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50+ Cheap and Easy Christmas Desserts Your Family Will Love

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Scrumptious blueberry crumble coffee cake

Scrumptious blueberry crumble coffee cake

Blueberry Crumble Coffee Cake Delight

Indulge in a slice of this delectable blueberry crumble coffee cake. With a buttery, spiced crumble topping and juicy blueberries, it's the perfect festive treat.

Delicious banana pudding, perfect holiday dessert

Delicious banana pudding, perfect holiday dessert

Classic Homemade Banana Pudding

Savor this creamy, homemade banana pudding with layers of vanilla wafers, fresh bananas, and a rich, velvety pudding mixture. A delightful and easy treat for Christmas celebrations.

Indulgent Oreo delight, perfect for holiday gatherings

Indulgent Oreo delight, perfect for holiday gatherings

Oreo Delight Layered Dessert

This irresistible Oreo delight features layers of creamy chocolate pudding, whipped topping, and a crunchy Oreo crust. A crowd-pleasing, no-bake dessert ideal for Christmas celebrations.

Rich and fruity millionaire pie

Rich and fruity millionaire pie

Decadent Millionaire Pie

Enjoy this indulgent millionaire pie, brimming with maraschino cherries, crushed pineapple, and chopped pecans in a creamy filling atop a graham cracker crust. Perfect for festive holiday gatherings.

Festive cherry bars with sweet almond glaze - part 1 of the recipe

Festive cherry bars with sweet almond glaze - part 1 of the recipe

Part 2 of the recipe

Part 2 of the recipe

Delicious Glazed Cherry Bars

These mouthwatering cherry bars feature a buttery crust topped with cherry pie filling and drizzled with a sweet almond glaze. Perfect for sharing during holiday gatherings.

Fluffy strawberry angel food cake dessert

Fluffy strawberry angel food cake dessert

Strawberry Angel Food Cake Delight

This delightful strawberry angel food cake combines the lightness of angel food cake with the sweetness of strawberries and Cool Whip. A perfect, refreshing treat for holiday celebrations.

Decadent chocolate caramel poke cake delight

Decadent chocolate caramel poke cake delight

Heavenly Chocolate Caramel Poke Cake

Indulge in this heavenly chocolate cake, soaked with sweetened condensed milk and caramel, topped with Cool Whip and candy pieces. A perfect treat for festive celebrations.

Layered chocolate delight with creamy goodness

Layered chocolate delight with creamy goodness

Decadent Layered Chocolate Cream Dessert

This indulgent dessert features layers of pecan crust, cream cheese filling, chocolate pudding, and whipped cream, all topped with shaved chocolate. A perfect treat for holiday celebrations.

Rich chocolate poke cake with coconut

Rich chocolate poke cake with coconut

Chocolate Coconut Mounds Poke Cake

This indulgent Mounds Poke Cake combines moist chocolate cake, sweetened condensed milk, coconut cream, and shredded coconut, topped with chocolate frosting. A decadent treat perfect for the holidays.

Refreshing key lime pound cake with glaze

Refreshing key lime pound cake with glaze

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Key Lime Pound Cake Perfection

This delightful key lime pound cake features a moist, buttery texture infused with zesty lime. Topped with a tangy lime glaze, it's an elegant and refreshing dessert for any holiday gathering.

Refreshing light lemon cake with whipped topping

Refreshing light lemon cake with whipped topping

Grandma's Light Lemon Cake Delight

This light and fluffy lemon cake, infused with lemon pudding and topped with creamy vanilla whipped topping, offers a refreshing and tangy dessert perfect for festive occasions.

Decadent coconut poke cake with whipped topping

Decadent coconut poke cake with whipped topping

Creamy Coconut Poke Cake

This creamy coconut poke cake combines a moist white cake soaked in sweetened condensed milk and cream of coconut, topped with whipped topping and flaked coconut. Perfect for a chilled holiday treat.

Delicious Italian cream cheese cake delight

Delicious Italian cream cheese cake delight

Classic Italian Cream Cheese Cake

This classic Italian cream cheese cake features layers of moist cake with coconut and pecans, topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. Perfect for an elegant holiday dessert.

