From traditional european favorites to reimagined classics, our 2020 holiday baking list is filled with warming winter spices, festive flavors and, of course, chocolate! Whether you’ve been searching for the perfect hot chocolate recipe or you’re in need of christmas cookie ideas for a cozy day of baking, we’ve got you covered. Happy holidays from our kitchen to yours!
gingerbread cupcakes + cinnamon cream cheese frosting
These festive gingerbread cupcakes are perfectly spiced and ready in just 30 minutes! Serve them hot right out of the oven or enjoy them with our dreamy cinnamon cream cheese frosting!
zimtsterne | german cinnamon star cookies
Our festive zimtsterne feature a light, crispy meringue glaze and deliciously chewy center. Made primarily with almonds, powdered sugar, cinnamon and egg whites, these beloved german christmas cookies may be one of the healthier treats you reach for this holiday season!
linzer cookies
These austrian classics feature raspberry jam sandwiched between two crispy spiced almond cookies. Dusted with powdered sugar and sure to impress, linzer cookies are sweet, salty and incredibly addictive!
pryaniki | russian honey spice cookies
Popular across Russia, these irresistible honey spice cookies or pryaniki are the perfect accompaniment to your afternoon tea. The base of these delicious honey cookies is a simple caramel made with just sugar, water, honey and butter!
cinnamon rolls
Enjoy the warmth of cinnamon and cardamom with these Scandinavian style cinnamon rolls! Swirls of cinnamon and sugar mixed into a light and soft dough make these rolls not only a great breakfast or dessert, but also a treat for the eyes!
german chocolate cookies
These little desserts are everything you love in a german chocolate cake, but in cookie form. Our german chocolate cookies start off with a rich chocolate thumbprint cookie that is then filled with toasted coconut and pecan frosting and topped with a drizzle of chocolate!
chocolate amaretto truffles
Maybe it’s the smooth, velvety ganache or the addition of sweet amaretto, but these truffles are pure bliss! Roll your delicious bites of joy in cocoa powder, chopped nuts or sprinkles for an unforgettably indulgent treat!
homemade hot chocolate
This decadently rich and creamy homemade hot chocolate is the perfect way to warm your soul on a cold winter morning. Try our european-style hot chocolate with a bit of whipped cream, a dash of amaretto or a few candy canes for a festive twist!
joulutorttu | finnish christmas pastry
While these flaky Finnish pastries are most often baked for Christmas, joulutorttu are great for breakfast or brunch any time of the year! To make these treats, just follow our simple instructions for an easy pastry dough and top them with your favorite jam.
chocolate chip marzipan cookies
These classic brown butter chocolate chip cookies get a festive twist with the addition of sweet marzipan. Slightly crispy around the edges with a deliciously chewy center, our chocolate chip marzipan cookies are always a favorite!
And if these holiday bakes aren’t enough to satisfy your sweet tooth,
you can check out more of our favorite treats here!
