Make the holiday season a little sweeter with these easy Christmas treats! From fudge and toffee to no-bake cookies, clusters, and festive Rice Krispie creations, there’s something for every sweet tooth! Perfect for parties, gifting, or cozy nights at home.
I love making sweet treats all year long, but there’s something extra magical about whipping up festive goodies during the holiday season, especially when they’re EASY, fun, and full of holiday cheer.
From rich fudge and crunchy toffee to chocolatey clusters and no-bake cookies (and much, much more!), these festive treats are perfect for sharing, gifting, or enjoying at holiday parties. There are over 20 to choose from…and I am pretty confident you will want to make them all:)
These treats are so easy kids can help, making it a wonderful way to create sweet memories in the kitchen. Once they’re made, you can wrap them up in cute bags or boxes for neighbors, friends, and family, or bring them to holiday parties to spread the cheer.
And if you love baking and gifting cookies, be sure to check out my Best Christmas Cookies roundup for even more delicious inspiration!
No-Bake Favorites
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Puppy Chow (Muddy Buddies)
Sweet, crunchy, and chocolatey, this classic snack is always a crowd favorite.
Sweet, salty, and crunchy, this Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Bark features a chocolate base, crunchy pretzels, gooey caramel, and a chocolate topping for an easy, show-stopping treat. Perfect for holidays, parties, or gifting!
These classic No-Bake Cookies are easy to make and require no oven, making them an easy and satisfying dessert. The chocolate, peanut butter, and oatmeal combo is perfection!
Quick, no-bake Avalanche Cookies loaded with white chocolate, peanut butter, crispy rice cereal, and marshmallows. Topped with mini chocolate chips and flaky sea salt, these cookies are crunchy, chewy, and completely irresistible.
Crunchy, sweet, and salty! These easy no-bake Snacky Clusters are made with milk chocolate, pretzels, corn chips, potato chips, and a pinch of flaky sea salt. A fun and addicting treat that’s perfect for snacking or sharing!
You only need 4 ingredients to make this easy peanut butter fudge recipe! The fudge is creamy, rich, and loaded with peanut butter flavor! The perfect easy treat for the holidays or any time!
This chocolate fudge has chopped up pretzel pieces and a layer of salted caramel in the middle, with pretzels and flaky sea salt on top! A decadent combination of sweet and salty that everyone will love.
Rich dark chocolate and crunchy pistachios make the perfect festive combo, with a pop of green that’s perfect for Christmas. Sweet, salty, and finished with flaky sea salt, this toffee looks gourmet but is so easy to make.
White Chocolate Peppermint Pretzel Rice Krispie Treats
Thick and chewy Rice Krispie treats loaded with marshmallows, pretzels, white chocolate, and candy cane pieces. These easy Rice Krispie Treats are the perfect treat for the holidays!
Classic Rice Krispie Treats just got an upgrade with brown butter, Biscoff cookie butter, Biscoff cookies, and a little flaky sea salt. These might be the best rice krispie treats recipe ever!
Scotcheroosare an easy no-bake dessert made with crispy rice cereal, peanut butter, chocolate chips, and butterscotch chips. Basically, the ultimate Rice Krispie Treats. They are always a crowd pleaser!
No-Bake Peanut Butter Bars- you don't have to turn on the oven to make these decadent peanut butter chocolate bars! They are the perfect dessert for summertime, potlucks, parties, or anytime!
These no-bake bars are the ultimate easy treat—crispy, chocolatey, and made with just a few pantry staples. Perfect for stashing in the fridge or freezer for quick snacks and late-night cravings!
Packaging your treats is half the fun! Here are a few easy, festive ideas:
Cellophane bags + ribbon: The quickest option and great for gifting neighbors, coworkers, and teachers. Clear bags show off all the treats!
Holiday tins: Reusable, sturdy, and perfect for assortments.
Bakery-style boxes: Line with parchment and fill with a mix of treats for a pretty, polished gift.
Mason jars: Ideal for candied pecans, granola, and toffee.
Add personal touches:Gift tags, handwritten notes, or a sprig of fresh rosemary make everything feel extra special.
I hope these easy holiday treats bring joy, sweetness, and a little less stress to your season. Whether you’re gifting them to loved ones, sharing at parties, or making them with your kids, these recipes are simple, festive, and guaranteed to spread holiday cheer.
I’m Maria Lichty, creator of Two Peas and Their Pod and two-time cookbook author.
On Two Peas & Their Pod, you will find recipes that are family friendly, affordable, approachable, and most importantly DELICIOUS. I share everyday recipes for everyone!