Moist lemon 7-Up pound cake treat

Moist lemon 7-Up pound cake treat

Lemon 7-Up Pound Cake Delight

Enjoy this refreshing Lemon 7-Up Pound Cake, made with a hint of lemon extract and a touch of 7-Up, topped with a tangy lemon glaze. Perfect for festive gatherings.

Easy no-bake strawberry cream pie dessert

Easy no-bake strawberry cream pie dessert

No-Bake Strawberries and Cream Pie

This delightful no-bake pie features a graham cracker crust filled with a creamy strawberry mixture made from fresh strawberries and Cool Whip. A refreshing and simple dessert for any occasion.

Delicious banana upside down cake treat

Delicious banana upside down cake treat

Banana Upside Down Cake

This banana upside down cake features a caramelized banana topping over a moist, cinnamon-spiced cake. Perfectly sweet and flavorful, it's an easy and delightful dessert for any occasion.

Delicious strawberry cake with cream cheese icing

Delicious strawberry cake with cream cheese icing

Best Ever Strawberry Cake

This moist strawberry cake, made with fresh or frozen strawberries and strawberry jello, is topped with a creamy strawberry-infused cream cheese icing. A delightful and refreshing dessert for any occasion.

Refreshing fruit and marshmallow ambrosia salad

Refreshing fruit and marshmallow ambrosia salad

Classic Ambrosia Salad

This classic Ambrosia Salad combines pineapple chunks, mandarin oranges, maraschino cherries, coconut flakes, and mini marshmallows in a creamy Cool Whip and sour cream mixture. Perfect for a festive dessert.

Fluffy snowball cake with coconut topping

Fluffy snowball cake with coconut topping

Classic Snowball Cake

This retro Snowball Cake features pieces of angel food cake mixed with pineapple and lemon Jello, topped with whipped Dream Whip and shredded coconut. A light and festive dessert for any occasion.

Moist lemon cake with tangy glaze

Moist lemon cake with tangy glaze

Lemon Glazed Poke Cake

This delectable lemon poke cake is made with a yellow cake mix and lemon pudding, then topped with a sweet and tangy lemon glaze. Perfect for a refreshing dessert.

Handpick the finest ingredients for superior taste.

Handpick the finest ingredients for superior taste.

Apple Pie Biscuits

Indulge in the scrumptious delight of apple pie biscuits this Christmas!

Start with canned buttermilk biscuits for a flaky base. Add spoonfuls of apple pie filling, drizzle melted butter, sprinkle brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a dash of vanilla extract.

Bake until golden brown, filling your home with irresistible aroma. For the finishing touch, whisk confection sugar and milk into a smooth icing.

Control sugar and fat content for a healthier indulgence.

Control sugar and fat content for a healthier indulgence.

Lemon Fridge Tart

A festive treat that’s both simple and sublime.

Start by layering 200 grams of tennis biscuits in a dish. Mix 300 grams of condensed milk with 1 cup of boiled water, then pour it over the biscuits.

Top it off with 2 small cans of granadilla and prepare lemon-flavored jelly to pour over. Chill until set, then slice and serve for a refreshing dessert that's sure to delight guests.

Create cherished memories baking together.

Create cherished memories baking together.

Chocolate Cupcake Brownies

With just two boxes of brownie mix and a little extra egg, you'll craft 24 yummy cupcake brownies.

Pour the mixture into a muffin tray and bake at 350 degrees for a mere 20 minutes. The result? Bite-sized treats that marry the rich flavor of brownies with the convenience of cupcakes.

Save money by baking instead of buying.

Save money by baking instead of buying.

Grandmas Old Fashioned Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce

Pudding: Heat oven to 350° Combine bread and raisins in large bowl. Combine milk and 1/4 cup butter in 1-quart saucepan. Cook over medium heat until butter is melted (4 to 7 minutes). Pour milk mixture over bread; let stand 10 minutes. Stir in all remaining pudding ingredients. Pour into greased 1 1/2-quart casserole. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes or until set in center.

Sauce: Combine all sauce ingredients except vanilla in 1-quart saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until mixture thickens and comes to a full boil (5 to 8 minutes). Take off the heat and stir in vanilla To serve, spoon warm pudding into individual dessert dishes; serve with sauce. Store refrigerated.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups white bread
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Showcase your baking prowess with stunning desserts.

Showcase your baking prowess with stunning desserts.

Chocolate Lasagna

This Christmas, indulge in the ultimate chocolate lasagna.

Layer upon layer of rich chocolate goodness, with a touch of holiday magic. It's a decadent delight that will leave your guests begging for seconds.

Add a personal touch to every bite.

Add a personal touch to every bite.

Coconut Custard Pie

The velvety custard meets the sweet, nutty crunch of coconut in every bite.

A delightful holiday treat to transport your taste buds to a sun-kissed paradise.

Share homemade goodies as heartfelt gifts.

Share homemade goodies as heartfelt gifts.

Creamy Butterscotch Pie

A velvety, caramel-infused filling nestled in a flaky crust, this holiday treat is pure bliss in every bite.

A touch of whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg will make it your Christmas dessert centerpiece.

Use up pantry staples and reduce food waste.

Use up pantry staples and reduce food waste.

German Chocolate Pie

A harmonious blend of luscious chocolate, coconut, and pecans nestled in a flaky pie crust.

It's the perfect holiday treat for your festive gathering.

Fill your home with the aroma of holiday baking.

Fill your home with the aroma of holiday baking.

Cream Cheese Lemonade Pie

A velvety blend of cream cheese and zesty lemon, nestled in a buttery crust, it's the perfect Christmas dessert to delight your guests.

Sprinkle with powdered sugar for a festive finish.

Recreate cherished family recipes.

Recreate cherished family recipes.

Best Brownies Ever

These decadent squares boast a rich, fudgy center and a crackly, shiny top—truly the epitome of Christmas dessert perfection.

Share the love, one blissful bite at a time!

Hone your baking skills with each creation.

Hone your baking skills with each creation.

Lemon Meringue Pie

Indulge in the exquisite harmony of zesty lemon curd and billowy meringue atop a tender crust—a Lemon Meringue Pie that's the epitome of holiday elegance.

A slice of sunshine on your Christmas dessert table, a taste of pure joy.

Baking can be a therapeutic activity.

Baking can be a therapeutic activity.

Peanut Butter Cookie Lasagna is a decadent delight that combines layers of creamy peanut butter filling with buttery cookie crusts.

This no-bake dessert is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for any occasion.

Control portion sizes for guilt-free indulgence.

Control portion sizes for guilt-free indulgence.

New York Cheesecake

Crafted with rich cream cheese, a buttery graham cracker crust, and a hint of citrus zest, this velvety delight is a slice of pure sophistication for any occasion.

Experiment with flavors and decorations.

Experiment with flavors and decorations.

3 Ingredient Apple Cake

Indulge in the simple elegance of my 3-Ingredient Apple Cake.

Crisp apples, sweet cinnamon, and a touch of sugar come together to create a delectable treat that's effortlessly delightful, perfect for any occasion

Start a new tradition of baking together.

Start a new tradition of baking together.

Caramel Pie

Indulge in the exquisite simplicity of Caramel Pie, a heavenly dessert that harmoniously combines velvety, homemade caramel with a flaky, buttery crust.

Enjoy desserts without guilt knowing their ingredients.

Enjoy desserts without guilt knowing their ingredients.

Old Fashioned Chocolate Pie

With its velvety, rich cocoa filling and a flaky, buttery crust, this dessert exudes nostalgia and comfort.

A dollop of whipped cream adds the perfect finishing touch.

Impress guests with a homemade dessert spread.

Impress guests with a homemade dessert spread.

Peanut Butter Sheet Cake

Imagine the sheer delight of a Peanut Butter Sheet Cake – a moist, decadent masterpiece.

With a luscious layer of creamy peanut butter frosting, it's a treat fit for any occasion.

Accommodate dietary needs with homemade treats.

Accommodate dietary needs with homemade treats.

