11 Last-Minute Christmas Dessert Recipes

Under 30 minutes to make these easy Christmas dessert recipes! That’s right, every one of these delicious holiday treats can be made and out of your kitchen in less than half an hour. These are your go-to last minute Christmas dessert recipes that are so good that no one will know you didn’t spend all day in the kitchen!

Christmas Crack Toffee Recipe

“I’m super excited to start Christmas baking and make some more of this delicious Christmas crack. You are going to want to put this Christmas crack recipe on your MUST MAKE list this year because it is seriously amazing. It takes SWEET and SALTY to a whole new level. It is one of my favorite Christmas desserts and it only takes about 15 minutes to make!” – Jamielyn


No Bake Coconut Snowballs

“These cookies only take about five minutes to make and taste just like candy when covered in melted chocolate. They’re lovely to make for family gatherings or to fill in tins for cookie exchanges.” – Diana


Christmas Rolo Ritz Crackers Recipe

“These are so easy to make! Literally anyone can make a batch of these in 15-20 minutes. They travel super well, so they are a great dessert choice for all those Christmas parties you have to go to! All in all, I’d say these Rolo Ritz Christmas Crackers are a winner. I foresee these making the holiday treat rotation year after year.” – Jessica


Christmas Chex Mix

“This Christmas Chex Mix recipe is sweet and salty, and easy to make. Keep the ingredients in your cabinet so you can make a batch for unexpected guests!” – Kat & Melinda


Peppermint Bark

“Peppermint Bark is sweet layers of dark and white chocolate topped with crushed peppermint candies and broken into pieces. EASY to make and no baking required!” – Sabrina


No-Bake Gingerbread Cheesecakes

“Oh Lordy, no-bake gingerbread cheesecakes. Where have you been all my life? At this rate, I’m thinking I should write a no-bake cheesecake cookbook because I can’t be stopped from making these cute little treats. And I also love that these are in individual sizes for portion control because me + cheesecake is not a good combination!” – Stephanie


Christmas Peppermint Patties

“You’re going to love this Easy Christmas Peppermint Patties recipe! Super easy to make, fantastically festive, and always a hit with kids and adults alike. These holiday treats are the perfect addition to cookie trays and make an excellent gift for teachers and friends!” – Trish


Rolo Pretzels

“Sometimes you just need an easy dessert without a lot of fanfare and dirty dishes. These Rolo pretzels can be made with a moment’s notice, the hardest part is waiting for them to cool after they’ve come out of the oven!” – Sara


No Bake Holiday Oreo Truffles

“These super easy Oreo Truffles only need 4 ingredients with no baking required! They can be made ahead of time and can even be frozen!” – Stephanie


Elf Hats

“Looking for easy holiday treats to make this Christmas season? Elf hats are a fun and easy holiday treat and perfect for kids to make or help mom or dad make.” – Donna


Grinch Popcorn

“Sweet and salty and delicious – this Grinch Popcorn will be popular with kids and adults alike at your How the Grinch Stole Christmas movie night.” – Laurie