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These adorable Cheesecake Cake Pops are a great way to celebrate Easter! These are a delightful confection that's ideal to share during the holiday season with your loved ones.

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs. 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted. 1 cup cream cheese, softened. 1/2 cup powdered sugar. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 1 cup white chocolate chips, melted. Colorful sprinkles or decorations. Cake pop sticks.

Instructions: Melted butter and graham cracker crumbs should be thoroughly combined in a bowl. Mix the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until they are well combined. Mix well after combining the cream cheese and graham cracker mixtures. Form the mixture into tiny balls and arrange them on a baking sheet that has been lined. After placing a cake pop stick inside each ball, freeze for half an hour. In a bowl that is safe to use in the microwave, melt white chocolate chips for 30 seconds at a time, stirring in between, until smooth. To ensure an even coating, dip each frozen cake pop into the melted white chocolate. While the chocolate is still wet, decorate with colorful sprinkles or other materials. Return the decorated cake pops to the baking sheet that has been lined, then chill them until the chocolate hardens. Give these delicious Cheesecake Cake Pops to your loved ones to enjoy!

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

Spread some holiday cheer with these festive Christmas Tree Cookies. Perfect for baking fun with loved ones this season.

Indulge in the rich flavors of chocolate and coffee with a hint of refreshing peppermint in this gluten-free cake. Perfect for holiday celebrations or any time you're craving a decadent treat!

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups gluten-free flour blend. 1 cup granulated sugar. 1/2 cup cocoa powder. 1 tsp baking soda. 1/2 tsp baking powder. 1/2 tsp salt. 1/2 cup vegetable oil. 2 large eggs. 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled. 1/2 cup milk dairy or non-dairy. 1 tsp peppermint extract. 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips optional. 1/4 cup crushed candy canes or peppermint candies for garnish. Whipped cream or frosting of choice for topping.

Instructions: Preheat oven to 350F 175C. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, combine gluten-free flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Add vegetable oil, eggs, coffee, milk, and peppermint extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined. Fold in chocolate chips if using. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, top with whipped cream or frosting of choice, and sprinkle crushed candy canes or peppermint candies on top for garnish. Slice and serve. Enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

Make delicious edible presents by using these marshmallow snowflakes. These are delightful, fluffy, and ideal as gifts for the holidays.

Ingredients: 3/4 cup cold water. 3 tablespoons unflavored gelatin. 2 cups granulated sugar. 1/2 cup corn syrup. 1/4 teaspoon salt. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Powdered sugar, for dusting.

Instructions: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cold water and gelatin. Let it sit for 10 minutes to bloom the gelatin. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Stir until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture reaches 240F 115C on a candy thermometer. Carefully pour the hot sugar syrup into the gelatin mixture while mixing on low speed with an electric mixer. Gradually increase the speed to high and beat for 10-15 minutes, until the mixture becomes thick and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract and continue to beat for another 2 minutes. Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and dust it generously with powdered sugar. Transfer the marshmallow mixture to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe snowflake shapes onto the prepared baking sheet, dusting the top with more powdered sugar to prevent sticking. Let the marshmallows set at room temperature for at least 4 hours or overnight until they are firm. Once set, remove the marshmallows from the parchment paper and dust them with additional powdered sugar to prevent sticking. Store the marshmallow snowflakes in an airtight container, layered between sheets of wax paper, for up to two weeks. These homemade marshmallow snowflakes make delightful gifts. Simply package them in decorative bags or boxes and tie with a festive ribbon.

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

These tasty ice cream sandwiches are perfect for the holidays because they have both chocolate and peppermint in them. Two chocolate cookies are smashed together with creamy peppermint ice cream to make a fun and tasty treat for everyone.

Ingredients: 1 cup heavy cream. 1 cup sweetened condensed milk. 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract. 1/2 cup crushed candy canes. 12 chocolate cookies.

Instructions: Whip the heavy cream in a large bowl until stiff peaks form. Add the peppermint extract and sweetened condensed milk and mix well. The crushed candy canes should be added slowly. Put the mixture in a shallow dish and freeze it for at least 4 hours, or until it gets hard. When the ice cream is firm, put a scoop on half of the chocolate cookies and top with the other half of the cookies. If you want, you can decorate the edges of the sandwiches by rolling them in more crushed candy canes. You can eat it right away or put it in the freezer until you're ready to eat it.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

This Mint Chocolate Swirl Bark is a delightful treat perfect for the holiday season. The combination of rich semi-sweet chocolate and creamy mint-flavored white chocolate creates a beautiful and delicious dessert. It's a festive addition to your Christmas celebrations!

Ingredients: 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips. 12 ounces white chocolate chips. 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract. Green food coloring optional. 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies.

Instructions: Put parchment paper on one baking sheet and set it aside. Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in 30-second bursts in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring in between to ensure the chips are smooth and completely melted. The white chocolate chips should be melted in the same way in a different microwave-safe bowl. Melt the white chocolate and mix in the peppermint extract. To get the desired mint color, feel free to add a few drops of green food coloring. Using a spatula, spread the melted semi-sweet chocolate evenly across the baking sheet after pouring it onto it. Pour the melted white chocolate with a hint of mint over the layer of semi-sweet chocolate. To achieve a marbled effect, run a knife or skewer through both layers to create swirls. Overtop, scatter the crushed peppermint candies. After the bark has completely set, refrigerate it for about half an hour. Enjoy the mint chocolate swirl bark after it has set by breaking it into pieces!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

These Christmas Tree Hand Pies are a delightful holiday treat that's easy to make in your air fryer. They're filled with both cherry and apple pie fillings, making them a festive and flavorful dessert for the holiday season. The green powdered sugar and sprinkles add a touch of Christmas magic!

Ingredients: 2 sheets of refrigerated pie crust. 1 cup of cherry pie filling. 1 cup of apple pie filling. 1 egg for egg wash. 1 tablespoon of water for egg wash. Powdered sugar for dusting. Green food coloring. Red and green sprinkles optional.

Instructions: Get your air fryer ready by heating it up to 350F 175C. Add a few drops of red food coloring to the cherry pie filling and mix it in a bowl until it turns a deep red color. If you want to make a Christmas tree, roll out one sheet of pie crust and cut it into tree shapes. Cover half of the tree shapes with a teaspoon of cherry pie filling. Leave a small edge around the edges. Cut tree shapes out of the second sheet of pie crust using the same cookie cutter. These are the tops of the pie crust. Put the top crusts on top of the shapes that have cherry filling on them and press the edges together to seal. To make a pretty edge, use a fork. To make an egg wash, beat the egg and water together in a small bowl. Use the egg wash to give the tops of the hand pies a golden look. Put the hand pies in the air fryer basket that has already been heated. Leave some space between each pie. For 8 to 10 minutes, or until the pies are golden brown and crisp, air fry them at 350F 175C. A few drops of green food coloring mixed with powdered sugar will make green dust that you can use on top of the pies while they're cooking. Take the hand pies out of the air fryer when they're done and let them cool down a bit. Use the green powdered sugar to cover the Christmas tree hand pies. If you want to make them look even more festive, you can add red and green sprinkles. Enjoy your warm Christmas tree hand pies!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes