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Emily Fabulous » Recipes » Round Up Slide Shows

15 Festive Treats That Make Great Gifts (We are loving #8!)

Published: Dec 13, 2025 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

Ho ho hold onto your taste buds! These 15 festive treats pack big Christmas flavor and make gift-giving extra fun. Perfect for friends, family, or anyone on your list, each sweet pick is crafted to spark smiles and satisfy holiday cravings.

1. Reindeer Rice Krispie Treats

Reindeer Rice Krispie Treats
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These festive Rice Krispie treats are shaped and decorated to look like adorable little reindeer. They're fun, quick to make, and perfect for holiday parties or kid-friendly baking days.

Get the Recipe: Reindeer Rice Krispie Treats.

2. Reindeer Cake Pops

Reindeer Cake Pops
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These charming cake pops are turned into sweet reindeer with candy antlers and cheerful faces. They're a delightful bite-sized treat that brings instant holiday cheer.

Get the Recipe: Reindeer Cake Pops.

3. Peppermint Cake Pops

Peppermint Cake Pops
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Peppermint cake pops combine rich cake with refreshing peppermint flavor for a wintery twist. Coated in chocolate and sprinkled with crushed candy canes, they offer the perfect balance of festive flavor and fun.

Get the Recipe: Peppermint Cake Pops.

4. Candy Cane Cupcakes

candy cane cupcakes
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These cupcakes swirl peppermint and vanilla flavors into a soft, fluffy dessert that tastes like Christmas in every bite. Topped with creamy frosting and candy cane pieces, they make a colorful holiday centerpiece.

Get the Recipe: Candy Cane Cupcakes.

5. Santa Hat Rice Krispie Treats

Santa Hat Rice Krispie Treats
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These adorable Santa Hat Rice Krispie Treats bring instant holiday joy with every bite! They are topped with a generous, thick, creamy buttercream frosting, then finished with festive decorations. They're fun, playful, and perfect for parties, gifting, or treating your favorite elves at home!

Get the Recipe: Santa Hat Rice Krispie Treats.

6. Reindeer Chocolate Candy Bark

Reindeer Chocolate Candy Bark
Image Credit: Party on Three.

This chocolate bark is decorated with pretzels, candy eyes, and sweets to create playful reindeer faces. It's an easy holiday treat that looks impressive but comes together in minutes.

Get the Recipe: Reindeer Chocolate Candy Bark.

7. Christmas Fudge

Christmas Fudge
Image Credit: Cultivating Brilliant Minds.

Rich, creamy, and beautifully festive, this Christmas fudge is a classic holiday indulgence. It's simple to prepare and easy to customize with seasonal sprinkles or mix-ins.

Get the Recipe: Christmas Fudge.

8. No-Bake White Chocolate Covered Oreos

No-Bake White Chocolate Covered Oreos
Image Credit: Hungry Whisk.

These no-bake treats transform classic Oreos into elegant holiday sweets with a coating of smooth white chocolate. They're effortless to make yet look stunning on any dessert platter.

Get the Recipe: No-Bake White Chocolate Covered Oreos.

9. Meringue Christmas Tree Cookies

Meringue Christmas Tree Cookies
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Light, airy meringue is piped into charming Christmas tree shapes and decorated with festive sprinkles. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies add a whimsical touch to your holiday table.

Get the Recipe: Meringue Christmas Tree Cookies.

10. Christmas Pretzels

Christmas Pretzels
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A mix of sweet and salty, these chocolate-coated Christmas pretzels are perfect for snacking or gifting. Bright sprinkles and colorful candies make them irresistible and festive.

Get the Recipe: Christmas Pretzels.

11. Candy Christmas Trees

Candy Christmas Trees
Image Credit: Kim Schob.

These cute candy trees are built from simple sweets and decorated to shine like holiday ornaments. They're easy, kid-friendly, and perfect for adding edible décor to your celebrations.

Get the Recipe: Candy Christmas Trees.

12. Martha Washington Candy

Martha Washington Candy
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These old-fashioned candies feature a rich coconut and pecan filling dipped in smooth chocolate. They're a nostalgic holiday treat that has been loved for generations.

Get the Recipe: Martha Washington Candy.

13. Mascarpone Cookies

Mascarpone Cookies
Image Credit: My Chef's Apron.

Soft, tender, and slightly creamy, these mascarpone cookies offer a delicate melt-in-your-mouth texture. Their subtle sweetness makes them perfect for pairing with coffee or cocoa during the holidays.

Get the Recipe: Mascarpone Cookies.

14. Nutter Butter Snowman Cookies

Nutter Butter Snowman Cookies
Image Credit: The Feathered Nester.

These adorable snowman cookies use Nutter Butters as the base, decorated with icing and candies for personality. They're quick, cute, and ideal for holiday cookie trays.

Get the Recipe: Nutter Butter Snowman Cookies.

15. Buddy the Elf's Christmas Snack Mix

Christmas Mix
Image Credit: Our Tiny Nest.

Celebrate the holidays with a sweet-and-salty treat straight out of Buddy the Elf's kitchen! This festive snack mix combines colorful candies, crunchy cereals, and a sprinkle of holiday magic for a snack that's fun to make, share, and munch on. Perfect for gifting, holiday parties, or satisfying your own sweet tooth.

Get the Recipe: Buddy the Elf's Christmas Snack Mix.

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