If you’re a big fan of Easy Peppermint Desserts, then Christmas hits a little harder for you. It’s like the Super Bowl for us. That’s why I was excited to make this list. It’s a collection of cool, peppermint deliciousness often paired with chocolate for the only flavor combination that matters during the holiday season.
But the best part is that these peppermint desserts are easy to make. Our peppermint fudge has just 5 ingredients, and our chocolate peppermint pretzels have just 3. I told you. Super easy, but so, so satisfying.
Looking for more fun Christmas ideas? Check these out:
Easy Peppermint Fudge
I started off this list with our easy peppermint fudge recipe, aka, the best peppermint dessert I’ve ever had. The 5 ingredient treat is perfect for gift giving or just having around at the holidays.
Chocolate Peppermint Rice Krispie Treats
These chocolate peppermint rice krispie treats look just as good as they taste. They start just like our chocolate rice krispie treats but get a peppermint extract upgrade, a drizzle of white chocolate drizzle, and a sprinkle of crushed candy canes.
Brownies with Peppermint Frosting
Chocolate peppermint brownies are one of the easiest Christmas recipes you’ll make. All you need is a box of brownie mix, peppermint frosting, and crushed candy canes. So good and so simple.
Chocolate Peppermint Pretzels
Looking for an elegant food gift for this holiday season? These chocolate peppermint pretzels are your answer. Pretzel twists get dipped in chocolate, drizzled with white chocolate, then sprinkled with flecks of crushed candy cane.
Chocolate Cupcakes with Peppermint Frosting
These chocolate cupcakes with peppermint frosting prove that you don’t have to start from scratch to make something elegant and memorable. Cake mix cupcakes get dressed up with peppermint frosting and peppermint pieces to become a holiday favorite in your household.
Peppermint Buttercream Frosting
This peppermint buttercream frosting can turn your ordinary treats into Christmas miracles. Put it on your cakes, cookies, brownies, and more.
Chocolate Peppermint Whoopie Pies
Just imagine biting into one of these heavenly chocolate peppermint whoopie pies. You have soft chocolate sandwich cookies filled with a peppermint buttercream and rolled in crushed candy canes. What a great way to spend 30 minutes!
White Chocolate Peppermint Blondies
With a red swirl, white chocolate drizzle, and sprinkles, these white chocolate peppermint blondies from Three Olives Branch are just as festive as they are delicious. Takes just 5 minutes to prep and 25 minutes to bake.
Peppermint Cookies
With these 14 minute peppermint cookies from My Rad Kitchen, you’ll be thinking, “at least I didn’t have to spend all day in the kitchen.” The soft and buttery treat is full of common ingredients and takes just minutes to prep for a fun and festive dessert.
Peppermint Cheesecake Dip
This peppermint cheesecake dip is so fun that you’ll be coming up with all kinds of things to dip in it. I’ll give you some ideas: Oreos, wafer cookies, lady fingers, gingerbread cookies, pretzels, animal crackers, etc.
Instant Pot White Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake
Okay, so let me know how delicious this Instant Pot white chocolate peppermint cheesecake from Simply Happy Foodie sounds. A creamy cheesecake with chocolate and peppermint on top of a irresistibly crunchy chocolate sandwich cookie crust. Yeah, I’m ready to make it too.
Chocolate Peppermint Creams
Yeah, I know these chocolate peppermint creams from Rachel Phipps look almost intimidating. But the after dinner treat contains just 5 ingredients including egg whites, dark chocolate, and candy canes. Perfect for gifting to neighbors and friends.
Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle Cookies
These chocolate peppermint crinkle cookies from Combine Good Flavors are a classic Christmas treat that belongs on your tray. The dough is a paradise of deep festive flavor with ingredients like dark chocolate, Dutch cocoa powder, and peppermint syrup. Then before baking, roll them in powdered sugar for that crinkle finish.
Peppermint Sugar Cookie Bars
These peppermint sugar cookie bars from Semi Homemade Kitchen take your basic sugar cookie and dresses them up with crushed candy canes and a creamy and cooling peppermint frosting. They’re chewy, festive, and more convenient than individual Christmas cookies.
Andes Mint Chocolate Cookies
When you take a bite of these Andes Mint Chocolate Cookies, don’t be surprised if you Chew Out Loud. With peppermint extract, Andes mint chocolate chips, and mini chocolate chips, they’re loaded with that chocolate-mint goodness we crave.
Chocolate Peppermint Bark Cupcakes
One batch of these chocolate peppermint bark cupcakes makes a dozen, takes 10 minutes to prep, and only 20 minutes to bake. The result is a holiday mini cake loaded up with that chocolate peppermint flavor the season is known for.
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