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.

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    Oreo Mousse Cake

    3 reviews

    Oreo mousse cake is so simple to put together, but it tastes as decadent as fancy restaurant desserts. Have fun garnishing it as you like, using crushed or whole Oreos, additional whipped cream rosettes or chocolate shavings. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

    Apple Cake with Homemade Buttermilk Sauce

    This apple cake with buttermilk sauce recipe is super easy. Top with spiced apples, drizzle with the warm sauce and...


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    Sunny Citrus Cheesecake

    9 reviews

    This beautiful layered cheesecake takes a bit longer to make, but the end result is so worth it! Citrus seems...


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    Brown Sugar & Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake

    3 reviews

    Searching for a dessert superstar? This chocolate swirl cheesecake is the one that people ask for again and again. —Jeanne...


    Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake

    1 review

    After making some delicious dessert bars, I was determined to turn the recipe into a chocolate peppermint cheesecake. This festive...

    Mint Chocolate Cheesecake

    7 reviews

    I created this mint chocolate cheesecake for our high school's annual fundraiser. We were told that it brought a hefty...


    No-Bake Mango Strawberry Cheesecake

    5 reviews

    Cheesecake is my mom's favorite dessert. I made this especially for her on Mother's Day to thank her for being...

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    Yogurt-Ricotta Cheesecake

    3 reviews

    I have always liked Italian ricotta cheesecakes, but they have too much sugar for me. I made a light version,...


    Baby Swiss Appetizer Cheesecake

    1 review

    This beautiful cheesecake appetizer can be refrigerated up to 24 hours before serving, so it's the perfect make-ahead recipe for...


    Orange Cornmeal Cake

    1 review

    This cake bakes up tender and light with a subtle orange taste. It tastes rich but is comparatively low in...


    Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake

    75 reviews

    I said I’d take dessert to a holiday party so I tried this recipe. I’m sure you’ll agree it tastes...

    Chocolate Ginger Cake

    Indulge in a dark, decadent cake that showcases the flavors of the holiday season. I stir fresh ginger into the...


    Mango Almond Icebox Cake

    2 reviews

    This recipe was inspired by my friend who asked me to make a mango cake. It's easy to prepare, refreshing,...


    Berry-Topped Coffee Cake

    3 reviews

    This tasty, wholesome coffee cake is loaded with fresh berries. It's perfect for those with a sweet tooth. —Heather O'Neill,...


    3D Chocolate Cheesecake

    19 reviews

    This dark chocolate cheesecake is deep and decadent, earning it the right to be called "3D." This version always looks...


    Chocolate & Cardamom Coconut Tart

    1 review

    This holiday-worthy tart with a cardamom-scented crust is my nod to our family’s Scandinavian heritage. The filling is rich in...

    Grasshopper Cheesecake

    5 reviews

    What do you get when you combine a popular mint-chocolate drink with a cheesecake? Pure delight! Garnish the top with...


    Amaretto Ricotta Cheesecake

    1 review

    There's a good reason why a relative handed this cherished recipe down to me. It's a keeper! The amaretto and...


    Hazelnut Brownie Bombe

    I love making ice cream bombes—they look so elegant yet are incredibly simple to make. —Melissa Millwood, Lyman, South Carolina


    Blue Cheese Cheesecake

    1 review

    Whenever I set out this savory cheese spread, guests can't seem to stop eating it! —Niki Trapp, Cudahy, Wisconsin


    Sauerkraut Beef Buns

    6 reviews

    Our three boys always seemed to be hungry when they were growing up. These golden filled buns were sure to...


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    Strawberry Cheesecake

    18 reviews

    The creamy texture and lovely look of this strawberry cheesecake always get compliments. —L.C. Herschap, Luling, Texas


    Eggnog Cheesecake

    19 reviews

    I make good use of extra eggnog by creating this luscious cheesecake. A bit of rum extract adds a special...


    Bittersweet Chocolate Cheesecake

    2 reviews

    I'm a great-grandmother, and my whole family enjoys this dessert. I received this recipe from my niece. It's very chocolaty....


    Flourless Dark Chocolate Cake

    36 reviews

    Here’s a simple cake that’s rich, elegant and over-the-top chocolaty. For finishing touches, add powdered sugar, cocoa or liqueur-flavored whipped...

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    Mudslide Cheesecake

    7 reviews

    Change up cheesecakes with different liqueur flavorings. This “mudslide” version with coffee and Irish cream is my husband's favorite. —Sue...


    Red, White and Blue Cheesecake

    25 reviews

    I made this creamy cheesecake for a Fourth of July get-together with friends. Everyone raved about it, especially my friend's...


    Red, White & Blue Berry Trifle

    10 reviews

    This luscious trifle tastes best if made the day before serving. Keep additional berries on hand for decoration. —Kaia McShane,...


    Strawberry Ice Cream Dessert

    2 reviews

    This pretty, refreshing treat has been served many times at our church showers. We just love it.—Teresa Ryherd, Fairbank, Iowa


    Giant Peanut Butter Ice Cream Sandwich

    5 reviews

    I created this giant peanut butter cookie cake for my husband, adding light and low-fat products to the cookie dough....


    Cheesecake Layered Red Velvet Cake

    8 reviews

    I love both red velvet cake and cheesecake. So why not combine them into one stunning red velvet cheesecake recipe?...