Old Fashioned Coconut Cream Pie

Delicate flaky crust, luscious coconut filling, and billowy whipped cream topping create a nostalgic dessert that's simply heavenly.

A slice of sweet nostalgia in every bite!

Enjoy desserts at their freshest straight from the oven.

Enjoy desserts at their freshest straight from the oven.

Oreo Refrigerator Cake

Layers of velvety whipped cream, crushed Oreo cookies, and a dash of chocolate magic.

An effortless dessert to elevate your next gathering. Simple, sweet perfection.

Experience pride in creating something from scratch.

Experience pride in creating something from scratch.

Texas Sheet Cake

Texas Sheet Cake, a Lone Star classic, is a delightfully rich and moist chocolate cake topped with a glossy, pecan-studded fudge frosting.

It's a true Texan treat that's perfect for any occasion, y'all!

Baking can be a relaxing way to unwind.

Baking can be a relaxing way to unwind.

Cherry Dream Cake

This recipe is a delightful blend of flavors.

The rich cherry taste combined with the tender cake creates a joyful treat that perfectly captures the festive spirit, making it a must-have for celebrations.

Spread holiday cheer with homemade treats.

Spread holiday cheer with homemade treats.

Pecan Cobbler

Pecan Cobbler with velvety vanilla ice cream is a perfect festive treat.

The warm, nutty cobbler blends with cool ice cream, creating a delightful contrast. This comforting dessert embodies holiday flavors, making it a festive and irresistible choice.

Source ingredients locally for a sustainable treat.

Source ingredients locally for a sustainable treat.

Chocolate Cobbler

Chocolate cobbler blends gooey cocoa richness with the warmth of melted butter and soothing vanilla.

Its magical melding of flavors and textures makes it a beloved treat, perfect for festive celebrations.

Engage your creativity through baking.

Engage your creativity through baking.

Strawberry Punch Bowl Trifle

The Strawberry punch bowl trifle combines light and fluffy angel food cake with the delightful sweetness of cool whip.

Layered with fresh strawberries, it's a visually stunning treat that's easy to make and brings joy to holiday celebrations.

Teach kids baking skills and kitchen safety.

Teach kids baking skills and kitchen safety.

Turtle Cake

Turtle Cake combines rich chocolate chips, crunchy pecans, and gooey caramel. The blend of these flavors creates a festive dessert that's both decadent and satisfying, perfect for celebrating the holiday season.

Bake classic holiday desserts with historical significance.

Bake classic holiday desserts with historical significance.

Oreo Chocolate Heaven Cake

Made from devil's food cake mix, it combines rich cream cheese and the delightful crunch of crushed Oreo cookies.

A heavenly dessert that's sure to bring joy to your festive celebrations.

Fill your home with the scents of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.

Fill your home with the scents of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.

Peach Cake

A Peach Cake, made with two tins of peaches and topped with coconut icing, is a fantastic Christmas dessert because it combines the festive sweetness of peaches with the tropical delight of coconut, creating a unique and delightful treat for the holiday season.

Create a dazzling dessert buffet with homemade delights.

Create a dazzling dessert buffet with homemade delights.

Caramel Apple Cobbler

Indulge in the perfect Christmas treat with Caramel Apple Cobbler. Its blend of soft yellow cake, sweet apple pie filling, and a drizzle of rich caramel creates a cozy and festive dessert that captures the joy of the holiday season.

Prepare desserts in advance for stress-free entertaining.

Prepare desserts in advance for stress-free entertaining.

No Bake Chocolate Pie

Made with rich Hershey's cocoa and creamy cream cheese, it's a delightful dessert that requires no baking.

Its luscious flavor and easy preparation make it a must-have for festive celebrations.

Channel stress into creativity with baking.

Channel stress into creativity with baking.

Brownie Refrigerator Cup

This recipe combines the richness of brownie mix with instant chocolate and vanilla pudding.

This delightful dessert offers layers of flavors and textures, making it a perfect festive indulgence for the holiday season.

Perfect your gift-wrapping skills with homemade treats.

Perfect your gift-wrapping skills with homemade treats.

