Winter is the perfect time to enjoy some warm and comforting desserts. These dessert recipes are perfect for sharing with family and friends while there is chilly weather outside and you want to just get cozy in a blanket with a dessert bowl in hand. So, here are some delicious winter dessert recipes that will warm you up and satisfy your sweet tooth during the colder months. Happy baking!
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Well, life is short, have some dessert.
Now, everyone might not have the luxury of a dessert ATM, but you always have the option of making some from scratch.
In this blog, we bring to you more than 30 delicious winter dessert recipes to try while there is chilly weather outside and you want to just get cozy in a blanket with a dessert bowl in hand.
Read on.
1. Snowflake cupcakes
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Number of Ingredients: 7
Servings: 24
Winter means snow for many people around the globe. Therefore, our first dessert brings the snow inside to your dessert plate. Without making you cold of course. “Wink”
This is also an awesome choice in winter dessert for kids.
Try and enjoy.
2. Baked Peppermint Mocha Donuts
Image and Recipe by Bunsen Burner Bakery
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Number of Ingredients: 15
Servings: 12
Winters come with a lot of dates to celebrate, and celebration always calls for dessert. This is a recipe that you can very well serve at a holiday gathering but can also make as a comfort dessert whenever you want to.
After all, donuts do not have a season. Do they?
A fun winter dessert recipe with sprinkles and other party elements.
3. Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake
Image and Recipe by Bunsen Burner Bakery
Prep Time: 30 min
Cook time: 1 hour
Number of Ingredients: 14
Servings: 12
There are some easy winter fruit dessert recipes that you can include on your list as well. I have hardly met a person who does not like the flavor of cranberry.
To make this even better, the cake mixes the flavor of cranberry with orange. Heavenly flavors melt in your mouth while you relax in your cozy blanket.
4. Coconut Hot Chocolate
Image and Recipe by Peppers and Pennies
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When we are talking about cold outside, it is no surprise that we will have something like hot chocolate on the list. Amazing flavors of chocolate are comforting combined with milk and, for this particular recipe, also coconut.
Sit beside the fire and enjoy this amazing delicious drink.
5. Baked Eggnog Donuts
Image and Recipe by My Organized Chaos
Prep Time: 7 min
Cook time: 13 min
Number of Ingredients: 11
Servings: 1
Dessert for breakfast certainly sounds weird unless it is a donut companion for your morning coffee. Then it is just the best recipe.
The eggnog flavor in the donut is for people who enjoy the flavor of the drink but do not enjoy the drink.
6. Hot Chocolate Cheesecake
Image and Recipe by 4 Sons ‘R’ Us
Prep Time: 30 min
Cook time: 1 hour 5 min
Number of Ingredients: 14
Servings: 14
When you get bored with having hot chocolate as a drink, you can try the symphony of the hot chocolate flavor in a cheesecake.
Watch your creamy hot chocolate drink become even creamier in the form of a cheesecake. This is something you can even serve your guests and get full credit for an innovative recipe.
7. Lemon Pistachio Cheesecake Bars
Image and Recipe by Bake or Break
Prep Time: 25 min
Cook time: 1 hour
Number of Ingredients: 11
Servings: 24 (2-inch bars)
You will find a lot of dessert recipes on this list with the lemon flavor because it is an amazing flavor to add to your winter desserts.
There are many simple dessert recipes that can be elevated by adding the flavor of lemon.
To add crunch to this cheesecake bar recipe, pistachios are added.
Try the heavenly flavor and thank us later for introducing you to the recipe.
8. Sahlab (Middle Eastern Milk Pudding)
Image and Recipe by Chef Tariq
Prep Time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Number of Ingredients: 5
Servings: 8
This is a mid-eastern rendition of a winter dessert. Depending on what you want it to be like, it can be like a warm drink or a pudding, changing the consistency.
This recipe will provide you with much-needed warmth on a cold day.
It has the flavors of pistachio and cinnamon, sometimes added with rich flavors like rose or orange blossom.
