17+ Holiday Vegetables Recipe Ignite Your Passion For Cooking!
Published on: Mar 6, 2024
The holiday season is upon us, and it's the perfect time to gather with loved ones and share a delicious meal together. While traditional holiday dishes may vary from family to family, one thing that always makes an appearance on the table is a variety of delicious holiday vegetables. These colorful and flavorful dishes not only add a pop of color to your spread, but they also offer a healthy and nutritious addition to your holiday feast. In this article, we will share with you some of our favorite holiday vegetable recipes that are sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds.
Looking for a festive and delicious dessert to add to your holiday spread? Look no further than these mouth-watering holiday butter cookies! Made with butter, sugar, flour, and a touch of vanilla extract, these cookies are simple to make and will surely be a hit with your friends and family. The best part? You can decorate them to match any holiday theme with festive sprinkles and icing.
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Easy No Bake Holiday Oreo Cookie Balls #oreocookieballs
Main Ingredients: Cream Cheese, Oreo Cookies, Chocolate Morsels
Need a quick and easy treat to bring to your holiday party? These no-bake holiday Oreo cookie balls are the perfect solution. Made with crushed Oreos, cream cheese, and melted white chocolate, these bite-sized treats are sure to be a hit. Plus, you can get creative with the toppings and add festive sprinkles or crushed candy canes for an extra touch of holiday cheer.
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Chocolate Holiday Pretzel Candies
Main Ingredients: Candy, Waffle, Candies, Hershey S Kisses
If you're a fan of sweet and salty treats, these chocolate holiday pretzel candies are the perfect holiday dessert for you. Made with salty pretzels, creamy peanut butter, and rich chocolate, these candies are easy to make and will satisfy all of your holiday cravings. Plus, they make great gifts for friends and family – if you can resist eating them all yourself!
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Frosted Holiday Cookie Cups
Main Ingredients: Refrigerated Cookie Dough, Vanilla Frosting, Nestle
Looking for a unique and delicious twist on traditional sugar cookies? These frosted holiday cookie cups are just the thing. Made with a soft and chewy sugar cookie base and topped with rich cream cheese frosting, these cookie cups are sure to be a hit with your holiday guests. And the best part? They are so easy to make, you'll wonder why you ever bothered with traditional cookies.
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No Bake Holiday Oreo Truffles
Main Ingredients: Oreos, Cream Cheese, Baking Chocolate, Green Food
If you're a fan of Oreo cookies (who isn't?), you'll love these no-bake holiday Oreo truffles. Made with Oreo crumbs, cream cheese, and dipped in melted chocolate, these truffles are a decadent and indulgent holiday treat. And with no baking required, you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the festivities.
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Holiday Funfetti® Mini Cookie Cups
Main Ingredients: Cake Mix, Melted Butter, Frosting, Peppermint, M M
Funfetti® cake mix isn't just for birthdays – it's also perfect for adding a pop of color and flavor to your holiday desserts. These holiday Funfetti® mini cookie cups are a fun and festive way to incorporate this classic cake mix into your holiday baking. Made with Funfetti® cake mix, butter, and eggs, these cookie cups are easy to make and even easier to eat!
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Holiday Herbed Pita Chips & a Festive Cheese Spread
Main Ingredients: Holiday Chips, Crostini, Pita Bread, Melted Butter
Looking for a savory holiday appetizer to balance out all of the sweet treats? These holiday herbed pita chips and festive cheese spread are the perfect solution. Made with pita bread, herbs, and a delicious cheese spread, these chips are a delicious and unique addition to your holiday menu. Plus, they're so easy to make, you'll have plenty of time to enjoy the party.
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Holiday Brownie Cookie
Main Ingredients: Brownie Mix, Vanilla Frosting, All Purpose Flour
Can't decide between brownies and cookies? With these holiday brownie cookies, you can have the best of both worlds. Made with fudgy brownie mix and chocolate chip cookie dough, these cookies are the ultimate indulgence for chocolate lovers. And with festive sprinkles on top, they're the perfect addition to your holiday dessert table.
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Funfetti Holiday Sugar Cookie Bars
Main Ingredients: Batter, Butter, Sugar, Eggs, Vanilla, Flour, Salt
Sugar cookies are a staple of holiday baking, and these Funfetti holiday sugar cookie bars are a fun and festive twist on the classic recipe. Made with Funfetti cake mix, butter, and eggs, these bars are easy to make and packed with delicious flavor. Plus, they're perfect for decorating with colorful icing and sprinkles.
