60 Festive special occasion Desserts To Get In The Holiday Spirit
Get ready to spread holiday cheer with 60 Festive special occasion Desserts To Get In The Holiday Spirit! This delightful collection of recipes offers a scrumptious variety of sweet treats perfect for any celebration, from cozy family gatherings to festive New Year’s parties. You’ll find mouthwatering options that blend classic flavors like chocolate and peppermint, ensuring something special for every palate. Easy to prepare and fun to make, these desserts are ideal for involving the whole family in the kitchen. Plus, they make fantastic gifts that showcase your baking prowess and thoughtfulness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Ingredients
- Sugar
- Flour
- Baking soda
- Chocolate
- Vanilla extract (alcohol-free)
- Crushed peppermint
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and baking soda until well blended.
- Melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler; stir until smooth and cool slightly.
- In another bowl, combine melted chocolate with vanilla extract and crushed peppermint.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Scoop spoonfuls of batter onto prepared baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are set.
- Cool on baking sheets briefly before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg