12 Bite-Sized Christmas Desserts That Are Perfect for the Holidays

1. Mini S'mores Cookie Cups

Think s'mores are just for summer? Think again! These easy-to-make mini treats are a perfect addition to any Christmas dessert spread. Just be sure to snap a photo—they vanish fast.

2. Chocolate Peppermint Shortbread Cookies

These mini treats are essentially chocolate-dipped shortbread cookies reimagined as elegant little bites. But with the classic pairing of chocolate and peppermint, they’re always a hit at any Christmas dessert table.

3. Dark Chocolate Truffles

This dessert recipe offers seven variations in one! Along with the basic instructions for dark chocolate truffles, you'll find six inventive takes: peanut butter and jelly, Earl Grey, maple pecan, cardamom coconut, lavender raspberry, and sesame. Choose one to match your guests’ tastes, or try them all for a variety of flavors.

4. Cannoli Cookie Cups

These delightful cookie cups put a fun spin on the traditional Italian cannoli. Using chocolate chip cookie dough as a base, they’re filled with sweet and tangy ricotta cheese and topped with pistachios and mini chocolate chips. Skip the frying and enjoy the delicious flavors of a cannoli in this festive treat.

5. Chocolate Banana Bites

Is it possible for a Christmas dessert to be both indulgent and somewhat healthy? This three-ingredient treat proves it’s entirely doable. It pairs your preferred nut butter with frozen banana slices, then coats them in rich dark chocolate.

6. Mini Pumpkin Pies With Speculoos Crust and Whipped Cream

For those of us who haven’t quite had enough pumpkin pie by Christmas, this dessert is a perfect choice. It features a speculoos cookie crust with a classic pumpkin pie filling, topped with homemade whipped cream and crystallized ginger. The twist? They're baked in a muffin pan, giving each person their very own mini pie.

7. Dark Chocolate Coconut Tartlets

Using a mini-muffin pan, you can create these delightful mini-tarts featuring a crust made from shredded coconut. The no-bake filling combines melted chocolate, cashew butter, cocoa, and maple syrup, offering a rich and indulgent flavor. Prepare them a day in advance if you can resist sneaking a bite before serving them to guests.

8. Marshmallow and Chocolate Shortbread Slices - A delightful blend of soft marshmallows and rich chocolate layered on a buttery shortbread base.

This dessert captures the essence of a candy bar in a homemade treat. With a crunchy cookie base, a jammy spread, marshmallow filling, chocolate coating, and a nutty topping, it’s just like a candy bar without the wrapper. For a fun-sized version, cut them into bite-sized squares instead of slices.

9. Puff Pastry Cinnamon Rolls - A delicious combination of warm cinnamon and flaky pastry, these cinnamon rolls are a quick and easy treat.

These mini cinnamon rolls are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or brunch. With a puff pastry shortcut, there’s no need for rising, proofing, or kneading, and they come together in just 30 minutes. A smooth vanilla glaze makes these little pastries taste just like those from the bakery.

10. Sweet Tahini and Date Truffles - These decadent chocolate-covered truffles, made with only six ingredients, come together in under an hour. Perfect for a holiday celebration or a cozy night in, the combination of dates, tahini, and almond flour wrapped in rich melted chocolate and finished with a touch of flaky salt is simply irresistible.

With just six simple ingredients, you can enjoy these indulgent fruity truffles. Perfect for any occasion, whether it's a festive gathering or a quiet night at home. Dates, tahini, and almond flour are enveloped in melted chocolate and topped with a sprinkle of flaky salt.

11. Chai-Flavored Snowball Cookies - A delightful twist on the classic snowball cookie, infused with warming chai spices for an extra layer of flavor.

Craving a white Christmas? Bring your marshmallow fantasies to life with these delicate mini snowball cookies. Not only do they look stunning, but they also taste as incredible as they appear. These buttery, two-bite treats are packed with the bold, comforting flavor of chai.

12. Pistachio and White Chocolate Cookie Bark - A luxurious combination of pistachios and creamy white chocolate, this bark is an elegant and simple treat to make.

This recipe features pistachio cookies enveloped in melted white chocolate, with a hint of citrus for a delightful flavor fusion. Break the bark into bite-sized pieces for a fun, easy-to-serve dessert. For a perfectly crisp texture, spread the dough thinly across a cookie sheet before baking.