Simply Delicious Dinner Recipes

Peppermint Chocolate Fudge — Melt-in-your-mouth hot cocoa meets candy-cane magic Peppermint Chocolate Fudge is exactly what it sounds like: fudgy, chocolatey squares infused with hot chocolate mix, studded with marshmallows, and finished with a crackle of peppermint. If you love cozy winter desserts that scream holiday, this no-bake treat will become one of your go-to recipes. Want rich, layered flavor with zero fuss? Say no more. Quick intro — what this fudge brings to the party Think two kinds of chocolate plus hot cocoa, toasted marshmallows folded in for chewy pockets, and crushed candy cane sprinkles on top. It’s a … Read more

Close-up of piped green meringue Christmas tree cookies on parchment, sprinkled with nonpareils and a few pretzel trunks visible, cooling on a sheet pan, Meringue Christmas Trees.

Irresistible Meringue Christmas Trees — Easy, No-Fail Dessert

December 17, 2025

If you want show-stopping holiday bites, Meringue Christmas Trees are the light, crunchy, and cheer-filled treat you need on your cookie tray this year. These airy little confections bake low and slow, pipe into adorable tree shapes, and practically beg for sprinkles. Who doesn’t love a snack that looks fancy but literally takes three main ingredients? Brief introduction to the recipe Meringue trees transform whipped egg whites and sugar into delicate, crisp cookies that melt on your tongue. You dye them festive green, pipe them into mini evergreens, add a pretzel stump or a star sprinkle, and suddenly your dessert … Read more

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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.

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

White Chocolate Peppermint Pretzel Crisps — Easy Christmas Pretzel Treats

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White-chocolate-coated pretzel crisps topped with crushed peppermint, arranged on parchment for a festive holiday snack, Christmas Pretzel Treats.

Irresistible Peppermint Chocolate Fudge — Melt-In-Your-Mouth Holiday Squares

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Irresistible Meringue Christmas Trees — Easy, No-Fail Dessert

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Irresistible Peppermint Truffles Recipe — Decadent Holiday Bites

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Close-up of glossy peppermint truffles coated in crushed candy cane and cocoa, arranged on a festive tray, Peppermint Truffles Recipe.

Dreamy White Chocolate Candy Cane Cookies — White Chocolate Christmas Treats

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White Chocolate Christmas Treats — Dreamy White Chocolate Candy Cane Cookies If you want White Chocolate Christmas Treats that taste like cozy sweaters and twinkly lights, these White Chocolate Candy Cane Cookies deliver. They marry silky white chocolate with crunchy peppermint bits for a festive bite that’s both nostalgic and a little fancy. Ready to bake something that disappears fast at every holiday party? Brief introduction to the recipe These cookies combine soft, buttery dough studded with white chocolate chips and bright flecks of crushed candy cane. They smell like the holidays the moment they hit the oven, and they … Read more

Close-up of white chocolate cookies topped with crushed candy cane pieces and a light white chocolate drizzle, arranged on a festive platter, White Chocolate Christmas Treats.

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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.

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