From traditional Christmas yule log to modern Bundt cake, these Christmas desserts ideas will brighten up your festive celebration this year.
This fantastic list is for you if you're looking for the most creative Christmas dessert recipes. This excellent dessert list has everything from red velvet roll cake to pepper mint candy cane dip. From creative chocolate pandan panna cotta to simple chocolate yule log.
You can also choose from traditional Christmas desserts to modern ones. Better yet? There are also vegan and gluten-free recipes for those on special diets.
I also have most favorite holiday dishes ranged from classic to contemporary to fulfill your Christmas celebration. Or these awesome Thanksgiving theme desserts definitely can still keep you on track of holiday sweet treats.
1. Chocolate pandan panna cotta
A perfect pick if you're looking for creative Christmas desserts recipes. This awesome dessert with super creamy texture and wonderful flavor. Not to mention it undeniable looks super gorgeous not only for your Christmas gathering but also for your Instagram feed.
- Total cooking time: 6 hours 30 minutes
2. Chocolate yule log cake
There is nothing can be more holiday-y than a chocolate yule log cake. An international symbol and an ode to a Christmas's spirit. This light spongy cake layered and covered in yummy chocolate fudge frosting will brighten your mood throughout this holiday.
Total cooking time: 2 hours
3. Peppermint candy cane dip
5 ingredient Christmas peppermint dip made with real candy canes. This candy cane dip will be a festive addition to your holiday party spread.
- Total cooking time: 5 minutes
4. Red velvet cake roll
The red velvet cake roll features a buttercream frosting infused with white chocolate and peppermint, garnished with a crown of candy cane bits making this a festive holiday dessert that is fit for a king, a queen, or just about anyone lucky enough to make Santa’s nice list.
- Total cooking time: 40 minutes
5. Cannoli cream filled strawberries
This is a creative and easy way to transform fresh, delicious strawberries into another awesome holiday dessert. The recipe combines the creaminess of cream cheese with the traditional ricotta cheese but also adds to whipped cream's fluffy texture. Combine all those delicious flavors and sprinkle a little cinnamon and chocolate on top…and voila! You have the perfect combination of the rich yet light filling and strawberries' freshness.
- Total cooking time: 20 minutes
6. Triple chocolate cookies
Easy Chocolate Cookies from Scratch and Perfect for Christmas or Anytime of Year with Homemade Frosting!
- Total cooking time: 30 minutes
7. Vegan peppermint fudge
Can't find a perfect vegan Christmas dessert this year? Well, you're in luck. This vegan peppermint fudge is some of the best stuff you will ever eat! You may also know it by the term candy cane fudge, but you can make it any time of year! It is the perfect balance between chocolate and peppermint, as the peppermint isn’t overwhelming but just enough.
- Total cooking time: 5 minutes
8. Cranberry sour cream Bundt cake
This Fresh Cranberry Cake recipe is a fun and festive that makes a pretty presentation with easy decorating. That is why it is a must in this creative Christmas desserts recipes list.
- Total cooking time: 1 hour 20 minutes
9. Christmas golden Oreo truffles
Christmas treats that are no bake and made with only a handful of ingredients, these Christmas Golden Oreo Balls are the best simple treat. Coated in rich white chocolate and sprinkles, this recipe is going to be a new holiday tradition!
- Total cooking time: 30 minutes
10. Creamy blueberry Basque burnt cheesecake
A super creamy classic Basque burnt cheesecake mixed with fresh and delicious blueberries makes a wonderful and perfect dessert for any occasion, especially Christmas.
- Total cooking time: 2 hours 10 minutes
11. Oreo Christmas Cookies
Oreo Christmas Cookies look really fancy, but they're incredibly easy to make. And once they're done, they really don't taste much like chocolate sandwich cookies. They taste better!
- Total cooking time: 1 hour 20 minutes
12. Soft gingerbread cookies
Another wonderful dessert makes it to this creative Christmas desserts recipes list. Made with whole wheat flour, oat flour, and coconut oil, these gingerbread cookies are lightened-up and delicious. Perfect for the holidays!
- Total cooking time: 35 minutes
13. Raisin bread pudding
If you have left-over dinner rolls, it's an excellent opportunity to showcase your baking skills by making them into this amazingly delicious raisin bread pudding.
- Total cooking time: 2 hours 50 minutes
14. Red velvet crinkle cookies
Looking for the perfect holiday cookie recipe that is pretty, festive, and super easy to make?? Make theseRed Velvet Crinkle Cookies! These cookies have just 4 ingredients and look absolutely beautiful on any holiday dessert table.
- Total cooking time: 20 minutes
15. Coconut rum cheesecake
Want to take a break from pumpkin spice, chocolate, or gingerbread but still want something that is suitable for holiday spirit? Lets turn the popular Puerto Rican holiday co*cktail into an edible dessert. This Creamy Coconut Drum (Coquito) Cheesecake is a spin-off of the popular Puerto Rican holiday drink that can be your perfect, creative holiday dessert.
