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8 Holiday Bark Recipes That Make Perfect Gifts

by Karly Wood
written by Karly Wood

Being a passionate gift giver, the holidays prove to be both exciting and a careful maneuver of budget-conscious presents every year for me. I always want to bless my family and friends with tokens that demonstrate how much they mean to me, but I’m also not a millionaire. This year, I’ve decided that small, homemade sweet treats like toffee and holiday bark are going to be my avenue for adding to somewhat small gifts that make it possible for me to buy for 19 (NINETEEN) people in my family. I am shocked at how easy holiday bark is to make, and plan on making a list right now for ingredients to get creating. Here are some of my favorite holiday bark recipes that will make the perfect gift.

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1. Loaded Christmas Bark

Ho Ho Ho! This loaded Christmas bark has it all! Pretzels, peanuts, chocolate, M&M’s and sprinkles. There’s a little something for everyone in this sweet treat, and is the perfect addition for that tumbler mug you’re giving this year. The best part about this bark is you can easily swap out the candy and sprinkles for whatever season you’re making this for, proving that chocolate bark is best enjoyed year round.

Check out AverieCooks.com for a handy dandy video and see how easy this is to make this year!

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2. Peppermint Bark

Is it really the holidays without peppermint? I think not! Layers of white chocolate, dark chocolate, and then white chocolate again that’s topped with candy canes make this dessert the perfect amount of pepperminty, without overdoing it. I think this recipe is pretty much a must this holiday!

Head to SugarApron.com for this recipe, and tons of other fun sweets.

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3. Mint Oreo Chocolate Bark

Fresh minty flavor, coupled with the oh so festive green color, this Mint Oreo Chocolate bark is sure to be a hit. It’s that perfect mixture of crunchy any chewy and we’re pretty happy about it. It only takes three ingredients and that patience for this to set and cool before you’re doling this out to family and friends.

Head to ASpicyPerspective.com for tons of new takes on recipes to spice up your life.

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4. Snowman Bark

Well THIS is the cutest holiday bark I’ve ever seen! Chocolate is melted and spread over a pan, then inlaid with these adorable white chocolate pareils and pretzels. Use some candy to paint that adorable snowman face then add some fun sprinkles to add that snowy feel.

Check out TheDecoratedCookie.com for the how-to on this snowman bark, and 14 MORE cute bark ideas.

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5. Gingerbread Bark

Get your gingerbread fix WITHOUT the mess of an entire gingerbread house that goes stale before you can eat it. Milk and white chocolate combine in this festive bark recipe, that’s topped with the spicy flavor of gingerbread cookies.

 

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6. Salted Chocolate Cookie Butter Bark

Uhh, did you just say cookie butter!? Sign me UP. This sweet treat is made from a heaping cup of our favorite guilty pleasure that is cooke butter, then MORE butter (the real kind), powdered sugar and chocolate chips. Top with kosher salt and you have the ultimate sweet and savory dessert.

I know I’m downloading this recipe from WineAndGlue.com, are you?

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7. Peppermint Reindeer Bark

Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer never looked so delicious! While the majority of these bark is actually more chocolatey (you only use 1 candy cane for the top layer), your kids will love helping you lay out all the reindeers using candy eyes, broken pretzels and candy eyes. This is so adorable and would be a great neighborhood or teacher gift!

Check out the fun video at ItsAlwaysAutumn.com.

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8. Healthy Holiday Bark

Consuming tons of sugar around the holidays feels good at first, but it quickly catches up with you and that’s why I had to include at least 1 “healthy” bark recipe in this list. The base starts out with dark chocolate and coconut milk and oil. It’s then drizzled with a homemade matcha topping, then pumpkin seeds and unsweetened coconut oil. This recipe is also paleo and vegan!

Check out more meal plans and recipes at TheMovementMenu.com.

 

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8 No-Bake Desserts To Save Stress This Holiday

by Karly Wood
written by Karly Wood

Don’t get me wrong: I love the holidays and I love baking. But sometimes when you put them both together, it creates for the ultimate stressful environment. While I REALLY love baking holiday treats, there comes a time where I just can’t do it all. That’s why I love the option of delicious no-bake desserts! If you’re looking for one less way to stay away from the hot oven, check out these festive no-bake desserts to keep things stress-free this holiday.

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1. Dark Chocolate Peppermint No-Bake Mini Cheesecakes

Say that recipe fast three times! While the title may be long, this no-bake recipe is all that’s easy with holiday baking. Because there’s no baking involved! This would be a great dessert for kids because there’s no hot oven. Dark chocolate shells are filled with a mixture of cream cheese and peppermint Hershey kisses. This is the ultimate Christmas treat!

Check out MomEndeavors.com to get the complete recipe!

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 2. No-Bake Salted Caramel Coconut Macaroons

Salted Caramel is the ultimate ode to chilly weather, and these no-bake macaroons are no exception. Similar to the infamous Girl Scout Samoa cookie, these coconut and caramel mixed balls that are coated in chocolate will be the hit at any family party.

