10 fun and festive holiday party desserts

Get ready to wow your guests with 10 fun and festive holiday party desserts! From sweet and chocolatey to light and fruity, these treats are perfect for sharing, celebrating, and adding a little extra cheer to your holiday table.

1. Irish coffee milkshake shots

Fun, boozy dessert served in shot glasses made with coffee ice cream and Irish cream liqueur – quick, indulgent, and easy to serve. Get the recipe.

2. White chocolate pistachio and cranberry fudge

Rich, creamy fudge studded with pistachios and cranberries for festive flavor and easy‑to‑slice portions. Get the recipe.

3. Peppermint Florentine cookies

Thin, crisp cookies with chocolate and candy‑cane crunch – perfect for cookie platters or mixing with other treats. Get the recipe.

4. White chocolate salami

A no‑bake, rustic Italian dessert log filled with nuts, dried fruit, and white chocolate – just slice and serve. Get the recipe.

5. Christmas sweet mince pies

A British tradition, brandy soaked and spiced fruit‑filled mini pies in a buttery crust. Get the recipe.

6. Sticky toffee pudding trifle

Decadent layers of moist pudding, custard, toffee sauce, whipped cream and chocolate – serves a crowd beautifully. Get the recipe.

7. Salted caramel pecan brownies

Fudgy brownies with a salty‑sweet twist and crunchy pecans – indulgent and easy to slice. Get the recipe.

8. Turtle style chocolate dipped oranges

Light, refreshing and festive: juicy orange slices dipped in chocolate and topped with caramel, pecans & sea salt. Get the recipe.

9. White chocolate rice pudding

Warm, creamy and comforting pudding spiced with nutmeg, topped with cranberries and pistachios – perfect for holiday evenings. Get the recipe.

10. Brandy snaps

Delicate, crisp lace‑like rolled cookies filled with whipped cream (brandy optional). They’re elegant, buttery, and bring a classic holiday vibe to any dessert spread. Get the recipe.

Janette is a professionally trained chef based in California who channels her passion for cooking into thoughtfully crafted recipes. Her culinary creations are inspired by her English heritage as well as her favorite global cuisines, including Indian and Italian. Connect with her on  Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram for more delicious inspiration. More About Janette…