New Year's Eve Desserts

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Skip dinner and go right to dessert and champagne for New Year's Eve! Indulge in dessert recipes of all sorts for the utmost in sweet luxury on New Year's Eve.

We like to indulge in sugary goodness however we can - be it cake, cupcakes, candy or cocktails! Below, you'll find decadent recipes perfect for celebrating the New Year and indulging in one last sweet bite before the diets begin. On the list, cookies, cakes, chocolates and cocktails that more often than not involve lots of sugar and chocolate!

Recipe

Easy Homemade Ice Cream Bon Bons

Don't overlook sweet ice cream treats just because we're in the middle of winter! These ice cream bonbons are so, so easy to make at home and always illicit "oohs" and "aahs" from party guests when they're served. Read More

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Oreo Truffles

For a truly over the top, gluttonous dessert go with these simple truffles. They are perhaps one of the most devilishly delicious treats we've ever had the pleasure of biting into - and they're absolutely perfect for New Year's Eve before the diet starts. Read More

Drink

Chocolate Raspberry Martini

Guests looking to sip the night away will enjoy this dessert in a martini glass. Concocted especially for the holiday season, it's the perfect New Year's Eve dessert if you're looking for a creamy chocolate taste without the cake. Read More

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White Chocolate Dipped Pretzels

Chocolate dipped pretzels offer a perfect salty-sweet pairing. Dress your pretzels up with white chocolate instead of the usual dark and sprinkle with edible glitter for a New Year's Eve dessert that sparkles. Read More

Drink

S'more Mocktail

Younger guests (and those designated drivers) will appreciate this sweet mocktail. Served with a graham cracker and marshmallow garnish, it's a drink that we enjoy often, but still feels special each time we pour a glass. Read More

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Chocolate Brandy Truffle Balls

Small enough you can probably pop them right into your mouth, these chocolate truffle balls are dangerously good. Before you know it half the tray will have disappeared! But it's OK, indulge now - New Year's resolutions don't start until tomorrow. Read More

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Sherried Meringue Cookies

Meringue cookies are a lights, crisp, yet gooey dessert. They're so easy to customize and really versatile with the flavors they embrace. Give these sherried meringues a try for your New Year's party. Read More

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Chocolate Whipped Cream Stuffed Strawberries

For those guests (and hosts!) looking to start the new year off on the right foot, these stuffed chocolate strawberries are creamy, sweet and decadent, but come without the guilt. You won't feel sorry for eating one, or two, or three...well, you get the point! Indulge and enjoy! Read More

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