake Batter Rice Krispies
Cake Batter Rice Krispies
This 'Baked From a Box' Cupcake Recipe Look Too Good for Words
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Oozing Candy Bar Desserts
Oozing Candy Bar Desserts
The 'Bakingdom' Rolo Brownie Trifle is Jammed Packed with Chocolate
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Doughy Truffle Pops
Doughy Truffle Pops
These 'Bakerella' Chocolate Chip Desserts are Mouth-Watering
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Miniature Nature-Inspired Desserts
Miniature Nature-Inspired Desserts
Acorn Cake Pops are a Delicious Thanksgiving Treat
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Vagrant Gingerbread Homes
Vagrant Gingerbread Homes
Stockholms Stadsmission Billboards Encourage Compassion
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Cookie-Crowded Biscuit Bars
Cookie-Crowded Biscuit Bars
Take a Walk on the Wild Side with the Inn Cuisine Seven Layers Dessert
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