{"id":132471,"date":"2021-11-22T17:14:58","date_gmt":"2021-11-22T22:14:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/?p=132471"},"modified":"2025-07-11T14:59:55","modified_gmt":"2025-07-11T18:59:55","slug":"holiday-decor-crafts-and-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/holiday-decor-crafts-and-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"Holiday D\u00e9cor, Crafts, and Recipes \u2013 Home, Hearth and Holidays with BHGRE"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The holidays are right around the corner! Whether you\u2019re planning an intimate dinner or a festive party, you can find ideas for spectacular crafts, inspirational decor, and\u00a0recipes everyone will enjoy.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Holiday\u00a0D\u00e9cor\u00a0and\u00a0Crafts<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Hanukkah is the festival of lights, so create something that will illuminate any room. Take large glass vases, fill them with string or fairy lights, and place dreidels around the sides. It would also make a beautiful centerpiece.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-132641\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_Holidays02-1024x717.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_Holidays02-1024x717.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_Holidays02-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_Holidays02-768x538.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_Holidays02-1536x1075.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_Holidays02-2048x1434.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Have a magical feast and\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bhg.com\/holidays\/hanukkah\/indoor-decorating\/set-the-hanukkah-table\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">decorate the Hanukkah table<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">,\u202f<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">complete with beautiful centerpieces, napkin ideas, and decor in traditional blue and white\u2014perfect for any celebration.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Help this year&#8217;s celebration glow a little brighter and make a\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bhg.com\/holidays\/hanukkah\/concrete-menorah\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">modern marbled menorah<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fusing concrete and copper.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Pour blue gemstone vase fillers in the bottom half of different sized vases. Fill them up with water and then place floating candles on the top.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Discover <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bhg.com\/christmas\/garlands\/holiday-garland-ideas\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">festive DIY Christmas garland ideas\u00a0<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">for every room in your house.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-132631\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_Holidays0-1024x717.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_Holidays0-1024x717.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_Holidays0-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_Holidays0-768x538.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_Holidays0-1536x1075.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_Holidays0-2048x1434.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">These <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Christmas decorating ideas for small spaces\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">bring the merriment of the holiday season into even the tiniest corners, thanks to simple accents like miniature Christmas trees, homemade garlands,\u00a0and pretty place settings.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Spruce up your outdoor space to bring the merriment of the holidays to your home. There are plenty of\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/holiday-decor-outdoors\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">holiday outdoor d\u00e9cor ideas for a beautiful and cozy winter<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fto help you create a warm and welcoming beautiful scene.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Get your home ready for the Christmas season with these easy\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bhg.com\/search?q=snowflake+crafts\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">snowflake crafts<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">. From snowflake wreaths to simple gift tags, these crafts shine with holiday spirit.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Place cinnamon sticks around a candle and wrap a piece of burlap or twine around the sticks to keep them in place.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-132481\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays__-1024x717.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays__-1024x717.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays__-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays__-768x538.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays__-1536x1075.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays__-2048x1434.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dress up old Mason jars like jolly\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bhg.com\/christmas\/crafts\/gnome-cookie-jar\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">gnome cookie jars<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fto deliver the sweet gift of Christmas desserts or use them to liven up your kitchen.\u202f<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Make a memorable Kwanzaa tabletop decoration. Add a pop of color to the table by placing fruit in a basket to represent the beautiful harvest. Some things you can incorporate to add a mix of texture are straw mats, ears of corn, and of course, the Zawadi for the last night. Make beaded napkin rings using red, black, and green beads on a wire.\u202f\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-132501\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB-1024x717.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB-1024x717.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB-768x538.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB-1536x1075.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB-2048x1434.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Buy air-dry clay to shape and construct your very own kinara. Mold yellow or brown clay into a rectangle. Before it dries, use the bottom of a candle and push it into the clay so when it dries, you can pop the candles in easily.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Scrumptious\u00a0Holiday\u00a0Recipes<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Discover a variety of holiday <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/recipes-you-will-remember-home-hearth-and-holidays-with-bhgre\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">recipes you and your guests will remember<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\"> This <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bhg.com\/recipe\/matzo-ball-soup\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">matzo ball soup <\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">is a must!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Check out 14 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bhg.com\/holidays\/hanukkah\/recipes\/hanukkah-side-dish-recipes\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Hanukkah side dishes<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0that are unbelievably tasty and\u00a0will\u00a0make everyone challah.