When it comes to the holidays, the desserts are the truly standout dishes. Everyone has their go-to pie recipe, their favorite seasonal cookies and that tasty twist on hot chocolate, but it’s always fun to experiment with creative new desserts. Here are three great dessert recipes that are sure to impress the guests at all of your holiday parties.
Dark Chocolate Peppermint Brownies [myrecipes.com]
Combine two of the most popular seasonal flavors—chocolate and peppermint—into one delicious dessert with this gourmet brownie recipe. The rich, dense brownie portion is incredibly decadent, while the crunchy peppermint topping adds a festive flair that you won’t find from traditional versions.
Holiday Biscotti [foodnetwork.com]
Coffee lovers and dessert fans alike love the classic Italian biscotti cookie, but this unique recipe gives it a festive holiday spin. The biscotti itself has a slight lemon taste that is accented by chopped pistachios and dried cranberries, while the white chocolate coating features red and green sugar crystals for a festive flair.
Cream Puff Tower [realsimple.com]
Instead of the usual pie or cake, create a tower of cream puffs that looks just as elegant. This classic pastry is puffy on the outside with a sweet, creamy filling, and when you place each puff in a metallic wrapper, the tower looks even more shiny and festive.
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