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Grinch Popcorn

White chocolate and mint candies turn this Grinch Popcorn into a holiday treat everyone loves. Enjoy it during Christmas movie marathons or wrap it up and gift it to friends and neighbors.

Share this holiday popcorn mix alongside a chocolate peppermint cheesecake cake this merry season.

Two stacked bowls filled with a mint Grinch popcorn.

The post for mint Grinch popcorn was first published in December 2017. It was updated and republished in December 2025.

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If you love easy Christmas treats, this sweet Grinch popcorn is going to be your new holiday go-to. I grew up watching How the Grinch Stole Christmas every year. So anything with green sprinkles and little red hearts reminds me of it. This sweet holiday popcorn mix brings back those fond memories.

I start with a simple white chocolate popcorn. Then I make it extra festive with a drizzle of melted mint chocolate chips and mint holiday M&M's. The finishing touch is red heart sprinkles and green sugar to give it that fun Grinchy look.

It is the easiest treat for Christmas movie nights or packing into little bags for friends and teachers. You only need a few simple ingredients, and it comes together in minutes. This is exactly the kind of recipe I want during the busy holiday season.

Why You'll Love This Grinch Popcorn Recipe

  • Perfect for the holidays. It is colorful, minty, and full of Christmas cheer, making it disappear quickly.
  • So easy. You can make the snack mix in minutes using popcorn and melted chocolate.
  • Great for gifting. It looks adorable in treat bags or tins and makes a fun homemade holiday gift.
  • Fun for kids. Little helpers love adding sprinkles and candy, and there is no complicated baking involved.
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Eggnog Latte

This homemade eggnog latte recipe is rich and festive, and even better than Starbucks! Make this creamy coffee drink in 5 minutes with hot brewed espresso, steamed eggnog, milk, and nutmeg.

Enjoy this creamy eggnog latte alongside a platter of Christmas cookies or eggnog scones this holiday season.

An eggnog latte topped with a swirl of whipped cream and a mini gingerbread man in a festive mug, set on top of a red and green plaid cloth.
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There's nothing better than sipping on my favorite coffee shop drinks at home. It feels great knowing I saved money and a trip to the drive-thru!

Starbucks discontinued its eggnog latte years ago, so I started making my own at home to get that holiday fix. They finally brought it back this year, but the flavor just isn't the same, so I'm sticking with my homemade version.

My Starbucks copycat eggnog latte begins with freshly brewed espresso, just like my salted caramel mocha and maple latte. Add in real holiday nog, frothed milk, and a pinch of nutmeg, for a rich and creamy eggnog latte all season long.

If you love eggnog (and lattes) as much as I do, try my eggnog latte cupcakes that were also inspired by Starbucks!

Why You'll Love This Eggnog Latte Recipe

  • Easy to make. All you need is your favorite mug and 5 minutes!
  • Better than Starbucks drinks. This homemade recipe is just as rich, creamy, and full of flavor as the original. And I think it tastes even better. It also saves time and money.
  • All seasons. Making this eggnog latte from scratch means that I can enjoy my favorite seasonal Starbucks latte all year round, and not just at Christmas. You can freeze the carton of eggnog for later!
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Peppermint Bundt Cake

If you're on the hunt for an easy holiday dessert, this peppermint bundt cake with white chocolate glaze is the way to go. It's packed with Christmas cheer, looks awesome, and tastes just as great as it looks. Fair warning, though. Once you make it, your family will request it every holiday season.

A slice of peppermint oreo cake on a plate with the rest of the cake behind it.

The post for this white chocolate peppermint Oreo cake was first published in December 2015. It was updated and republished in December 2015.

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If December had an official flavor in my kitchen, it would be peppermint. As soon as candy canes hit the store shelves, I start making minty snowball cookies and peppermint Oreo bark.

This week, I discovered an extra cake mix in the cupboard. So I decided to make a peppermint bundt cake. To give the vanilla dessert a little more flair, I used peppermint creamer, cookie chunks, and candy pieces.

To top it off, I added a white chocolate peppermint glaze and some candy cane crunch. It definitely made the cake feel way more festive than just a regular ganache!

The cake is rich, moist, and bursting with peppermint flavor. It's the perfect holiday dessert to serve with peppermint hot chocolate.

Why Make A White Chocolate Peppermint Cake

  • Easy to make. It's made with simple ingredients and goes from bowl to oven in no time at all.
  • Festive holiday flavor. The peppermint is bold but not overpowering. It has just the right amount of cool, minty flavor in every bite.
  • Pretty finish. A white chocolate glaze and red candies transform your dessert into a peppermint masterpiece.
  • Party worthy. Be prepared for all the attention when you bring this creation to Christmas parties.
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Chocolate Christmas Cookies

Whether you are baking for Santa or treating yourself, these stuffed chocolate Christmas cookies are a great holiday dessert. Once you find that molten chocolate center, you'll understand why they are one of our favorite Christmas cookie recipes.

If you love stuffed cookies, try these salted caramel brownie cookies or these lemon cake mix cookies.

