Bring the magic of the holidays to your kitchen with these 14 Easy and Festive Peppermint Christmas Desserts! Peppermint is a classic holiday flavor that adds a cool, refreshing twist to all your favorite sweet treats. Whether you’re baking for a family gathering, a cookie exchange, or just enjoying the season at home, these easy peppermint desserts are perfect for spreading cheer.
From rich peppermint brownies and fluffy cupcakes topped with crushed candy canes to no-bake peppermint cheesecake and classic peppermint bark, these recipes offer a mix of traditional and creative options. Each dessert is packed with festive flavor and beautifully decorated to fit the season — think snowy whites, candy cane stripes, and sparkling sprinkles.
These peppermint delights aren’t just delicious — they’re also simple to make. Most recipes use everyday ingredients and require minimal prep time, making them ideal for busy holiday schedules. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned baker, you’ll love how easy it is to whip up something impressive and festive.
These peppermint desserts also make charming homemade gifts. Package peppermint fudge or dipped pretzels in holiday tins or treat bags for a thoughtful, budget-friendly surprise that’s sure to please.
Perfect for Christmas parties, school events, or cozy nights in, these 14 Easy and Festive Peppermint Christmas Desserts will quickly become holiday favorites in your home. They’re fun to make with kids, great for last-minute gatherings, and guaranteed to bring a touch of winter magic to your dessert table.
So turn up the Christmas tunes, grab the candy canes, and get ready to bake up a batch of sweet holiday joy with these peppermint-packed treats that taste just like Christmas!
Chocolate Peppermint Log
This cake log is perfect for the holidays because you can make it when you have time, store it in the freezer and scratch dessert off of your to-do list.
Peppermint Brownies
No one will ever be able to guess that these rich and decadent brownies came from a boxed mix.They’re a festive addition to any cookie tray or holiday dessert table!
Holiday Peppermint Cake
Dazzle your friends and family with this simple and delicious holiday peppermint cake! It just may become a holiday tradition!
 Chocolate Peppermint Cookie Cups
These Chocolate Peppermint Cookie Cups are the perfect make-ahead treat for the holidays. Dark chocolate cookies filled with a whipped peppermint cheesecake and topped with crushed candy canes!
 Peppermint Bark Fudge
An easy no-bake fudge that can be made with condensed milk and without a candy thermometer. An easy, few-ingredient recipe that makes a great edible Christmas gift.
White Chocolate Peppermint Fudge
This White Chocolate Peppermint Fudge is a decadent, but easy, fudge recipe perfect for the Winter season. It also makes a great gift idea!
Peppermint Hot Chocolate Cookies
Peppermint Hot Chocolate Cookies are the perfect festive holiday treat!
Not to mention they’re a chocolate lovers dream! Chocolate cookies are layered with a sweet vanilla marshmallow, chocolate icing, and crushed peppermint candies.
Practically Perfect Peppermint Fudge
Just a handful of ingredients and five minutes are all you need to make this pretty and festive fudge!
Chocolate Peppermint Biscotti
This Chocolate Peppermint Biscotti is the perfect cookie for dunking in coffee or milk. These crunchy, festive cookies also make beautiful Christmas gifts!
Peppermint Mocha Cheesecake Dip
Peppermint mocha cheesecake dip is the easiest way to make cheesecake desserts, and the peppermint mocha flavor makes this the perfect holiday dip recipe.
Chocolate Peppermint Wafers
These no bake Chocolate Peppermint Wafers are an easy treat to make and share with friends at all your holiday parties.
Loaded Dark Chocolate Peppermint Brownies
These brownies are rich, fudgy, and loaded up with Oreo pieces, pretzels, and crushed candy canes for a sweet, salty, and minty spin on brownies.Â
 Peppermint Fudge No Bake Energy Bites
You’ll love this fun holiday spin on healthy no bake energy bites!
These bites taste amazing and are the perfect healthy holiday treat.
Peppermint Fudge No Bake Energy Bites
You’ll love this fun holiday spin on healthy no bake energy bites!
These bites taste amazing and are the perfect healthy holiday treat.