Cookies and Cream

I grew up on this - we used to call it called dirt cake. We used to put it in little cups and add gummy worms inside to resemble dirt and worms!

It's really yummy but nowadays I prefer it without the gummy worms in it - just the creamy cake mixture is perfect and satisfies my sweet tooth.

Support local farmers and businesses with your ingredient choices.

Support local farmers and businesses with your ingredient choices.

Apple Pie Enchiladas

These sweet and warm enchiladas offer a festive twist on a classic dessert, making them a perfect and memorable choice for your holiday table.

Share homemade treats with neighbors and friends.

Share homemade treats with neighbors and friends.

No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake

Made with creamy cream cheese and topped with fresh, juicy strawberries, it's a luscious treat that brings together the festive spirit and irresistible flavors in every bite.

Embark on a culinary journey through holiday flavors.

Embark on a culinary journey through holiday flavors.

Hawaiian Millionaire Pie

Loved this recipe! Added coconut, sliced bananas on top and drizzled with chocolate syrup. Also added 1 cup of toasted coconut into the mixture before pouring into pans.

Spend quality time with loved ones while baking together.

Spend quality time with loved ones while baking together.

Kool Aid Pie

The tangy Kool Aid, creamy condensed milk, and fluffy Cool Whip create a festive treat that's both tasty and simple to make.

Create lasting memories in the kitchen.

Create lasting memories in the kitchen.

Butterfinger Pie

This yummy recipe combines creamy cream cheese and cool whip with yummy Butterfinger candy bars.

This mix of flavors and textures creates a delightful dessert that's sure to bring joy to your holiday celebrations.

Reduce packaging waste by baking from scratch.

Reduce packaging waste by baking from scratch.

Peanut Butter Ball

Made with creamy peanut butter and crushed Graham crackers, its delightful mix of nutty goodness and sweet crumbs brings a festive taste that everyone loves, making it a holiday treat to savor.

Explore holiday desserts from different cultures.

Explore holiday desserts from different cultures.

Pineapple Sunshine Cake

Made with a yellow cake mix and juicy crushed pineapple, it's a sweet and tangy treat that brings a burst of tropical flavor to your holiday table, spreading joy and warmth.

Show love and appreciation through homemade treats.

Show love and appreciation through homemade treats.

Million Dollar Pie

Its heavenly blend of crushed pineapple's sweetness, the light fluffiness of cool whip, and the rich creaminess of condensed sweet milk make this recipe a festive treat that captures the joy of the season in every bite.

Tailor desserts to suit your taste preferences and dietary needs.

Tailor desserts to suit your taste preferences and dietary needs.

Mandarin Orange Pineapple Cake

Mixing tangy mandarin oranges and sweet pineapple with a buttery cake base creates a scrumptious dessert that perfectly balances flavors, bringing joy to your taste buds and holiday celebrations.

Handpick fresh, high-quality ingredients for superior taste.

Handpick fresh, high-quality ingredients for superior taste.

Two Ingredient Pumpkin Cake

Combining cozy pumpkin spice and a sweet apple cider glaze, it's a simple yet delightful dessert that captures the festive flavors of the season in every bite.

Save money by purchasing ingredients in bulk or on sale.

Save money by purchasing ingredients in bulk or on sale.

Coconut Sheet Cake

Made with white cake mix and vanilla pudding it's fluffy layers infused with coconut flavor, topped by creamy frosting, evoke festive joy, making it a perfect treat to savor during the holiday season.

Create cherished memories by baking with loved ones.

Create cherished memories by baking with loved ones.

Mounds Brownies

Instructions:

Make brownies as directed on the box.

While the brownies are baking, mix the coconut and milk together.

Take the brownies from the oven and spread the coconut/milk mixture over hot brownies.

Microwave the chocolate frosting just long enough to make the frosting pourable. Pour over the coconut topping. Spread to seal edges.

Enjoy!

Unleash your creativity through dessert decoration and presentation.

Unleash your creativity through dessert decoration and presentation.

Peach Dumplings

Made from fresh peaches, soft crescent rolls, rich butter, and fragrant vanilla, the warm, sweet, and comforting flavors blend to bring a touch of holiday magic to your table, pleasing both young and old.