This is some fancy dessert but is also equally tasty food.
9. Vegan Pumpkin Spice Icecream
Image and Recipe by Cafe Johnsonia
Prep Time: 12 hours
Number of Ingredients: 8
Servings: 1 Quart
This is our entry for the vegan winter dessert recipes. I know the majority of people don’t like the idea of ice cream in the colder months, but the flavors of pumpkin spice in this vegan preparation will surely provide you with the warmth needed.
And also, well some people are too adventurous to say no to ice cream even in the winter months. So cheers to the thrill-seekers on this one.
Also, proud to add that this recipe also features in our list of healthy winter desserts. So, enjoy without guilt.
10. Hot Cocoa Cake with Whipped Marshmallow
Image and Recipe by How Sweet Treats
Prep Time: 2 hours
Cook time: 35 min
Number of Ingredients: 20
Servings: 8
Talking about desserts and making no mention of cakes is a sin.
For winter dessert cake recipes, this recipe is the top contender. It has every comforting flavor of the winter months added with the addition of cocoa and, of course, the ever-lovely marshmallows.
11. Healthy Maple Banana Nut Muffins
Image and Recipe by Little Spice Jar
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Number of Ingredients: 11
Servings: 12
There is always some guilt associated with eating sugary desserts. It is a huge burden lifted if there is a healthy addition to the list of those desserts.
This recipe can be your breakfast or maybe a snack, depending on when you want to eat it.
This recipe can be enjoyed by fans of subtle sweetness in desserts.
12. Meyer Lemon Tart
Image and Recipe by Prevention RD
Prep Time: 1 hour
Cook time: 1 hour
Number of Ingredients: 12
Servings: 12
As we said, we have a lot of lemon flavor additions on this list; here is another one to claim the spot.
This is an easy recipe for a winter dessert and does not take much effort to prepare. This makes use of Meyer lemons which adds an extra tangy flavor to this tart.
13. Skillet Calamansi Bars
Prep Time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 hour
Number of Ingredients: 9
Skillet is a fast-growing convenience cooking utensil in the cooking industry for making easy and fast meals.
It has now found its way into the desserts as well.
You can try this amazing pastry idea as a dessert, and it is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
14. Cinnamon Cacao Vegan Hot Chocolate
Image and Recipe by Pickles-n-Honey
Prep Time: 0 min
Cook time: 5 min
Number of Ingredients: 8
Servings: 2
Aha! One more of the vegan winter dessert recipes. Gone are the days when people used to think that by turning vegan, you have to abandon all the delicious recipes in the world and eat boring food.
Thanks to the experimental chefs around the world who took the time to create vegan versions of some of the most popular recipes, like the hot chocolate in the frame here.
Did you know that the first recorded hot chocolate recipe dates back to 17th century Mexico, where it was served as a spicy, bitter drink?
15. Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Whoopie Pies
Image and Recipe by My Kitchen Craze
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Number of Ingredients: 14
Servings: 18
Pumpkins and all things related to pumpkins are undeniably coated with winter dust.
Baking and desserts are an inseparable pair.
There is too much pumpkin magic in these marshmallows and pumpkin flavor-filled cookie pies to not just give them a try.
16. Cookie Butter Pumpkin Pie
Image and Recipe by Busy in Brooklyn
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Number of Ingredients: 12
Servings: 1 Pie
Pumpkin pie!! Just not a traditional Thanksgiving dessert anymore.
While it certainly is a winter holiday dessert recipe, there is no reason you cannot make it your comfort dessert in the winter months.
Flavored with cookie butter, this is a dessert that will make you feel festive even with no holiday around.
17. Meyer Lemon Mug Cake
Prep Time: 2 min
Cook time: 1 min
Number of Ingredients: 10
Servings: 2
Isn’t a dessert always better when it is easy to make and takes you only 5 minutes to make? This is the reason that mug cakes are a thing.
This mug cake is flavored with Meyer lemon and is a sugar-free dessert recipe.