Chocolate Christmas cookies stacked in a pile with a bite out of the top showing the gooey center.
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I don't know about you, but this time of year, I love using baking shortcuts to create festive cookies. That's why these Christmas cookies made from a chocolate cake mix are among my favorites.

Surprise-inside cookies are some of my favorites to bake. It all started with my cinnamon Rolo cookies. This year, I decided to hide a candy bar inside chocolate cookies. It's so much fun to see everyone smile when they find that gooey chocolate surprise.

If you want a simple and fun treat to make for Santa's cookie plate or for last-minute holiday parties, this recipe is for you.

Why You'll Love Stuffed Chocolate Cookies

  • Molten chocolate surprise. A hidden candy bar inside each cookie gives you an ooey-gooey moment at the first bite.
  • Cake mix base. Using a chocolate cake mix means you skip all the measuring of the dry ingredients. All you add are a few wet ingredients, and you are ready.
  • Soft texture. Our secret ingredient keeps the cookies extra soft for days, without being cakey.
  • Fun holiday flair. A drizzle of melted chocolate and colorful sprinkles adds a festive look to the treats.
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Eggnog Dip

This fluffy eggnog dip is the quickest Christmas appetizer ever! I'll show you how to make this light, no-bake dessert dip in just 10 minutes. It uses simple ingredients like eggnog, instant pudding, and whipped topping.

If you love that creamy holiday drink, try an eggnog cake or eggnog cupcakes for parties and events.

A bowl of eggnog dip garnished with nutmeg and a gingerbread man, with a bowl of Christmas cookies and holiday decorations in the background.
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Once the holidays arrive, I always buy a carton of eggnog. It just feels like Christmas to me. Usually, I start with an eggnog latte, then use the rest to bake treats or make holiday desserts.

This easy eggnog dip is a light, fluffy dessert dip that I can throw together in minutes, without the oven or even a mixer. It's a perfect last-minute appetizer or dessert for Christmas parties and get-togethers.

I add a little rum extract and nutmeg, and this creamy pudding dip tastes just like classic nog. Serve it with gingerbread men and shortbread cookies, and watch the bowl get scraped clean! 

Reasons to Love This Easy Eggnog Dessert Dip

  • Simple ingredients. This dip needs three main ingredients: eggnog, a tub of Cool Whip, and a box of vanilla pudding mix. So easy!
  • Authentic eggnog flavor. I use real eggnog and flavor this dip with a hint of rum extract and nutmeg. It tastes just like the classic holiday drink.
  • Perfect for holiday parties. I love serving this eggnog dip on a Christmas dessert board with our favorite cookies and dippers.
  • Ready in minutes. Best of all, this dip is made in one bowl. Just mix, chill, and serve!
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Cranberry Coffee Cake

This cranberry coffee cake with a crunchy spiced oatmeal streusel and orange glaze is perfect for the holidays. If you are planning a holiday brunch or hosting family, this easy coffee cake recipe can be made ahead of time.

If you love the orange berry combo, add our cranberry orange scones to your baking plans.

A white plate with a piece of cranberry coffee cake and a fork on it.
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I love baking coffee cakes. It's the perfect treat because you can serve it for breakfast or dessert. This soft cranberry coffee cake has a delicious combo of sweet and tart berries and a spiced oatmeal crumble. Basically, everything you want in a cozy pastry.

This year, I was looking for a way to use up extra bags of cranberries. So I decided to give my apple butter coffee cake a festive twist. Since oranges and cranberries work well together, I added orange zest to the cake and an orange glaze on top.

Everyone will think you bought it at a bakery, but it will be our little secret. However your kitchen will smell like Christmas morning as it bakes, so I think they will know.

Why You'll Love an Orange Cranberry Coffee Cake

  • Sweet and tart berry filling. The fresh cranberries in the middle of the cake give it the perfect holiday flavor.
  • Crispy oatmeal crumble. The buttery oat topping gets golden and crunchy when baked.
  • Cozy orange flavor. The citrus glaze ties everything together and gives the coffee cake that extra festive sparkle.
  • Perfect for a holiday breakfast or brunch. Coffee cake always tastes better the next day. So bake it ahead of time and save yourself some stress on Thanksgiving or Christmas morning.
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Black Forest Cheesecake

This Black Forest Cheesecake is a creamy chocolate cheesecake swirled with cherry pie filling, baked on top of the fudgiest chocolate cake! Add a topping of whipped cream for the perfect finish.

If you love the black forest flavors in this homemade cheesecake recipe, also try our chocolate cherry cobbler and chocolate cherry cookies.

A slice of black forest cheesecake on a plate, showing the chocolate cheesecake and cake layers, topped with whipped cream and more cherries.
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I'm taking a break from pie baking to share this family-favorite black forest cheesecake recipe! This is a fudgy chocolate cake topped with creamy chocolate cheesecake swirled with cherry filling.

It's sort of like a full-sized version of this cherry chocolate cheesecake recipe, baked over a layer of dark chocolate cake. I'm already thinking this black forest cheesecake would make a fun Yuletide dessert.