Experiment with unique flavor combinations not found in store-bought treats.

Experiment with unique flavor combinations not found in store-bought treats.

Rocky Road Fudge

A yummytreat that combines creamy fudge with yummy chocolate chips, crunchy roasted peanuts, and squishy mini marshmallows.

This mix of textures and flavors brings joy to taste buds, making it a perfect festive dessert.

Baking can be therapeutic and reduce holiday stress.

Baking can be therapeutic and reduce holiday stress.

Easy Peasy Peanut Brittle

The mix of salted peanuts and sweet vanilla creates a crunchy, flavorful treat that embodies the festive spirit. It's a perfect Christmas dessert that's both simple to make and a joyful indulgence.

Monitor portion sizes to avoid overindulgence.

Monitor portion sizes to avoid overindulgence.

Lemon Blossoms

Combining yellow cake mix, lemon pudding mix, and lemon zest creates a moist and tangy dessert that perfectly balances the yummy sweetness with a refreshing twist.

Experience satisfaction from mastering new recipes.

Experience satisfaction from mastering new recipes.

Chocolate Brownie Cake

By combining chocolate cake and brownie mixes, topped with a luscious ganache, this dessert offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures that's sure to make your holiday celebrations extra special.

Fill your home with delightful scents of baking during the holidays.

Fill your home with delightful scents of baking during the holidays.

Lemon Pudding Cake

Lemon Pudding Cake made with yellow cake mix and lemon instant pudding is a fantastic Christmas treat.

Its zesty lemon flavor and delightful blend of cake and pudding textures create a dessert the whole family will love.

Accommodate dietary restrictions with homemade treats.

Accommodate dietary restrictions with homemade treats.

Pineapple Angel Cake

I have been making this for years. I bake it for 30 minutes.

It's really yummy with strawberries or other berries and reddi whip over it. This cake is favorite for my family and so easy to just throw together last minute.

Minimize waste by using reusable containers for storage.

Minimize waste by using reusable containers for storage.

Strawberry Cheesecake Salad

Creamy vanilla yogurt, fluffy mini marshmallows, and juicy strawberries combine in a delightful dessert.

Carry on cherished family baking traditions.

Carry on cherished family baking traditions.

Banana Pudding Fluff

Combining vanilla pudding mix, fluffy marshmallows, creamy cool whip, and yummy vanilla wafers creates a merry and satisfying addition to holiday celebrations.

Share homemade treats with neighbors or local organizations.

Share homemade treats with neighbors or local organizations.

Strawberry Dream

Strawberry dream combines juicy sliced strawberries, heavy whipping cream, and a delightful graham cracker base. With a touch of vanilla, it's assembled and chilled, creating a refreshing and festive treat.

Involve children in baking to teach valuable culinary skills.

Involve children in baking to teach valuable culinary skills.

Strawberry Cream Cheese Cobbler

Plump whole strawberries, tangy buttermilk, and sweet sugar blend into a delightful dessert that captures the festive spirit.

350* 45 min bake time.

Reduce carbon footprint by baking at home.

Reduce carbon footprint by baking at home.

Easy 7-Up Cake

  1. Mix together cake mix, eggs, 7 Up, oil, pudding mix.
  2. Pour batter in bundt pan.
  3. Bake.
  4. Drizzle glaze.

Bake for 45-55 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Let cool for 5 minutes in pan before flipping out onto a plate to finish cooling.

Glaze:

  1. Melt butter
  2. Add powdered sugar, lemon juice and water and mix with a fork.
  3. Pour glaze over warm cake
Host a holiday baking party to connect with friends and neighbors.

Host a holiday baking party to connect with friends and neighbors.

Heaven in a Crockpot

I just made it in the oven, baked at 350 for about 15 minutes. It was good but I think the crockpot would be much better.

Experiment with versatile recipes that can be adapted for different occasions.

Experiment with versatile recipes that can be adapted for different occasions.

Strawberry Brownies

Their vibrant color and sweet, fruity flavor add a festive touch to your holiday spread, bringing joy to both eyes and taste buds.

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