RecipesChocolate-Dipped Strawberry Meringue Roses Eat these pretty treats as is or crush them into a bowl of strawberries and whipped cream. Readers of my blog, utry.it, went nuts when I posted that idea.—Amy Tong, Anaheim, California
RecipesHazelnut Macarons You don’t have to be an expert in French cooking to whip up these sandwich cookies. The crisp, chewy macarons require attention to detail, but they’re not hard to make—and they’re simply a delight, both for personal snacking and giving as gifts! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
RecipesPeanut Butter & Jelly Cupcakes My husband’s love for classic peanut butter and jelly inspired this recipe. The strawberry buttercream and peanut butter frosting are a delicious combination. —Kelly McCrea, North Kingsville, Ohio
RecipesCreamy Layered Blueberry Ice Pops These delicious ice pops can also be made with raspberries or blackberries. The rosemary sprig and lemon zest bring another layer of flavor. The pops are quick, easy, kid-friendly and freezable. —Gloria Bradley, Naperville, Illinois
RecipesPeanut Butter and Jelly Doughnuts A classic jelly doughnut gets a fun twist with peanut butter glaze. No one will be able to resist these fluffy peanut butter and jelly doughnuts that take you back to your childhood. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
RecipesChocolate Peanut Butter Candy With only three ingredients, these chocolate-swirl treats take just moments to whip up! If you have little ones visiting for the holidays, have them help you with the stirring. —Holly Demers, Abbotsford, British Columbia
RecipesCoffee Bean Bark Chopped coffee beans add a yummy crunch to this pretty two-toned bark. Coffee lovers won’t be able to resist pieces of the chocolaty candy treat. —Anne Addesso, Sheboygan, Wisconsin
RecipesCandy Pizza Heart I found this recipe in an old cookbook and changed a few ingredients to suit my family’s taste. My children really enjoy this candy pizza. Get the kids to help you spread the toppings. —Becky Thesman, Enid, Oklahoma
RecipesNut Fruit Bark Here’s a sophisticated version of fruit bark. Dark chocolate turns into a rich mocha flavor with the espresso powder. If you’re a fan of sweet-salty tidbits, make sure to use the sea salt. —Thomas Faglon, Somerset, New Jersey
RecipesVanilla Meringue Cookies These sweet little swirls are light as can be. They’re all you need after a big, special dinner. —Jenni Sharp, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
RecipesBanana Split Icebox Cake A friend showed me how to make a traditional icebox cake with just cream and graham crackers. I make it special by adding fruit. —Shelly Flye, Albion, Maine
RecipesButterscotch-Rum Raisin Treats I love making rum raisin rice pudding around the holidays. Those flavors inspired this recipe. Crispy rice cereal adds crunch, but nuts, toasted coconut or candied pineapple could do the job, too. —Crystal Schlueter, Northglenn, Colorado