31 Christmas recipes to make right now — easy, flavorful ideas from festive cocktails and quick appetizers to savory mains and seasonal desserts. Everything you need to make the holidays extra delicious.
The Christmas season is here — a time for celebration, gratitude, and tasty food.
This time of year can feel hectic, so I’ve gathered recipes to simplify your meal planning. Whether you need easy appetizers for a last-minute gathering, something to bring to a cookie exchange, or a simple main course for the holiday feast, these recipes will help.
Below are over 31 Christmas recipes you’ll want to make now: festive cocktails, quick appetizers, satisfying mains, and irresistible desserts.
Browse the list, pick your favorites, and get ready to cook and share some holiday cheer.
Christmas Brunch Recipes:
- Carrot Apple Muffins with Citrus Glaze
- Sausage, Cranberry & Brie Egg Casserole
- Puffed Pear Pancake
- Eggnog Banana Bread Muffins with Cinnamon Rum Glaze
- Smoked Sausage and Spinach Tater Tot Breakfast Bake
- Blood Orange & Blackberry Granola Oat Bowls
Christmas Appetizer Recipes:
- Four Cheese Spiced Pimiento Pizza
- Raspberry Chipotle Black Bean Gratin
- Holiday Crackers — 3 Ways
- Ultimate Party Mix
- Duck Fat Pork Sliders with Raspberry Greek Yogurt & Goat Cheese
- Apple-Glazed Beef Meatballs
- Antipasto Sliders
Christmas Dessert Recipes:
- Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
- Mom’s Christmas Sugar Cookies
- The Ultimate Ugly Sweater Chocolate Cake
- Double Chocolate Peppermint Brookies
- Gingerbread Loaf with Caramel Cream Cheese Frosting
- Santa’s Trashed Up Cookies
- Mini Chocolate Brownies with Peppermint Frosting & White Chocolate Popcorn
Christmas Dinner Recipes:
- Coffee-Rubbed Prime Rib with Easy Horseradish Sauce
- Cauliflower Bacon Soup
- Bacon & Cranberry Stuffed Pork Tenderloin
- Peri-Peri Turkey & Rice Soup
- Rosemary Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin
- Persian-Style Baked Cornish Hens
Christmas Cocktail Recipes:
- Christmas Morning Punch
- Christmas Citrus-Cinnamon Punch
- Easy Mistletoe Margaritas
- Spiced Merlot Sparkling Punch
- Sparkling Pear Cider
- Pomegranate Rum Punch
- Blood Orange Bourbon Fizz with Fried Sage
