25 Christmas Desserts So Cute, They’ll Make Frosty Melt

Every Christmas I end up making way more desserts than I plan to. Some are classics, some are a little silly, and a few are just because the kids talked me into them.

This list is a mix of all of that. Cute Christmas desserts that are fun to make, fun to share, and don’t take themselves too seriously. Think colorful cookies, no-bake treats, and desserts that get smiles before anyone grabs a treat.

1. Reindeer Rice Krispie Treats

Wide view of several rectangular Rice Krispie treats decorated as reindeers with chocolate-covered pretzel antlers, candy eyes, and red candy noses. — Image Credit: On My Kid’s Plate

These Reindeer Rice Krispie Treats are almost too cute to eat but don’t worry, they won’t last long. This easy no bake Christmas dessert is fun for kids to make, beginner-friendly, and a great option for holiday parties or family movie nights. Just a few simple decorations turn classic Rice Krispie treats into an adorable Christmas treat everyone recognizes. Get the full recipe → Reindeer Rice Krispie Treat Recipe

2. Green “Grinch” Hot Chocolate

Green hot chocolate with marshmallows and candy canes. — Image Credit: On My Kid’s Plate

This Green Grinch Hot Chocolate is cozy, festive, and just plain fun. It’s an easy Christmas drink that comes together quickly and is perfect for Grinch movie nights, holiday parties, or a special treat on a cold December evening. The bright green color makes it a hit with kids, but grown-ups love it too. Get the full recipe → Grinch Hot Chocolate Recipe

3. Homemade Christmas Tree Cakes

Close-up of white frosted Christmas tree-shaped cake decorated like a copy cat Little Debbie tree cake on a plate. — Image Credit: On My Kid’s Plate

If your family loves those little snack cakes at Christmas, these homemade Christmas Tree Cakes are going to be a hit. They have soft cake layers, a sweet white chocolate coating, and festive sprinkles, all made right at home. Perfect for holiday baking days when you want something fun to make and even more fun to serve. Get the full recipe → Homemade Christmas Tree Cake Recipe

4. Rice Krispie Christmas Trees

Wide view from overhead of several rice krispie treats shaped like Christmas trees from overhead. — Image Credit: On My Kid’s Plate

If you need an easy Christmas dessert that doubles as a fun family activity, these Rice Krispie Christmas Trees are it. They come together quickly, don’t require the oven, and are perfect for decorating with kids. A great option for holiday parties, cookie trays, or a cozy afternoon of Christmas treats. Get the full recipe → Rice Krispie Christmas Tree Recipe

5. Grinch Christmas Thumbprint Cookies

A plate of Grinch thumbprint cookies with green icing and red heart decorations on a plate from overhead. — Image Credit: On My Kid’s Plate

These Grinch Christmas Thumbprint Cookies bring all the fun without being complicated. The bright green icing and red candy heart make them instantly festive, and they’re easy enough for kids to help decorate. Perfect for Christmas movie nights, cookie swaps, or adding something fun and Grinchy to your holiday baking lineup. Get the full recipe → Grinch Christmas Thumbprint Cookies

6. Peppermint Milkshake

A wide view of the top of a pink copycat chick fil a peppermint milkshake topped with whipped cream, a cherry, and a candy cane. — Image Credit: On My Kid’s Plate

This Peppermint Milkshake is a fun, minty holiday treat that comes together in just minutes. It’s creamy, refreshing, and a great way to use up seasonal peppermint candy. Perfect for kids, adults, and anyone who wants a quick Christmas dessert without turning on the oven. Get the full recipe → Peppermint Milkshake

7. Turtle Candy

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If you’re looking for an easy homemade candy for the holidays, this Turtle Candy recipe is a great choice. Chocolate, caramel, and pecans come together into a classic treat that’s perfect for gift boxes, cookie swaps, or a quick sweet after dinner. Simple, festive, and always a hit. Get the full recipe → Turtle Candy

8. The Elf Christmas Cupcakes

Wide view of several Elf Christmas cupcakes on a platter with more in the background, with yellow frosting made to look like spaghetti topped with candies, chocolate chips, holiday sprinkles and marshmallows. — Image Credit: On My Kid’s Plate

If Buddy the Elf were hosting dessert, these cupcakes would definitely be on the menu. Decorated to look like spaghetti and topped with candy, they’re playful, festive, and perfect for making with kids. A fun choice for Christmas parties, movie nights, or when you want a dessert that feels silly in the best way. Get the full recipe → Elf Christmas Cupcakes

9. Christmas Present Oreo Truffles

Christmas oreo truffles shaped like present on a napkin with red, green and white decorations. — Image Credit: On My Kid’s Plate

These Christmas Present Oreo Truffles are made to steal the spotlight on your dessert table. Shaped like tiny wrapped gifts and finished with colorful candy bows, they look fancy but are actually super simple to make. A great no bake option when you want something that feels special for parties or gifting. Get the full recipe → Christmas Present Oreo Truffles

10. Peppermint Candy Cane Cookies

Wide view of red and white twisted candy canes cookies shaped like candy canes and sprinkled with sugar spread out on a counter. — Image Credit: On My Kid’s Plate

These Peppermint Candy Cane Cookies feel like old-school Christmas baking in the best way. Twisting the dough is part of the fun, especially with kids helping at the counter. They’re perfect for slow December afternoons, holiday music playing, and sneaking a warm cookie with a cup of cocoa. Get the full recipe → Peppermint Candy Cane Cookies