Kudos! Health freaks. This one is for you.
Quick and easy winter dessert recipe. Enjoy!!
18. Pumpkin Roll Cake
Image and Recipe by Life in the Lofthouse
Prep Time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Number of Ingredients: 16
Servings: 12
If you like to have a slice of cake with your morning coffee, this pumpkin roll cake is the one for you.
The deliciousness of a pumpkin roll made into cake results in the heavenly flavor party in your mouth when you taste it.
After all, your morning coffee needs a winter wonderland dessert recipe companion.
19. Rum Balls
Image and Recipe by Lovely Indeed
Prep Time: 20 min
Cook time: 0 min
Number of Ingredients: 8
This is definitely not the most filling dessert you will ever have but they sure do taste heavenly.
So, they have a seat at the table as an appetizer.
These rum balls, “Balls of Heaven” as they are called by booze-loving people, are easy to make but very hard not to fall in love with.
20. Lemon Almond Poppyseed Babka
Image and Recipe by Country Cleaver
Prep Time: 2 hours 30 min
Cook time: 45 min
Number of Ingredients: 10
Servings: 1 loaf
This is a warm, comforting treat flavored with warm spices to keep you cozy in the winter months.
The good part is that you can serve this as a party, too, and everyone is going to share the warmth with you at the party.
The bread has a filling of poppyseed, lemon, and almond. It not only looks amazing but tastes amazing too.
Baked winter dessert recipes make some of the most fun recipes.
21. Pumpkin Spice Donuts
Image and Recipe by Good Things Baking Co
Cook time: 1 hour 30 min
Number of Ingredients: 15
Servings: 12
We know as the winter months arrive, Starbucks is always out of pumpkin spice lattes, and you are the reason.
Yes, we know that you love the pumpkin spice flavor. So, why not experiment with different recipes to make the same? These pumpkin spice donuts are something made with the very same thought.
If you love pumpkin spice, you will love these donuts. Period.
22. Vegan, Gluten-Free Gingerbread Cookies
Image and Recipe by Desserts with Benefits
Prep Time: 45 min
Cook time: 12 min
Number of Ingredients: 13
Servings: 35
Winters are synonymous with holidays, and holiday seasons are hard on people with dietary restrictions and allergies. We acknowledge that and have brought you a vegan and gluten-free dessert recipe for gingerbread cookies.
You may also call it a healthy winter dessert recipe, and yeah, before we forget, it is also sugar-free.
Did you know that gingerbread has been a winter favorite since medieval times, believed to have warming properties during cold weather?
23. Mocha Hot Chocolate Bombs
Image and Recipe by Wishes and Dishes
Prep Time: 20 min
Number of Ingredients: 6
Servings: 3
Hot- chocolate bombs are the little bundles of joy for your hot milk cup. Is there a better recipe for happiness on a cold winter night?
And this one is not just hot chocolate but hot mocha chocolate to add the extra oomph of flavor.
24. Peppermint Mocha Rice Pudding
Image and Recipe by Healthy Delicious
Prep Time: 20 min
Cook time: 3 hours
Number of Ingredients: 11
Servings: 6
This is a dairy-free winter dessert recipe for rice pudding. Sounds a little impossible, but the recipe is exactly what it sounds like.
There is an extra added flavor of mocha and peppermint, and you can eat this warm on a chilly winter day or night.
Did you know that warm bread pudding, a classic winter dessert, dates back to the 11th century and was originally made as a way to use up stale bread?
25. Apple Fritter Bread
Image and Recipe by Averie Cooks
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Number of Ingredients: 15
Servings: 1 loaf
When we talk about flavored bread recipes, these are dessert recipes that do not require much thought and are easy to make in comparison to other desserts.
This recipe is flavored with apple and cinnamon. Flavored like apple fritters, yet not even deep-fried. Sounds like a win to us.
Did you know that adding a pinch of cinnamon to your winter desserts not only enhances flavor but also boosts your metabolism?