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\"> We guarantee this recipe will bring you a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/16073\/potato-latkes-i\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">latke<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0joy.\u00a0They are crispy,\u00a0classic and taste like happiness.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-132591\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB10-1024x717.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB10-1024x717.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB10-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB10-768x538.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB10-1536x1075.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB10-2048x1434.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2018Tis the season for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bhg.com\/christmas\/recipes\/25-minute-or-less-holiday-appetizers\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">easy Christmas appetizers<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0that are ready in 25 minutes or less.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Making a Caprese Christmas wreath is quick and easy to make, plus it looks incredible. Lay basil leaves in a ring to shape the wreath and place cherry tomatoes and fresh mozzarella balls on top of the leaves to look like ornaments. Before serving the dish, drizzle on extra virgin olive oil and top it off with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Your family may forget to leave room for dinner once they taste this <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/230999\/sweet-jalapeno-cornbread\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">jalapeno cornbread<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">The best <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/221044\/alanes-hanukkah-brisket\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Hanukkah brisket<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0will fall apart in your mouth.\u00a0It&#8217;s so yummy;\u00a0don\u2019t be surprised if they are no leftovers.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-132581\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB9-1024x717.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB9-1024x717.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB9-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB9-768x538.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB9-1536x1075.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB9-2048x1434.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Uncover tons of\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bhg.com\/recipes\/slow-cooker\/healthy\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">healthy slow cooker meals<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202ffrom chowders and casseroles to dips, wings, and pulled pork. There are many healthy options that you can try.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Marinating this chicken recipe overnight is what results in an incredibly flavorful <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bhg.com\/recipe\/jerk-chicken\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">jerk chicken<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Other gumbos take all day to cook, but this\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bhg.com\/recipe\/pressure-cooker-chicken-and-sausage-gumbo\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">pressure cooker chicken and sausage gumbo<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202ftakes only 30 minutes of prep and will be an absolute favorite at any festivity.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">A southern dish everyone will want more of; your friends and family will love this\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bhg.com\/recipe\/gluten-free-creole-style-shrimp-and-grits\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">gluten-free Creole-style shrimp and grits<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.\u202f<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\"> The perfect combination does exist. These\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/229691\/mashed-sweet-potatoes-with-marshmallows\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">mashed sweet potatoes with marshmallows<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fwill be a hit at any table.\u202f<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-132571\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB8-1024x717.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB8-1024x717.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB8-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB8-768x538.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB8-1536x1075.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB8-2048x1434.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Every holiday celebration needs a moist 5-star rated <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/219711\/cinnamon-apple-cake-aka-hanukkah-cake\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">cinnamon-apple cake<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/214651\/donut-muffins\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Donut <\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">knock it until you\u2019ve tried these donut muffins. They are mini muffins that taste just like cinnamon sugar doughnut holes with a beautiful touch of nutmeg.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Instead of assembling a gingerbread house, make gingerbread cookies and blow the roof off your party by placing the cookies around the sides of a cake as d\u00e9cor.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-132601\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB11-1024x717.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB11-1024x717.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB11-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB11-768x538.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB11-1536x1075.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/BHGRE-Home-Hearth-Holidays_HolidayB11-2048x1434.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Cookies are cool, but Santa gives two thumbs up to these <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bhg.com\/recipe\/christmas-cake-pops\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Christmas cake pops<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\"> A\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bhg.com\/recipe\/chocolate-berry-wreath-cake\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">chocolate-berry wreath cake<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fdraped in homemade chocolate frosting makes for a doubly delicious dessert recipe. This chocolate cake gets dressed up for the holidays with fresh berries placed to look like a festive wreath.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">This <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/19044\/easy-peach-cobbler\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">peach cobbler<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0will have your guests going for seconds\u2026 or thirds.\u00a0Don\u2019t forget to add a scoop of your favorite vanilla ice cream.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dreidel, Dreidel, Dreidel, I made it out of marshmallow. Take a chocolate kiss, dip the bottom into melted chocolate, and then press it onto one end of a marshmallow. Place it into the fridge for 10 minutes until it sets. Create the dreidel top by pressing a pretzel stick into the opposite end of the marshmallow. 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