Spiced Party Peanuts
Also a great gift, these seasoned nuts have just the right blend of spices, sugar and heat to kick up...
Swedish Limpa Bread
This Swedish limpa bread recipe combines the nutty taste of rye with rich molasses, anise and orange for soft, aromatic...
Fancy Roasted Nuts
My kitchen is a busy place over the holidays, but I enjoy taking the time to make these nuts. They’re...
Chocolate Turtles
There's nothing slow about these turtles—they're so rich and delicious they go in a hurry around our house! They also...
Halloween Chocolate Lollipops
"Kids really love the spooky shapes of these lollipops, and the vanilla and chocolate coatings make a pretty pair," says...
Old-Fashioned Blueberry Muffins
AT the end of the summer years ago, our family often gathered to pick wild blueberries. Mother canned them and...
Lemony Zucchini Bread
Flecks of zucchini give a third dimension to the popular lemon and poppy seed combination in this moist quick bread....
Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls
"It's a tradition for my sister and me to bring these chocolaty confections to functions and family gatherings," notes Rhonda...
Sour Cream Chocolate Cupcakes
My husband and I love these classic moist, chocolaty cupcakes. The sour cream is definitely the ingredient that give them...
Swedish Cardamom Braids
"Swedish people love their coffee—especially with this classic coffee cake. The recipe came from my father's aunt, and I can...
Pistachio Bread
Something like bread and cake combined, this pistachio bread is a true treat to eat. Enjoy it for breakfast, as...
Pecan Pie Cookies
My family loves pecans. In fact, we have pecan pie at Thanksgiving and this pecan pie cookies recipe at Christmas!...
Dipped Cherry Cookies
Our seven children and four grandkids voted this festive, flavorful cookie a “keeper.” We gave a batch to our mail...
White Chocolate Raspberry Thumbprints
When I pass around the cookie tray, all eyes land on these fancy thumbprints. The white chocolate filling and dab...
Double-Drizzle Pecan Cookies
These chewy, toasted pecan treats are a must with my cookie munchers every holiday. Using caramel and chocolate drizzle makes...
Chocolate Quick Bread
My husband and I both enjoy cooking, but the baking is left to me. Our sons loved this chocolaty quick...
White Chocolate Peppermint Crunch
This is my favorite confection to make at Christmas. Not only is it easy, it's delicious as well. I like...
White Chocolate Coconut Fudge
A small bite of this rich candy is all you need to satisfy a sweet tooth. My family prefers it...
Homemade Snow Globes
You'll be snowed under with offers from kids wanting to help you put together these cute snow globes. Just make...
Pumpkin Snack Mix
This yummy mix is so munchable, a bowl of it never lasts long. Feel free to use candy corn instead...
Sesame Cheese Crackers
These tasty homemade crackers are irresistible! Enjoy them with soups, or munch on them all by themselves. Cayenne pepper adds...
Gumdrop Loaves
I dress up traditional fruitcake by stirring in colorful, chewy gumdrops. No one can resist a sweet slice!—JoAnn Renze, Omaha,...
Molasses Fudge
The combination of molasses and spice in this fudge reminds many folks of gingerbread. Each piece has an appealing old-fashioned...
German Sour Cream Twists
A subtle sweetness makes these pretty glazed twists just the thing for breakfast, brunch or an afternoon tea. Or package...
Cranberry Orange Sandwich Cookies
My sweet-tart cookies make a terrific addition to a holiday dessert tray. I love the creamy orange filling.—Trisha Kruse, Eagle,...
Banana Cream Sandwich Cookies
People go bananas for these! These rich little sandwiches are a nice change of pace on a Christmas platter, and...
Dipped Chocolate Logs
When my sister and I were little, we used to beg my mother and grandmother to make these buttery chocolate...
Nutty Rice Krispie Cookies
My mom and I used to prepare these Rice Krispie cookies for Christmas every year. Making them with just the...
Olive Oil Cookies
One of my favorite combinations is honey, olive oil and sea salt. It works great in cookies as well as...