26. Orange Cardamom Muffins
Image and Recipe by Simply Scratch
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Number of Ingredients: 14
Servings: 12
In seasonal dessert recipes for winter, we found this gem of a muffin recipe flavored with orange zest and cardamom.
The perfect combination of fruit and winter spice to keep you warm and your palate happy.
27. Cranberry Orange Cake
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Number of Ingredients: 11
Servings: 12
In fruity dessert recipes for winter, we have found the most fruity one of them. With the power of cranberries and oranges, this cake is the perfect definition of delicious.
And when we add fruits, it also gives us the extra benefit of being healthier than other desserts.
Serve it as a winter dessert cake recipe on holiday or to yourself whenever you feel like making it.
28. Classic Pecan Pie
Image and Recipe by Jelly Toast Blog
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook time: 70 min
Number of Ingredients: 8
Servings: 8-10
This recipe is a contender for both old-fashioned winter dessert recipes and winter squash dessert recipes.
This is a slight twist to the classic American dessert generally served on holidays, but all in all is a great winter dessert recipe.
Pecan nuts are also traditionally only found in North America. Interesting, isn’t it?
Enjoy the flavor of this rare nut in this classic dessert.
29. Coconut Marshmallows
Image and Recipe by How Sweet Treats
Cook time: 4 hours
Number of Ingredients: 11
Servings: 12
Winters are certainly not winters if we do not stock up on marshmallows. We give little credit to these fluff balls but they are so very versatile to be used in so many dessert recipes.
This is not the healthiest recipe you will try, but it is certainly the most fun one as we combine the marshmallows with chocolate and coconut.
Heavenly meets heavenly and well, makes extra heavenly. Mmmm… give me some now.
30. Mexican Hot Chocolate Balls
Image and Recipe by Cakes Cottage
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook time: 2 hours
Number of Ingredients: 7
Servings: 20
This brings together the flavors of cinnamon and cocoa to make an interesting warm winter dessert ball.
These ingredients blend really well to make a creamy ball of deliciousness with amazing flavors.
Definitely a fun winter dessert recipe.
31. Mini Banana Pudding Parfaits
Image and Recipe by Pizzazzerie
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Number of Ingredients: 8
Ahem Ahem!! Fancy has entered the chat.
This is one of the fanciest desserts that you can make with bananas. Also, revamping the cute factor, these are mini desserts. All this screams beautiful but also tasty.
Light desserts for winter are here to stay, and this recipe is a winner.
FAQs
1. What are some popular winter dessert flavors?
Winter desserts often feature warm, cozy flavors like cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, vanilla, chocolate, peppermint, and citrus. These flavors complement the season’s festive mood and warming meals.
2. Can I make winter desserts in advance?
Yes! Many winter desserts like pies, cakes, cookies, and puddings can be made in advance. In fact, desserts like fruitcakes and gingerbread often taste better after sitting for a day or two. For best results, store them properly in airtight containers or freeze as needed.
3. What are some classic winter dessert recipes?
Classic winter desserts include:
- Apple pie or crumble
- Sticky toffee pudding
- Gingerbread cookies
- Hot chocolate cakes
- Pecan pie
- Bread pudding
- Yule log (Bûche de Noël)
4. What are some quick and easy winter dessert ideas?
If you’re short on time, try:
- Hot chocolate with whipped cream or marshmallows
- No-bake cheesecakes
- Quick bread puddings made from leftover bread
- Warm brownies or blondies
- Baked apples with cinnamon and sugar
5. Can I make winter desserts healthier?
Yes, you can make healthier versions by using alternatives like whole wheat flour, reducing sugar, or using natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup. You can also opt for healthier fats like coconut oil instead of butter or swap cream with Greek yogurt.
Since desserts are very filling in small portions, they give the body warmth for longer time periods and hence are the perfect choice for a winter snack or after-meal addition.
There are so many different desserts all around the world, and it is hard to find all of them on your own.
So, here is our little help for you. A collection of winter desserts all around the world, easily available on your screen.
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