Holidays & Events

It’s time to celebrate! Get inspired to go above-and-beyond with our special recipes for holidays and events that take you from appetizers to dessert.

View More in:

Add Filter

    This State Loves Candy Corn More Than Anywhere Else

    The most controversial Halloween candy is safe here.


    The 2025 Cookie Exchange

    This December, Kelsey Elizabeth Cakes and Taste of Home are once again teaming up to bring a magical evening of...


    Copycat Trader Joe’s Maple Leaf Cookies

    With this copycat Trader Joe's maple leaf cookies recipe in hand, there's no need to visit the store! We pack...


    Ube Cookies

    Ube cookies are soft, chewy and filled generously with ube jam. White chocolate chips are studded throughout the cookies with...


    Dairy-Free Pumpkin Pie

    This dairy-free pumpkin pie delivers all the cozy flavor of the classic with none of the lactose thanks to almond...


    These Are the 11 Best Non-Chocolate Halloween Candies, Ranked

    Halloween candy isn't just about chocolate, you know. That's why we set out to find the tastiest, spookiest sweets that...


    22 Modern Thanksgiving Recipes That Upgrade the Classics

    Elevate your Thanksgiving meal this year with these modern takes on classic holiday dishes.


    The Best Luxury Advent Calendars of 2025, Tested

    These luxury Advent calendars sell out year after year—and once they're gone, they're gone for good!

    Slow-Cooker Cranberry Sauce

    Free up your stovetop when cooking for the holidays with this flavorful slow-cooker cranberry sauce recipe. This simple but classic...


    Apple Pie-Stuffed Cookies

    These pillowy apple-pie stuffed cookies provide you with a new way to enjoy your favorite fall dessert.


    Crunchy Cheesy Crisps

    I found a recipe in one of my cookbooks, which I've had for quite some time, and tweaked it to...


    Pimiento Thumbprint Shortbreads with Jam

    A twist on the classic jam-filled shortbreads, these savory and sweet treats are packed with flavor. Try mixing things up...


    Egg Puffs

    Cheesy egg puffs baked in muffin tins are protein-packed, flavorful and perfectly portioned for solo breakfasts or group gatherings.


    Salted Caramel Cookies

    Our salted caramel cookies combine homemade caramel and chocolate chunks with decadent brown-butter cookie base.


    Hot Apricot Chai Cocktail

    This lovely wintertime cocktail is a hit with my friends for its rich flavor and easy prep. I like to...


    Malted Chocolate Chip Cookies

    A variation on the classic favorite, these malted chocolate chip cookies have a little something extra going on.


    Creamy Apricot Stuffed Dates

    These delightful date bites are ridiculously easy to create. They always hit the sweet spot, whether served as an appetizer...

    Miso Gravy

    Miso gravy has the perfect mix of umami, nuance and depth. Everyone can smother their Thanksgiving plates with it—vegans and...


    Hot Honey

    When you keep a jar of hot honey in your pantry, suddenly every charcuterie board, brunch plate and late-night snack...


    Japanese Crab and Avocado Salad

    It can be a challenge to find winter holiday recipes that are suited to warmer climates. This luxurious Asian-inspired crab...


    Cheesy Bruschetta Dip

    This creamy, flavorful dip comes together quickly and is a real crowd-pleaser. It is a delicious complement to a meal...


    Crispy Party Bites

    These are so quick to make and are great as a bite-sized appetizer. Throughout the years, I have substituted different...


    Sweet Potato Sugar Cookie Delight

    This sweet potato sugar cookie delight recipe layers a dessert-like sweet potato filling on top of a sugar cookie slab...

    Mushroom Gravy

    This mushroom gravy is a holiday must-have, especially if you'd rather skip the fuss of pan drippings.


    Guava Margaritas

    While visiting family, I tasted a guava margarita and fell in love with the tropical flavors. I rushed home to...


    Muffuletta Dip

    I love everything about a Muffuletta sandwich, so I just had to make it into a dip. It makes for...


    Orange Snow Balls

    These snow balls are perfectly sweet with just a hint of tart orange flavor. Everyone loves them, and I always...


    Bacon Cheeseburger Pizza

    For the nights you crave a burger and a slice at the same time, bacon cheeseburger pizza is your ticket...


    Sausage, Peppers and Potatoes

    This easy one-pan sausage, peppers and potatoes bake is a rustic, cozy meal that makes any weeknight feel special.