Have a holly-jolly holiday season with festive peppermint desserts. Whether you’re looking for classic peppermint bark or brittle for gifting, candy cane-packed cookies for Santa, or an indulgent cake to finish off your holiday meal, you’ll find a new favorite seasonal treat in this collection of peppermint dessert recipes.
Milk Chocolate Peppermint Bark
Allrecipes / Qi Ai
This unique take on classic peppermint bark has two layers: milk chocolate on the bottom and white chocolate on top. Best of all, it only calls for four ingredients!
Peppermint Holiday Cookies
Allrecipes / Julia Hartbeck
“This is a new favorite peppermint cookie recipe and I made it exactly as posted!” —Travelingirl68
Dark Chocolate Peppermint Fudge
Ryan
“This fudge was a HUGE hit with my family,” raves reviewer Vanclaners. “They think it is the best I have ever made and since it is WAY easier than a traditional fudge recipe this one will be it from here on out!”
Chocolate Mint Candies Cookies
“These have been my children’s favorite cookie for 20 years! Everyone I bake them for loves them! I let the dough sit in the fridge overnight, measure out the next day and bake,” says Lisa. “I also use the Andie’s Candies chips rather than the wrapped pieces, less waste, but you don’t get the pretty green swirl.”
Peppermint Mocha Cookie Bars
Kim
“These fudgy peppermint mocha cookie bars are infused with peppermint and espresso flavors, making them reminiscent of a popular holiday-time drink,” says recipe creator Kim.
Peppermint Mocha Cookies
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These sweet treats are inspired by a coffeehouse favorite.
“A cookie that tastes like a holiday drink,” says recipe creator Watercat. “These are soft in the middle with a little crunch on top.”
Chocolate Peppermint Bark Cookies
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“A rich chocolate biscotti mixed with the flavor of peppermint,” says recipe creator SHORECOOK. “These are sized just like the ones you get in the coffee shop. When wrapped in cellophane bags, they are perfect for bake sales.”
Kisses Peppermint Brownie Drops
“Easy to bake, pretty, and tasty!” —Allrecipes member DotDot
5-Ingredient Peppermint Bark
“This layered peppermint bark is a delectable blend of semisweet chocolate, white chocolate, and peppermint,” says recipe creator Andrea. “Semi sweet, milk chocolate, or dark chocolate can be used.”
Granddad’s Peppermint Fudge
Ali Le Roy
“A peppermint take on a classic family fudge,” says recipe submitter Ali Le Roy.
Peppermint Meringues
You only need five ingredients (egg whites, salt, cream of tartar, sugar, and candy canes) for these impossibly light and airy treats. Use a combo of green and red candy canes for festive color.
Homemade Peppermint Patties
“I made these for Christmas and now I have to make them once a month,” says Becki. “Family is crazy about them”
Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle Cookies
“Absolutely love these. Very easy to make, delicious & look impressive. I used dark choc chips & an extra teaspoon of peppermint essence & they were perfect. Will definitely make again.” —CrispBeat9491
Christmas Rocky Road
“Give your rocky road a holiday twist with this white chocolate and peppermint version,” says recipe submitter Kim.
Peppermint Snowballs
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These soft cookies will look right at home on your holiday dessert table. Use a food processor to easily crush your peppermint candy for the dough.
Peppermint Pound Cake with Cream Cheese Peppermint Bark Frosting
“This is a wonderfully festive wintertime cake. It’s a tender and moist pound cake with the most subtle peppermint flavor. The cream cheese frosting glaze is rich-tasting and blends so well with the mint and cake.” —Allrecipes member Karen Rankin
Candy Cane Fudge
Allrecipes
Vanilla baking chips and a can of sweetened condensed milk make this fudge deliciously rich. Perfectly minty and festive, you’ll want to make it all season long.
Peppermint Cheesecake
Allrecipes/Karen Hibbard
“This peppermint cheesecake is delicious and great for the holidays. If you love cheesecake and love peppermint candy this will be perfect!” —Allrecipes member Mrs. Sarah
Chocolate-Peppermint Skillet Cookie
Who doesn’t love a skillet cookie? This egg-free recipe, topped with candy canes and a sugary glaze, is perfect for lazy holiday cookie bakers. No rolling or scooping required!
Peppermint Marshmallows
Stephanie Gallagher
Take your mug of hot chocolate up a notch with these peppermint-flavored marshmallows. Homemade marshmallows take some time to make but trust us, the extra work is worth it.
Candy Cane Cocoa
“The rich flavor of chocolate combines so well with peppermint,” says recipe creator Althea. “This is the perfect drink to sip while trimming the tree.”
Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake Bites
“Chocolate peppermint cheesecake bites have a crunchy chocolate cookie layer on bottom with delicious peppermint chocolate cheesecake and bits of crushed candy cane and chocolate swirls on top,” according to recipe creator Culinary Envy.
Cream Cheese Mints
“These seem to be everyone’s favorite holiday candy recipe. Could be the melt in your mouth texture, or perhaps the sweet peppermint taste. Could also be the fact that this is the easiest candy recipe around!” —Allrecipes member Diane
Chocolate-Peppermint Cake Donuts
“A delicious chocolate cake donut baked in the oven, covered with chocolate-peppermint frosting, and decorated with crushed peppermint candies.” —Allrecipes member Cambria_Mae
Peppermint White Russian
Peyton Beckwith
For a little dessert drink, try this peppermint-infused White Russian—a festive twist on the classic drink.