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Christmas Cookie Recipes & Ideas
What would the holiday season be without cookies? Get creative in the kitchen this year and bake up one of these festive cookie ideas!

Seared Bacon Wrapped Scallops

Nestled on a leafy bed or popped directly into your mouth, no matter which way you serve them, these bacon wrapped scallops are a delicious appetizer to please guests at Christmastime.

Chocolate Chip Nutella Christmas Cookies

Christmas wouldn't be complete without rich cookie recipes. This particular one doubles up on the chocolate and makes for a Christmas cookie no one will be able to resist - and one Santa will love!

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The Christmas season is full of traditional recipes that makes the holiday even more special. Foods including popular Christmas ham, Christmas candy recipes, and Christmas cookies for Santa are among some of the great recipes ... Read More we have for you to use in your menu this year. Perhaps you're preparing a dish for a large Christmas party or for a small dinner with just friends or family. We've got plenty of Christmas recipe ideas and tips. You’ll even find recipes for Christmas morning breakfast, appetizers for Christmas parties as well as sweet treats and desserts such as candy, cakes and fudge. We've even taken some traditional recipes and spruce them up a bit to make your Christmas dinner menu unique and special to match the Christmas party you are throwing. Classic Christmas recipes are also a must and we have great recipes from our Celebrations party planning experts who've shared their secrets for you to incorporate into your Christmas dinner. Learn how to make Christmas dishes unique by adding special spices, flavors and ingredients to update your Christmas dishes. With step-by-step instruction, making Christmas dinner doesn't have to be difficult or challenging with these amazing ideas that also taste great! Get inspired by our Christmas recipes and make dinner this year even more special at your Christmas gathering. Take a moment to browse our collection of Christmas recipes and put together an amazing menu that will sure to impress everyone at the dinner table. Read Less

Christmas Hors d'Oeuvres

This collection of Christmas-inspired appetizers will definitely impress your guests this holiday season! We cannot wait to serve these to our guests! We know they are going to be a huge hit!

Sauteed Ginger Shrimp Appetizer

Holiday Tea Sandwich Wreath

Holiday Seared Bacon Wrapped Bay Scallops

Cheesy Christmas Wreath

Cinnamon Fruit Kebabs

Asparagus Bruschetta

Cookies are a big part of Christmastime and these sweet treats are perfect for all. From basic lemon cookies to festive Christmas cookie pops, we've got a recipe or how-to to spruce up your cookies just in time for the holiday season.

Lemon Cookie Recipe

Rudolph Christmas Cookie Pops

Gingerbread House Cookie Dough

Chocolate Dipped, Peppermint, Sugar Cookies

Chocolate Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies

Chocolate Nutella Cookies

Christmas Tree Cookie Pops

Meringue Cookie "Snow" Puffs

Easy Holly Holiday Cupcakes

Create easy Christmas cupcakes that are as festive as they are delicious with this quick how-to video from the Editor. With a few ingredients you can make a holly holiday cupcake in seconds flat.

Foods for the Holidays

Christmas festivities involve lots of baking and cooking. We've rounded up a few quick and easy Christmas recipes to please all your guests without leaving you stressed in the kitchen.

Swedish Meatballs

World's Best Meatloaf

Simple Chic French-Style Cassoulet

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Lemon Cookie Recipe

Crisp, light and sourly sweet these lemon cookies are always a hit with our family, friends and neighbors around the holidays. Whip up a batch of your own with this easy Christmas recipe!

Pumpkin Parfaits

These pumpkin parfaits are not just for Thanksgiving - the pumpkin spice makes them suitable for any fall or winter celebration. These delicious desserts will be a hit at your Christmas party!

Spiced Holiday Nuts

Spiced nuts are a delicious snack to pair with holiday cocktails. Serve these at your holiday party and your guests will be thoroughly delighted.

Holiday Seared Bacon Wrapped Bay Scallops

Scallops cook up quickly, which is why people are sometimes hesitant to serve them at home. Rather than worrying about the quick cook time, take advantage! These guys wrapped in bacon please a crowd and will free up your hosting duties so you enjoy your company!

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Mini Apple Pies

Apple pies might be expected at holiday gatherings, but these mini versions of the All-American classic are anything but ordinary. Bake up a batch for your Christmas celebration and we're sure your family and friends will be delighted.

Apple Pie Filling

Sucree Pie Dough

How to Assemble a Pie

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Festive Christmas Cocktails

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Butterscotch Martini

Ginger Martini

Christmas Party Online Invites

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