- Total cooking time: 7 hours 10 minutes
16. Cute Christmas brownies
This creative Christmas desserts recipes list won't complete without these amazing holiday brownies. These Christmas Brownies make cute homemade Christmas gifts and look great on your holiday party table.
- Total cooking time: 1 hour
17. Vegan Christmas pudding
With plump dates, golden sultanas, dried cranberries and pears and a goodly swig of brandy, this recipe makes creating a show-stopping Christmas dessert so easy.
- Total cooking time: 5 hours 15 minutes
18. Raspberry linzer cookies
These linzer cookies use a simple shortbread cookie recipe, and are filled with delicious raspberry jam. They definitely make a statement with the peekaboo cutout, and they will be a hit when you serve them for dessert!
- Total cooking time: 50 minutes
19. Old-fashioned butter pound cake
Everybody loves a piece of pound cake regardless of the season. If you want to take a break from holiday desserts, this butter pound cake recipe is the ONE. It uses a unique creaming method with a perfect balance of high-quality ingredients. Let's give it a try.
- Total cooking time: 2 hours 10 minutes
20. Peppermint park cake
Christmas candy meets Christmas cake in this minty, chocolaty, decadent peppermint bark cake recipe.Another wonder in this creative Christmas desserts recipes list and a must try.
- Total cooking time: 1 hour 30 minutes
21. Rudolph biscoff linzer cookies
The combination of the spiced cookie butter spread and buttery and tender almond cookies is so delicious!These minimalist Rudolph cookies are super cute but simple and easy to make, and perfect for Christmas!
- Total cooking time: 20 minutes
22. No-bake lemon chiffon sponge cake
This lemon chiffon cake is light, fresh and filled with set lemon curd with a crunchy Oreo crust. It's so delicious and super easy to make than it looks.
Total cooking time: 5 hours
23. Foolproof Basque burnt cheesecake
This foolproof Basque burnt cheesecake is another good pick if you don't want to go for a too traditional Christmas type dessert. It has a super creamy texture, intense caramelized layer on top and beautiful cracklings on the side. Follow my easy-to-follow instructions & cooking tips for 100% satisfaction guaranteed.
- Total cooking time: 1 hour
24. Bûche de Noël
Another gorgeous yule log recipe. How to make Bûche de Noël (Yule Log Cake) that is delicious and spectacular! With this perfect step by step guide, you can make a classic chocolate yule log that’ll be the star of your Christmas party!
- Total cooking time: 13 hours 30 minutes
25. Creamy coconut panna cotta
This creamy coconut panna cotta may look fancy but it is super easy to make. A quick Italian pudding-like dessert that can be served this Christmas.
- Total cooking time: 8 hours 30 minutes
26. English Christmas trifle
Trifleis a classic English dessert, with layers of pound cake, Creme Anglais, fresh fruit, and whipped cream. This holiday trifle uses raspberries and poached pears, making it as delicious as it is beautiful.Note: Don't put meat in this trifle like Rachel (Friends) did!!!!
- Total cooking time: 1 hour
27. Holiday berry trifle
Another gorgeous trifle. There is no better way to welcome the holidays than with this festive bowl of Holiday Berry Trifle – a treat that a whole family can enjoy!
- Total cooking time: 30 minutes
28. No-bake yule log cake
This easy no bake yule log cake is the perfect Christmas dessert to make with your kids. Just 5 ingredients!
- Total cooking time: 1 hour 30 minutes
29. Gingerbread Bundt cake with vanilla glaze
ThisGingerbread Bundt CakeWith Vanilla Glaze is moist, easy to make and delicious. The perfect Holiday dessert for parties, Breakfast and even Brunch.
- Total cooking time: 55 minutes
30. Christmas chocolate salad
Don't be fool by its name. A very creative dessert for Christmas. What could bring more festive joy than a Christmas Chocolate Salad? Appealing to the young and old, this easy to make platter of chocolate and fruits will be a fitting end to any Christmas gathering!
- Total cooking time: 1 hour 20 minutes
31. Vegan candy cane macarons
These vegan candy cane macarons are perfect for Christmas! Filled with peppermint buttercream and decorated with crushed candy cane pieces, these are a delicious allergy-friendly dessert that can be enjoyed by all.
- Total cooking time: 1 hour 20 minutes
32. Pandoro Christmas Tree Cake (Italian Christmas Cake)
A beautifulPandoro Christmas Tree Cakemade with Pistachios and White Chocolate. This festive Christmas tree shaped cake is a super fun and impressive Italian dessert yet it won’t take you longer than 15 minutes to make! Spend less time in the kitchen and more time celebrating the festive season!
- Total cooking time: 15 minutes
33. Chocolate chestnut pots
This Chocolate Chestnut Pots recipe is perfect for using up all that leftover chocolate and it’s so easy. It looks quite special though so it’s a great option for a decadent dinner party dessert – or just a sweet treat for yourself!
- Total cooking time: 1 hour 10 minutes
