Oh boy, Christmas is just around the corner, and you know what that means – time for some delicious treats! But let’s be real, who wants to spend hours in the kitchen with a million ingredients? Not me! So, I went on a mission to find some super easy Christmas dessert recipes that use just a few things you probably already have at home. And guess what? I hit the jackpot!
Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies
First up, I tried these Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies. Let me tell you, they’re a game-changer. I grabbed a roll of refrigerated peanut butter cookie dough – yep, the pre-made kind, don’t judge – and baked those babies up. While they were still warm, I popped a chocolate kiss right in the center of each one. The chocolate got all melty and gooey, and the combination with the peanut butter cookie was just heavenly. These were a total breeze to make, and everyone gobbled them up in no time.
- Preheat oven according to cookie dough package instructions.
- Roll cookie dough into balls and bake.
- Press a chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie while they are still warm.
- Let them cool and you are good to go.
Chocolate Peppermint Bark
Next, I decided to tackle some Chocolate Peppermint Bark. This one’s a classic, and for good reason. I melted down some chocolate chips – you can use dark, milk, or even white chocolate – and spread it out on a baking sheet. Then I crushed up some candy canes and sprinkled them all over the melted chocolate. I popped the whole thing in the fridge to let it harden, and then broke it into pieces. It looked so festive and tasted even better. Seriously, the combo of chocolate and peppermint is a match made in Christmas heaven.
- Melt chocolate.
- Spread on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Sprinkle crushed candy canes over the chocolate.
- Refrigerate until set, then break into pieces.
3-Ingredient Fudge
Last but not least, I made some 3-Ingredient Fudge. Can you believe it? Just three ingredients! I combined some chocolate chips, a can of sweetened condensed milk, and a bit of butter in a saucepan and heated it all up until the chocolate was melted and everything was smooth. Then I poured it into a pan and let it cool in the fridge. That’s it! It was the easiest fudge I’ve ever made, and it was so rich and decadent. I might have eaten a few too many pieces, but hey, it’s the holidays, right?
- Combine chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter.
- Heat until melted and smooth.
- Pour into a lined pan and refrigerate until set.
- Cut into squares and enjoy every single bite.
So there you have it, folks – three super easy Christmas desserts that will impress your friends and family without making you break a sweat. I gotta say, I’m pretty proud of myself for finding these recipes. They saved me so much time and effort, and they tasted amazing. Now I can focus on what really matters during the holidays – spending time with loved ones and eating way too much food! Happy baking, everyone!