Check out this recipe and other tasty baked goods at LifeLoveAndSugar.com.

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3. Pumpkin Spice Lush

Pumpkin Spice pudding, pumpkin pie spice, delicious pecan shortbread cookies and Cool Whip all come together in this completely creamy and bake-free dessert. If you forgot to reserve a pie at your local bakery, this dessert is here to save the day for Christmas dinner!

See how easy it is at DreamingInDIY.com!

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4. No-Bake Eggnog Cheesecake

Eggnog is an acquired taste, but if you love it, you usually can’t get enough of it! Instead of drinking away your calories (good eggnog is definitely not low-fat!), enjoy the unique flavor of eggnog in this creamy cheesecake. This delicious filling is made from cream cheese, eggnog and pudding and tops a no-bake graham cracker crust. Chill and serve!

Check out MomDot.com for the recipe for this tasty cheesecake and other amazing printables and craft ideas.

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5. No-Bake Peppermint Bark Cookies

Dress up your ordinary wafer cookies by drenching them in this sweet mixture of candy canes, white chocolate melts and a hint of peppermint extract. This is a great dessert the kiddos can help out with, and will look like you made it from scratch!

We found this amazing recipe at TheSuburbanSoapbox.com. Head over to grab more delicious meal ideas and look at some pretty photos too!

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6. No-Bake French Silk Pie

Craving a pie, but not slaving over a pie crust or baked version? Then you need this no-bake French Silk pie, a holiday favorite. If you want to stick your toe into baking on this recipe, feel free to blind bake a crust in advance. Otherwise, buy a no-bake crust and call it a day, as you make the homemade filling and whipped topping. No one will be the wiser!

Check out other classy recipes from CookingClassy.com.

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7. Christmas Sugar Cookie Truffles

No bake and 4 ingredients. Could this be a more heavenly recipe? Crumble sugar cookies, combine with cream cheese, then drip in melted white chocolate and sprinkle with festive sprinkles. BAM. I’l be making this soon enough.

Check out how easy this recipe is with a fun video at IfYouGiveABlondeAKitchen.com.

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8. Pumpkin Pie Trifles

Unless you pull a Rachel when it comes to making a trifle, they are usually a hit at parties. These Pumpkin Pie Trifles are perfectly portioned and delicious to boot. Crushed cookies, whipped cream and a pumpkin mixture flavoroed with cinnamon and cream cheese means this dessert is easy to make, without fussing with the oven.

Check out all types of desserts and other recipes at JuliesEatsAndTreats.com.

 

 

Want more holiday dessert ideas?

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7 Delicious Candy Cane Desserts

 

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Slab Pies You Need To Make For Your Next Family Gathering

by Karly Wood
written by Karly Wood

When it comes to dessert, you are usually a cake or pie person. Sure, you can enjoy them both but you probably prefer one over the other and for me, it’s pie all the way. Now that I think about it, that’s probably a huge part of why I love the holidays, because c’mon- the food. Anyways, pies are wonderful but they are a lot of work when it comes to making your own and they don’t feed that many people. That’s where the slab pie comes in! They are easier and much larger versions of your favorite pies that feed 10+ people, with minimal work. Here are just a handful of slab pies that I think you’ll know and love. Bon appétit!

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1. Cranberry Cherry Slab Pie

Goodbye stressful pie making, hello slab pie! This Cranberry Cherry slab pie has all the taste and look of a traditional pie that you’ve spent hours slaving over, but with half the sweat and tears. It’s a semi-sweet dessert that’s perfect for the holidays, serves twice what 1 pie typically feeds, and is oh so gorgeous. Oh, did we mention you can just use store bought crust too? WINNER!

Snag this entire recipe at GarnishWithLemon.com.

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2.  Secret Ingredient Pumpkin Slab Pie

This recipe has TWO secret ingredients, one of which you may never have heard of (I know I didn’t!). I won’t tell you what it is, but there’s no denying this pumpkin slab pie looks seriously divine. Thick layers of pumpkin, buttery crust and that super clever crusted pumpkin on top? Sign me up for this recipe, please!

If you want to know the secret ingredients, check out ASpicyPerspective.com.

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3. Pecan Slab Pie

HELLO GORGEOUS! Have you ever seen something so beautiful as this crusted pecan slab pie? From the glazed pecans, to the browned crust and those adorable crusted leaves- this pecan pie is a winner in every way. Made with a suprinslgy simple list of ingredients (with pecans playing center stage, of course), this slab pie feeds twice the normal pie amount and is probably the prettiest pie you’ll never make.

Grab this family recipe at HomemadeInterest.com.

