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Irresistible Sugar Cookie Cheesecake — Christmas Baked Cheesecake to Impress

December 18, 2025

Close-up of round red velvet snowball cookies with a light dusting of powdered sugar, stacked on a festive plate with pine sprigs in the background, Sweet Holiday Treats.

Irresistible Red Velvet Snowballs — The Ultimate Sweet Holiday Treats

December 18, 2025

Sweet Holiday Treats: Irresistible Red Velvet Snowballs for Your Holiday Table Sweet Holiday Treats set the mood for every festive gathering, and these Red Velvet Snowballs deliver looks, flavor, and nostalgia in every bite. They’re soft, slightly chocolatey, and dusted with powdered sugar so they look like tiny edible snowdrifts. Want a cookie that feels special but doesn’t melt your sanity? This is it. Brief introduction to the recipe Think soft red cookies that practically melt in your mouth, finished with a snowy coating. These Red Velvet Snowballs use simple pantry staples — flour, cocoa, butter, sugar, an egg, and … Read more
Close-up of round peppermint creams with glossy dark chocolate zig-zags on top, arranged on a festive plate with a light dusting of powdered sugar, Homemade Peppermint Treats.

Easy Christmas Peppermint Creams — Homemade Peppermint Treats

December 18, 2025

Homemade Peppermint Treats — Tiny minty clouds for your holiday table Ready to make something merry? Homemade Peppermint Treats are exactly the tiny miracles you need this season. These little peppermint creams melt in your mouth, have a perfect peppermint punch, and dress up beautifully with a dark chocolate zig-zag. They’re quick, festive, and ridiculously shareable. Brief introduction to the recipe This recipe makes soft, peppermint-flavored rounds that set up firm enough to hold their shape, yet stay pillowy when you bite in. A touch of condensed milk binds the powder to a silky paste. A thin chocolate drizzle turns … Read more

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Best Christmas Eggnog Fudge — An Irresistible Recipe With Eggnog For The Holidays

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Recipe With Eggnog — the best Christmas eggnog fudge (and why you’ll make it every year) Eggnog Treats Recipe With Eggnog in the very first bite — sounds weird? Nah. Trust me: turn your favorite holiday drink into velvety, dreamy fudge and you’ll never look at eggnog the same way again. This is the story of how a neighbor’s plate of fudge made my kids vanish from the room (true story), and how that simple swap of sip → spoon turned into my family’s new holiday must-have. Below you’ll find a friendly, foolproof deep dive: why this fudge works, what … Read more

Square of rich, white-chocolate eggnog fudge dusted with nutmeg on parchment — a perfect Egg Nog Desserts Easy, ideal for Recipes Using Egg Nog, and a festive twist on a Snickerdoodle Fudge Recipe, Recipe With Eggnog.
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Jennifer

I’m the cook and creator behind 9am Chef, where I share easy dinner recipes, sweet dessert recipes, and nourishing healthy recipes to inspire your kitchen. My love for cooking started with simple home meals that turned into a passion for creating dishes that are both comforting and creative. At 9am Chef, I believe food should be fun, flavorful, and something everyone can enjoy—whether you’re whipping up a quick weeknight meal or treating yourself to something sweet.