Of course, I topped the cake with fluffy whipped topping for a classic black forest finish.

Why You'll Love This Black Forest Cheesecake Recipe

  • Layers of classic flavor. With layers of chocolate, juicy cherry pie filling, and a topping of fluffy whipped cream, the flavors are everything you love about a traditional black forest cake.
  • No fussing. You don't need to bake the chocolate cheesecake in a water bath.
  • Easy ingredients. I use ready-made cherry pie filling and a few baking staples to make this dessert. Save time with a box of chocolate cake mix for the cake layer, if needed.
  • Holiday-ready. Since you'll bake the cake layer ahead of time and chill the finished dessert in the fridge, this is a wonderful holiday dessert to make ahead.
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Pumpkin Pecan Cookies

Fall in love this season with these Pumpkin Pecan Cookies. The warm spices combined with a sweet coffee glaze transform them into a fancy bakery-style treat. And that sea salt sprinkle? It's pure magic!

If you are a fan of pumpkin treats, try my pumpkin snickerdoodles and pumpkin bundt cake.

Pumpkin pecan cookies with a coffee glaze stacked on a white plate.
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Make a Cinderella latte and cozy up with one (or more) of these pumpkin pecan cookies. With soft centers, crunchy pecans, and a sweet drizzle on top, these chewy cookies taste like fall in every bite.

I actually created this recipe a few months ago while visiting my nieces in Texas. They were so excited to learn about baking. So we spent an entire afternoon testing variations of these cookies together. It was a fun day of learning and finding the right combination of ingredients and bake time.

But when I got home and made them again, I couldn't just stop at plain cookies. I just had to add a coffee glaze and a pinch of sea salt. It took them from delicious to absolutely amazing!

  • Soft and chewy texture. These cookies stay tender in the center with the right amount of chew, thanks to the pumpkin and oats.
  • Filled with warm spices. Every bite has cozy fall flavors from the cinnamon and nutmeg.
  • Loaded with crunchy pecans. The chopped nuts add the perfect contrast to the soft cookie.
  • Jazzed up bakery-style. A quick drizzle of coffee glaze gives these cookies a rich, cafe-style finish.
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Cranberry Orange Muffins

These Cranberry Orange Muffins have the perfect mix of sweet citrus and tart berries. Plus, your kitchen will smell amazing as they bake. It's an easy holiday recipe to enjoy for breakfast or as a snack.

If you love sweet-and-tart recipes, also try my cranberry orange scones and apple cranberry cake.

Orange muffins with cranberries on a plate and wire rack.
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One of my favorite holiday combos is orange and cranberry. And since all the stores have fresh cranberries in stock right now, I couldn't resist giving my glazed orange muffins a holiday twist.

I bought a bag of berries, chopped them up, and folded some into the batter. A sprinkle of sanding sugar on top transformed my easy muffin recipe into a festive treat.

Each one is bursting with fresh orange flavor and tart pockets of berries, making them perfect for cozy mornings this season.

Why You'll Love This Cranberry Orange Muffin Recipe

  • Bright and festive. The fresh cranberries and orange zest give it a vibrant pop of flavor.
  • Sparkly holiday shimmer. The sanding sugar on top of the muffins adds a fun sparkle and crunch to every bite.
  • Great any time of day. Enjoy the soft, moist muffins for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack.
  • Easy to make ahead. Freeze a batch so you have Thanksgiving or Christmas morning muffins ready to go.
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Homemade Chicken Pot Pie

Nothing beats a warm, flaky homemade chicken pot pie for comfort food. This easy recipe has a thick, creamy chicken filling topped with a golden crust. Why go out to eat when you can make a cozy meal at home?

If you love making restaurant food at home, try my broccoli cheese soup and crockpot chicken and dumplings.

A big slice of easy homemade chicken pot pie on a white plate.
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There are certain foods I can't resist, and chicken pot pie is one of them. Whenever I see it on a diner menu, I order it. That thick creamy filling paired with a buttery, flaky crust is my idea of pure comfort food!

I finally decided to make a homemade chicken pot pie in my kitchen. I couldn't believe how easy it was! In under 30 minutes, I had cooked the filling, assembled the pie, and had it in the oven.

When I pulled the dinner from the oven, the crust was perfectly golden and the chicken filling was bubbling through the edges. After one bite, I wondered why I had waited so long to make chicken pot pie at home.

Why You'll Love This Easy Chicken Pot Pie Recipe

If you love warm, cozy food, give this homemade recipe a try. You'll never go back to store-bought pot pies again.

  • Uses simple ingredients. No fancy shopping list here, just basic ingredients that come together for a delicious home-cooked meal.
  • Ready to bake in 30 minutes. This recipe comes together quickly. It's perfect for nights when you want a homemade dinner without spending hours in the kitchen.
  • Family-friendly. Everyone at your table will love it, and you will love how easy it is to make and clean up.
  • Perfect for Thanksgiving leftovers. Swap the chicken in the recipe for chopped or shredded turkey.
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