Pressed Speculaas on a bed of powdered sugar.

Pressed Speculaas

Speculaas cookies are a holiday staple hailing from the Netherlands and Belgium. It's tradition that on the eve of St. Nicholas Day, children place...
Pfeffernusse on green surface piled into a bowl and scattered on a plate.

Pfeffernusse

Pfeffernusse, or "peppernuts," are little balls of holiday cheer that originated in Germany. It's believed their name comes from the whole spices that are...

Honey-Fig Bars

These Honey-Fig Bars, featuring dried figs and golden raisins from Valley Fig, are a perfect fusion of wholesome ingredients, offering a tasty and nutritious...
marzipan thumbprint cookies with sparkling sugars on dark surface.

Marzipan Thumbprint Cookies

Comprised of a combination of almond flour and sugar, marzipan can be used to make many different kinds of treats, like these simple but...
Cranberry-Orange Cake

Cranberry-Orange Cake

Bring a little winter wonderland to your holiday dessert table! Accented with tart, ruby-red cranberries and fresh, sweet orange, our rich, buttery Cranberry-Orange Cake...
Cherry crème fraîche cookies spread out overhead on parchment

Cherry Crème Fraîche Cookies

"This year I'm ushering in my holiday baking with this divine recipe. It melds together a few of my favorite things: tart dried cherries,...
Linzer torte overhead angle on marble surface.

Baking School In-Depth: Linzer Torte

The Austrian Linzer torte is a traditional holiday dessert featuring two layers of tender hazelnut- and almond-enhanced dough—one layer serving as the torte’s base and...
cranberry jam pecan bars stacked on dark surface.

Cranberry Jam Pecan Bars

Quick homemade fruit jam and buttery streusel take these not-too-sweet Cranberry Jam Pecan Bars over the top. Cranberry Jam Pecan Bars Makes about 24 bars Crust:2½ cups...
pistachio-raspberry macarons stacked on white surface.

Pistachio-Raspberry Macarons

Known for their crisp exterior that gives way to a chewy middle, these elegant Pistachio-Raspberry Macarons are best paired with a glass of your...
chai spice cookies with vanilla frosting topped with cinnamon on wire rack.

Chai Spice Cookies with Vanilla Frosting

Spice up the season with these shareable Chai Spice Cookies with Vanilla Frosting! Each cookie is flecked with aromatic spices, including a touch of...