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4. Chocolate Silk Slab Pie

We always have a chocolate silk pie at our holiday dinner table, because there’s always someone who doesn’t like pumpkin (yeah, I don’t get it either!). This creamy, chocolatey pie is beloved and really satisfies your sweet tooth. A blind baked crust is filled with homemade chocolate filling- both of which use an insane (but tasty) amount of butter and sugar. If you aren’t watching your calories, this slab pie is fair game.

Visit CookingForKeeps.com to get this slab pie recipe, and find others too!

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5. Strawberry Slab Pie

Come summer time, you can bet this pie is being consumed faster than you can make it! A homemade shortbread crust is baked, topped with freshly cut strawberries, and then covered in a filling that involves Sprite and strawberry Jell-O. Can you say SUMMER? This would be a great dessert to bring to a BBQ, especially served with some whipped topping.

See how easy this recipe is at MissInTheKitchen.com.

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6. Snickers Slab Pie

Summer or winter, this Snickers slab pie is perfect year round. Let’s just start by saying you’ll need 6 (SIX) Snickers bar to get this recipe going. Add in some peanut butter, caramel topping, chocolate syrup and store bought pie crusts, and while you definitely don’t have a healthy dessert, you surely have a delicious one.

Check out more tasty desserts at Pillsbury.com.

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7. Cinnamon Blueberry Slab Pie

Homemade dough, crisp and naturally sweet blueberries and the unlikely companion found in cinnamon make this a truly heavenly dish. Perfect for BBQ’s or just enjoying at a family dinner, I can see this tasting even better with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream, while the pie underneath is served hot from the oven.

View more photos of this beautiful dessert and get the recipe too, from HowSweetEats.com.

 

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7 Delicious Candy Cane Desserts

by Jordyn Smith
written by Jordyn Smith

With the taste of refreshing peppermints and their fun, festive shape and color, candy canes are definitely a Christmas time staple. They hang gorgeously on Christmas trees as cheap holiday decorations, they make great additions to Christmas gift baskets, and they can easily be transformed into some pretty tasty desserts,

Whether your holiday desserts stray towards traditional cookies or you like to shake things up a bit with fun winter milkshakes, these candy cane desserts are sweet, refreshing, and the perfect thing to get you in the Christmas spirit!

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1. Candy Cane Brownie Trifle

A decadent chocolate peppermint sauce and delicious peppermint whipped cream are the shining stars of this creative brownie trifle dessert. Layers of brownies are followed by sweet whipped cream then finished off with a few heaps of chocolate sauce and tons of crunchy candy cane pieces.

Head over to The Food Charlatan to find more delicious desserts and savory dinners.

 

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2. Candy Cane Fudge

Containing only six ingredients and completes in about five steps, this candy cane fudge is sure to be a hit at any holiday party. This pretty pink fudge is soft, chewy, and chock full of sweet peppermint flavoring.

Find tons of great dinner inspiration ad desserts to please everyone in your family at Gal On A Mission.

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3. Chocolate Candy Cane Ganache Cookies

These soft, gooey cookies are filled with delicious chocolate chunks, dipped in a decadent chocolate ganache, and finished with a sprinkling of crunchy candy cane pieces. These cookies overwhelm the senses so much that you may have a hard time sharing them.

Get meal planning tips, travel inspiration, and great recipes at Two Peas and Their Pod.

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4. Triple Chocolate Candy Cane Hot Cocoa Bark

When it comes to holiday desserts, it doesn’t get much easier than candy bark. Bark is super easy to make, requiring very few ingredients and even less time in front of a hot stove or oven. This bark, full of dark and white chocolate, candy canes, and marshmallows is definitely no different.

Good Life Eats is full of great style inspiration, hearty recipes, and much more!

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5. Candy Cane Crunch Milkshake

It may be cold outside, but low temperatures are no excuse for not being able to enjoy a delicious milkshake. This milkshake is super simple, all you need to do if fill your blender with your favorite vanilla ice cream, some milk, chocolate chips, and as many candy canes as your little heart desires.

Get tons of delicious seasonal food recipes at I Wash You Dry.

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6. Candy Cane Chocolate Truffles

Truffles are another great holiday dessert that are super easy to make and good enough to please everyone. These simple but decadent chocolate truffles are covered in a crunchy dusting of candy cane, making them equal parts festive and delicious.

Find family-friendly recipes and simple meals at Self Proclaimed Foodie.

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7. Candy Cane Cheesecake Dip

No Christmas party is complete without a good dip, even if that dip is meant for cookies rather than chips. This creative candy cane cheesecake dip calls for cream cheese, a bit of coffee creamer, whipped cream, and candy canes to create a dish so good that it may not make it to the office party.

Find great kid’s crafts, great recipes, and holiday planning tips at A Night Owl.

Jordyn Smith

Jordyn Smith

A city girl currently living it up in the south with my little family. I love baking, hoarding makeup, and daydreaming. If I'm not writing, I'm probably trying to think up weird pizza recipes or watching Property Brothers.
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