Your Ultimate Christmas Recipe Guide

There's no need to splurge on a store-bought glazed ham. 

These menus cover everything from winery-inspired feasts to amazing regional-specific fare.

These classic Italian recipes will make Christmas dinner a breeze.

Reach for versatile puff pastry to create a variety of festive and impressive appetizers,

Our favorite Christmas Eve dinner recipes are as easy as they are show-stopping.

Some of the best Christmas traditions, like holiday markets and decorating trees (and not to mention some of the best Christmas cookies around), originated in Germany. And with hearty dishes like pork loin, spaetzle, potato salad, and sausages, German cuisine feels especially appropriate for Christmastime, and desserts from stollen to springerle make perfect holiday treats. We’ve rounded up our best German recipes for Christmastime, from intricate cookies to satisfying sides.

Come in from the cold to enjoy hot holiday cider with a touch of spice.

It goes without saying that Christmas is the perfect excuse to make cookies—whether you’re giving them as a gift, decorating them with your family, or leaving them out for Santa, cookies are a simple and delicious way to spread holiday cheer and get everyone smiling. And fortunately, baking an impressive batch of holiday cookies doesn’t require a ton of time or effort in the kitchen. These easy Christmas cookie recipes maintain all that saccharine holiday magic without requiring too much energy or attention, so you can focus on sharing and enjoying them with those who matter most. 

Whether you're planning a fancy holiday brunch or just have the whole family staying over, a breakfast casserole is the perfect way to feed a crowd. These Christmas breakfast casseroles have everything you want for Christmas morning—easy prep, a hands-off cooking method, and tons of flavor. Maybe you're looking for a crowd-pleasing breakfast bake, a simple overnight casserole, or a nice big batch slow-cooker French toast. We've got all that and other popular breakfast options, like shrimp and grits casserole, hashbrown casserole, and cheesy, savory quiche.

From festive finger foods to unbeatable dips, impress everyone at your holiday gathering with these easy appetizers.

Cut back on the chaos this holiday season with our best make-ahead Christmas appetizers.

These top-rated seasonal sides are all easy and incredibly delicious.

From rum-laced banana bread to mini cranberry panettone, these festive breads make perfect holiday gifts.

Check out our top holiday casserole recipes, featuring everything from green beans to broccoli.

There's no hot oven required for these easy, no-bake cookies that are perfect for holiday entertaining and gift giving.

Eggnog is a holiday staple, and if you haven't taken it beyond the after-dinner sipper, you haven't lived. The creamy quaff's flavor aligns perfectly with desserts, particularly cheesecakes, ice cream, cookies, and pound cake. So this holiday season, don't just drink your eggnog—make sure to enjoy a bite of these eggnog desserts too.

When it comes to traditional holiday desserts, pies definitely deserve a seat at the proverbial (and literal) table. 

Chocolate bark is a classic treat during the holidays, and what's not to love about it? Simply melt chocolate, spread it out, and top it with your favorite ingredients. Plus, it makes a super-easy, giftable treat. Simply, wrap in clear plastic and tie with a festive bow for a lovely homemade Christmas gift.

Homemade jams, spreads and sauces in festive jars are food gifts that are sure to please.

The holiday season is about more than spending time with loved ones and celebrating generosity—it’s also the year’s biggest feeding frenzy. All those relatives, friends, and colleagues you’re connecting with make for a lot of mouths to feed, even if you’re not the only one handling food. Keep those hungry mouths happy with these bite-sized versions of everyone’s favorite sandwiches, from tiny cheeseburgers to meatball-sized sliders and garlic knot bunned chicken Parm bites.

Make everyone happy at the breakfast table on Christmas morning with these delicious and festive recipes.

These delightfully tacky Christmas treats are tons of fun to make and even more fun to share with friends and family.

Get your bake on this Christmas season with this collection of simple holiday bread recipes.

The holidays are a perfect time to bust out one of these Italian Christmas cookie recipes. Whether you're making pizzelle, biscotti, or amaretti, these cookies will spread lots of cheer.