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10 Festive Desserts to Try This Holiday Season

'Tis the season to indulge.

Emily Woidat
Nov 30, 2015
University of Notre Dame
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10 Festive Desserts to Try This Holiday Season
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Seasonal desserts are to the holiday season what football is to Notre Dame: inseparable! For those who dabble in baking (or are related to anyone with any culinary inclination whatsoever), here are ten delicious treats to test over break guaranteed to get you in the holiday spirit, courtesy of the best website ever, aka Pintrest. Just don’t try to eat them all in one day if you have any desire to leave the house. Enjoy!


1. Peppermint Bark Brownies


Who doesn’t love peppermint bark or brownies? This one speaks for itself.


2. Eggnog Truffles



For eggnog lovers interested in experiencing their favorite drink in mouthwatering truffle form.


3. Snowflake Sugar Cookies


If you’re into cookie art and go for the classic flavors, this one is for you. (If you’re less creatively gifted like I am, don’t expect these to turn out as pretty as the ones in the picture. Don’t worry; they’ll still taste great.)


4. Glazed Gingerbread Donuts


Melt in your mouth gingerbread happiness that you can have when you wake up! (Assuming you consider donuts to be breakfast. No judgment here!)


5. Peppermint Milkshake

For those who are less than culinary, this frosty peppermint beverage requires just five ingredients, takes less than five minutes to concoct, and tastes delicious.

6. Vanilla Bean Macaroons

If you’re feeling particularly ambitious and sophisticated, these sparkly macaroons can be dual-purposed as both dessert and décor—they’re just so pretty!


7. Peppermint Crunch Puppy Chow

Puppy Chow decked out for the holidays. Warning: you will not be able to stop at one handful (or two, or three…).


8. Maple Snickerdoodle Cups

Cookie cups that taste like your mom’s pancakes on Christmas morning with a burst of cinnamon. Perfection.


9. Candy Cane Kiss Cookies

A festive take on the traditional Hershey Kiss favorite. Easy to make, adorable on a plate, and a crowd favorite. These are a no-brainer for your holiday cookie exchange.


10. Chocolate Cupcakes with Peppermint Buttercream

This list wouldn’t really be mine if it didn’t include cupcakes. These ones have a rich chocolate base with a creamy peppermint frosting. #winning.





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