Favorite Holiday Cookies/Treats???

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  • RelCanonical
    RelCanonical Posts: 3,882 Member
    Image-heavy for your viewing pleasure.

    No-Bake Cookies:

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    No-Bake Peanut Butter Bars:

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    Egg nog (preferably with a lil rum):

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    Apple Crumble Pie:

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    French Toast Casserole:

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  • nighthawk584
    nighthawk584 Posts: 2,024 Member
    edited December 2019
    kshama2001 wrote: »
    Also: Butterscotch/chocolate haystacks

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    @pancakerunner - recipe me please!

    https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/chocolate-butterscotch-haystacks/

    easy peasy!

    My Mom made these but added mini marshmallows...makes them even better.

    Here are some of the Haystacks I made.... What a mess to make, but so good! added mini marshmallows like my Mom used too. it came to 230 calories a piece for a pretty decent sized one. Freezing them is the best.
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  • ceiswyn
    ceiswyn Posts: 2,256 Member
    Lebkuchen, German Christmas biscuits, soft gingerbread with apricot jam in the middle covered in chocolate or icing.

    They are my most favorite thing, start appearing in the shops here in the UK from November, and it is a constant effort of will to not just scoff packets of the stuff 😆

    YES! The spiciness and tang of the honey and lemon... love Lebkuchen! Also a big fan of pfeffernusse!

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    I came here to post about Lebkuchen :)

    But as a second best, how about marzipan fruits?

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  • pancakerunner
    pancakerunner Posts: 6,137 Member
    kshama2001 wrote: »
    Also: Butterscotch/chocolate haystacks

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    @pancakerunner - recipe me please!

    https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/chocolate-butterscotch-haystacks/

    easy peasy!

    My Mom made these but added mini marshmallows...makes them even better.

    Here are some of the Haystacks I made.... What a mess to make, but so good! added mini marshmallows like my Mom used too. it came to 230 calories a piece for a pretty decent sized one. Freezing them is the best.
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    Yes! My favorite. Another fave I don't think has been posted... saltine toffee bark! I love making this with Ritz crackers in place of saltines.

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  • nicsflyingcircus
    nicsflyingcircus Posts: 2,899 Member
    kshama2001 wrote: »
    Also: Butterscotch/chocolate haystacks

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    @pancakerunner - recipe me please!

    https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/chocolate-butterscotch-haystacks/

    easy peasy!

    My Mom made these but added mini marshmallows...makes them even better.

    Here are some of the Haystacks I made.... What a mess to make, but so good! added mini marshmallows like my Mom used too. it came to 230 calories a piece for a pretty decent sized one. Freezing them is the best.
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    Yes! My favorite. Another fave I don't think has been posted... saltine toffee bark! I love making this with Ritz crackers in place of saltines.

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    I think Facebook is reading my MFP forums. I literally got a Facebook video recommendation today with Ritz cracker toffee bark, which I had never heard of before.
  • AngryViking1970
    AngryViking1970 Posts: 2,847 Member
    kshama2001 wrote: »
    Also: Butterscotch/chocolate haystacks

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    @pancakerunner - recipe me please!

    https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/chocolate-butterscotch-haystacks/

    easy peasy!

    My Mom made these but added mini marshmallows...makes them even better.

    Here are some of the Haystacks I made.... What a mess to make, but so good! added mini marshmallows like my Mom used too. it came to 230 calories a piece for a pretty decent sized one. Freezing them is the best.
    jss7784gskb2.jpg

    Yes! My favorite. Another fave I don't think has been posted... saltine toffee bark! I love making this with Ritz crackers in place of saltines.

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    OMG, saltine bark. I LOVE that stuff.
  • AngryViking1970
    AngryViking1970 Posts: 2,847 Member
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    I've never actually made one myself, but the store bought kind is just fine for me. Just had a big slice for breakfast with my coffee. SO good.
  • snowflake954
    snowflake954 Posts: 8,399 Member
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    Banana Nut Bread


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    Oatmeal M&M/Walnut Cookies


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    Soft Christmas Sprinkle Cookies


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    Tollhouse Marble Square Bars


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    Pecan Brownie Bars


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    Oreo Truffles


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    Dipped Marshmallows


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    Rice Crispy Treat Pops


    I do cake pop orders year round, these are also something I have to just abstain from lol. here’s a few from different occasions, haven’t started my Christmas ones yet.
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    That’s about it for now :)

    These look fantastic!
  • snowflake954
    snowflake954 Posts: 8,399 Member
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    I've never actually made one myself, but the store bought kind is just fine for me. Just had a big slice for breakfast with my coffee. SO good.

    We have pannetone everywhere here in Italy. There are so many different kinds now. All different quality levels too. They are all on sale. People give them for gifts.
  • pancakerunner
    pancakerunner Posts: 6,137 Member
    kshama2001 wrote: »
    Also: Butterscotch/chocolate haystacks

    imns4vnx2ku6.png

    @pancakerunner - recipe me please!

    https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/chocolate-butterscotch-haystacks/

    easy peasy!

    My Mom made these but added mini marshmallows...makes them even better.

    Here are some of the Haystacks I made.... What a mess to make, but so good! added mini marshmallows like my Mom used too. it came to 230 calories a piece for a pretty decent sized one. Freezing them is the best.
    jss7784gskb2.jpg

    Yes! My favorite. Another fave I don't think has been posted... saltine toffee bark! I love making this with Ritz crackers in place of saltines.