11. Stained Glass Cookies

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These Stained Glass Cookies feel like a holiday craft project you can eat. Cutting out the shapes and watching the candy melt into colorful centers is part of the fun, especially with kids helping. They’re perfect for a relaxed baking day when you want something creative and festive. Get the full recipe → Stained Glass Cookies

12. Christmas Tree Meringue Cookies

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Christmas Tree Meringue Cookies are a great option when you want a lighter holiday treat that still feels festive. They’re simple to make, don’t require a lot of ingredients, and work well for dessert tables or cookie platters. A fun recipe to make ahead and share with family and friends. Get the full recipe → Christmas Tree Meringue Cookies

13. Grinchy Christmas Pretzel Bites

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Grinchy Christmas Pretzel Bites are one of those easy holiday treats you can make fast and in big batches. They’re sweet and salty, kid-friendly, and perfect for snacks, parties, or homemade gifts. A great go-to when you need something festive without spending hours in the kitchen. Get the full recipe → Grinchy Christmas Pretzel Bites

14. Christmas Tree Molasses Cookies

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These Molasses Cookies taste like Christmas baking the way you remember it. Warm spices, a soft chewy center, and that cozy smell filling the kitchen while they bake. They’re perfect for quiet December evenings, a cup of tea, and sneaking one more cookie off the tray. Get the full recipe → Christmas Tree Molasses Cookies

15. Snowman Oreo Balls

Wide view of a white chocolate oreo ball decorated like a melting snowman. — Image Credit: On My Kid’s Plate

These Snowman Oreo Balls are the kind of treat people stop and point at on the dessert table. Little Oreo truffles dressed up as snowmen bring instant holiday charm and a bit of playful fun. They’re cute, festive, and guaranteed to get a smile before the first bite. Get the full recipe → Snowman Oreo Balls

16. Cherry Blossom Cookies

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These Cherry Blossom Cookies add a bright pop of color to any Christmas cookie platter. The soft cherry dough and chocolate center make them instantly recognizable and hard to resist. A festive classic that always stands out among the usual holiday cookies. Get the full recipe → Cherry Blossom Cookies

17. Christmas Cornflake Wreath Cookies

Wide view of three Christmas cornflake cookies on a plate on a counter. — Image Credit: On My Kid’s Plate

These Christmas Cornflake Wreath Cookies feel like holiday baking the way you remember it. Sticky marshmallows, candy decorations, and kids sneaking bites while you work. It’s a fun, low-pressure recipe that’s just as much about making memories as it is about the cookies. Get the full recipe → Christmas Cornflake Wreath Cookies

18. Peppermint Fudge (With White Chocolate!)

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This Peppermint Fudge made with white chocolate is a classic for a reason. The bright white base and pops of red peppermint make it look beautiful on holiday trays and dessert tables. It’s clean, festive, and one of those treats people always reach for first. Get the full recipe → Peppermint Fudge

19. Cream Cheese Mints for Christmas

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Cream Cheese Mints are an easy no bake holiday treat made with just a handful of ingredients. They’re perfect for gifting, holiday parties, or adding something sweet but not heavy to a dessert platter. A great make-ahead option when oven space is already full. Get the full recipe → Cream Cheese Mints

20. Green Grinch Brownies

Mint chocolate Grinch brownies topped with green frosting, crushed mint Oreo cookies, and red heart sprinkles, cut into squares on a parchment paper. — Image Credit: On My Kid’s Plate

These Christmas Green Brownies are bold, bright, and impossible to miss on a holiday dessert table. The vivid green frosting and festive sprinkles make classic fudgy brownies feel instantly Grinchy and fun. Perfect when you want a dessert that pops and gets people talking. Get the full recipe → Grinch Brownies

21. Reindeer Chow (Holiday Chex Mix)

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Reindeer Chow is an easy holiday snack you can make in big batches and share without fuss. It’s perfect for parties, movie nights, or packaging up as homemade gifts. Get the full recipe → Reindeer Chow

22. Reindeer Oreos

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These Reindeer Oreos turn a simple cookie into an instantly festive treat. With chocolate antlers and eyes, and candy red noses, they’re almost too cute to eat. Perfect for holiday party trays when you want something playful and eye-catching. Get the full recipe → Reindeer Oreos

23. Reindeer Poop Chocolate Snack Mix

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This Reindeer Poop recipe is pure holiday laughs. It’s the kind of treat kids love talking about just as much as eating, and it always gets laughs when you set it out. Perfect for parties where the crowd has a sense of humor, gift bags, or adding a little silly to your Christmas treats. Get the full recipe → Reindeer Poop

24. Christmas Grinch Oreo Balls

Wide view of golden oreo truffles coated in grinch green chocolate topped with a heart sprinkle with the top truffle missing a bite. — Image Credit: On My Kid’s Plate

These Christmas Grinch Oreo Balls look like something the Grinch would definitely steal… and then eat himself. They’re no bake, dipped in bright green chocolate, and perfect for Grinch-themed parties or holiday trays that could use a little attitude. Fun, festive, and just mischievous enough. Get the full recipe → Christmas Grinch Oreo Balls

25. Creamy Vanilla Holiday Fudge

Wide view of pieces of vanilla fudge decorated with green chocolate Christmas trees and sprinkles. — Image Credit: On My Kid’s Plate

This Vanilla Fudge with green chocolate trees is an easy holiday treat that looks more impressive than the effort it takes. With just a few ingredients and simple decorating, it’s great for beginner cooks, family baking days, or homemade gifts. A fun way to dress up a classic without overcomplicating it. Get the full recipe → Vanilla Holiday Fudge