    8kzsgcsu4g5t.jpg

    OMG, saltine bark. I LOVE that stuff.

    in my family we call it Christmas Crack :D
  • ReenieHJ
    ReenieHJ Posts: 9,724 Member
    Wow, Sugarcakes, just wow :) Thanks for sharing!!
  • pancakerunner
    pancakerunner Posts: 6,137 Member
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    APRICOT KOLACHES... also a fan of raspberry
  • MichelleWithMoxie
    MichelleWithMoxie Posts: 1,817 Member
    we always called them "easy-do squares" growing up, because they're so easy to make. My mom makes them every year. These are essentially what they are: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/chocolate-chip-cheese-bars/
  • Mouse_Potato
    Mouse_Potato Posts: 1,513 Member
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    APRICOT KOLACHES... also a fan of raspberry

    These are my favorite. I made a big batch of raspberry for my coworkers last week. We call them kolacky (pronounced ko-WATCH-key).
  • knightreader
    knightreader Posts: 813 Member
    Costco used to make shortbread cookies that were half dipped in chocolate. I used to refrigerate mine. They were dangerous. They stopped making them a few years ago.
  • pancakerunner
    pancakerunner Posts: 6,137 Member
    Costco used to make shortbread cookies that were half dipped in chocolate. I used to refrigerate mine. They were dangerous. They stopped making them a few years ago.

    That's something I DIY using Voortman shortbread cookies haha

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  • Katmary71
    Katmary71 Posts: 7,142 Member
    Costco used to make shortbread cookies that were half dipped in chocolate. I used to refrigerate mine. They were dangerous. They stopped making them a few years ago.

    They don't have them anymore?! Loved those! A grocery store near me had them and they closed, it was probably my favorite grocery bakery cookie.
  • pancakerunner
    pancakerunner Posts: 6,137 Member
    surprised nobody has mentioned this classic...

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  • kshama2001
    kshama2001 Posts: 28,052 Member
    surprised nobody has mentioned this classic...

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    Ah yes, I love chocolate peppermint!
  • kshama2001
    kshama2001 Posts: 28,052 Member
    Katmary71 wrote: »
    I just realized the title includes treats. Aside of cookies I look forward to peppermint ice cream every year. Going to Trader Joe's right before Christmas is expensive as I love peppermint even more than pumpkin spice!

    Speaking of peppermint and Trader Joe's, these are seasonal AFAIK:

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    They are like an Oreo with a dark chocolate coating plus peppermint. My sister gave me a box one year and I ate most of it on the drive home. Nom nom nom.
  • kshama2001
    kshama2001 Posts: 28,052 Member
    I know this just covers the USA, but it was fun to look at. Maybe someone else can post one for other regions of the world.

    https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/609816/most-popular-christmas-cookie-each-state

    For me, it's poppy seed rolls like my grandma made. Haven't had one in many years, though.

    My state's favorite is "sugar cookie M&M bars" which I've never even heard of, lol. Looks festive.

    https://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/sugar-cookie-mms-bars/3e143dd9-04af-4cf8-80d9-980fb2a57867

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  • kshama2001
    kshama2001 Posts: 28,052 Member
    PAPYRUS3 wrote: »
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    I've never made them-but will be making some this next week - I'm going to add dried cherries or cranberries and coconut flakes too on top too.

    Personally, I always love spicy gingerbread cookies and my mom's sugar cookies with buttercream...mind you, I just love cookies...most all of them...

    I made something similar with leftover graham crackers, but noticed the recipes in my Joy of Cooking had you make a shortbread crust, and that's probably what I would do next time.

    I used Great Value butterscotch chips and didn't like the artificial aftertaste. Will spring for Guittard next time.
  • nicsflyingcircus
    nicsflyingcircus Posts: 2,899 Member
    kshama2001 wrote: »
    surprised nobody has mentioned this classic...

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    Ah yes, I love chocolate peppermint!

    I much prefer After Eights. My mom only ever bought them around Christmas time.
  • gewel321
    gewel321 Posts: 718 Member
    I have two favorites that I wait all year for.
    1. White Chocolate oreos. (Yes I know I can make them at home. They don't taste the same)
    2. Sugar Cookie Pop Tart. I just love these!!
  • seltzermint555
    seltzermint555 Posts: 10,740 Member
    kshama2001 wrote: »
    surprised nobody has mentioned this classic...

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    Ah yes, I love chocolate peppermint!

    I much prefer After Eights. My mom only ever bought them around Christmas time.

    How about Andes mints? So good!
  • jeagogo
    jeagogo Posts: 179 Member
    Spritz cookies!!!

    I never knew what these were called! My dad made these and a dozen other cookie varieties every Christmas for ages (his mom before him, and now my sister has continued the tradition). These were always my favorite - he made the tree-shaped ones and dyed them green.

  • pancakerunner
    pancakerunner Posts: 6,137 Member
    kshama2001 wrote: »
    surprised nobody has mentioned this classic...

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    Ah yes, I love chocolate peppermint!

    I much prefer After Eights. My mom only ever bought them around Christmas time.

    How about Andes mints? So good!

    I LOVE ANDES
  • pinuplove
    pinuplove Posts: 12,871 Member
    surprised nobody has mentioned this classic...

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    That's because I wasn't here earlier :tongue:
  • pinuplove
    pinuplove Posts: 12,871 Member
    Also, these from Aldi. I may have bought 6 packages today, with plans to go back for more...

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