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Holiday Snowflake M&M® Cookies
Main Ingredients: Cake Mix, Frozen Whipped Topping, Butter, Egg, Powdered
Add some holiday cheer to your cookie jar with these holiday snowflake M&M® cookies. Made with sugar cookie mix, butter, and festive M&M® candies, these cookies are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. And with a touch of peppermint extract, they have a delicious and refreshing flavor that's perfect for the holiday season.
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Holiday Puppy Chow
Main Ingredients: Rice, Cereal, Frosting, Powdered Sugar
If you're in need of a last-minute holiday treat, look no further than this holiday puppy chow. Made with Chex cereal, peanut butter, and melted chocolate, this sweet and crunchy snack comes together in just minutes. And with a dusting of powdered sugar and festive sprinkles, it's perfect for any holiday gathering.
Looking for a classic holiday cookie recipe? These holiday Danish butter cookies are a must-try. Made with butter, sugar, and almond extract, these cookies have a deliciously rich and buttery flavor that will remind you of the traditional Danish butter cookies in the iconic blue tin. And with festive holiday shapes, they're perfect for any holiday celebration.
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Holiday OREO Cookie Pops
Main Ingredients: Oreo Cookies, Semi Sweet Baking Chocolate, Oil
Put a fun and festive twist on classic Oreo cookies with these holiday OREO cookie pops. Made with Oreo cookies, cream cheese, and dipped in melted chocolate, these pops are a fun and delicious treat for kids and adults. Plus, they're perfect for decorating with holiday-themed sprinkles or icing.
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White Peppermint Holiday Biscotti
Main Ingredients: Cake Mix, All Purpose Flour, Canola Oil, Eggs
Biscotti is a classic holiday treat, and this white peppermint holiday biscotti is a delicious and festive version that's perfect for gifting or enjoying with a hot cup of coffee or tea. Made with white chocolate, peppermint extract, and crushed candy canes, these biscotti have a deliciously sweet and minty flavor that's perfect for the holiday season.
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Mini Holiday Hot Chocolate Cakes
Main Ingredients: Milk, Chocolate, Cake Mix, Eggs, Vegetable Oil
Hot chocolate is a staple of the holiday season, and these mini holiday hot chocolate cakes are a fun and creative way to enjoy this classic drink in dessert form. Made with hot cocoa mix, flour, and eggs, these mini cakes are moist, rich, and topped with fluffy marshmallow frosting. And with a dusting of cocoa powder and a candy cane on top, they're the perfect holiday treat.
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Chocolate Spoons With Holiday Sprinkles For Christmas...
Main Ingredients: Chocolate Chips, Sprinkles
Looking for a fun and unique holiday gift or party favor? These chocolate spoons with holiday sprinkles are the perfect solution. Made with melted chocolate, festive sprinkles, and plastic spoons, these edible spoons are perfect for stirring into hot cocoa or coffee for a delicious and festive treat.
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M&M, Hugs, and Kisses Holiday Pretzels
Main Ingredients: Pretzels, M M, Candy Cane
If you're in need of a quick and easy holiday treat, these M&M, hugs, and kisses holiday pretzels are the perfect solution. Made with pretzels, Hershey's hugs and kisses, and festive M&M candies, these sweet and salty treats come together in just minutes and are perfect for snacking on while wrapping presents or watching holiday movies.
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Holiday Present Piñata Cake
Main Ingredients: Cake Mix, Frosting, Water, Vegetable Oil, Eggs
Add some fun to your holiday gathering with this holiday present piñata cake. Made with layers of cake, frosting, and hidden candy, this cake is not only delicious but also a fun and interactive dessert. And with a festive present design on the outside, it's sure to be a showstopper at any holiday party.
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Holiday Honeycrisp Salad
Main Ingredients: Virgin Olive Oil, Apple Cider Vinegar, Unsweetened
Need a break from all of the holiday sweets? This holiday honeycrisp salad is a refreshing and healthy option that's perfect for any holiday meal. Made with honeycrisp apples, dried cranberries, and a tangy vinaigrette dressing, this salad is bursting with delicious flavors and is a great way to balance out the indulgent holiday dishes.
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Holiday Peanut Butter Filled Pretzels
Main Ingredients: Candy, Vanilla, Peanut Butter, Pretzels, Sprinkles
Love the combination of sweet and salty? These holiday peanut butter filled pretzels are the perfect holiday treat for you. Made with pretzels, peanut butter, and dipped in melted chocolate, these bite-sized snacks are easy to make and addictive to eat. Plus, they make great gifts for friends and family – if you can resist eating them all yourself!
Roasted Root Vegetables
Ingredients:
1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 lb turnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 lb rutabaga, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 lb parsnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 lb sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 400°F.
In a large bowl, mix together the carrots, turnips, rutabaga, parsnips, and sweet potatoes.
Add in the olive oil, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper and toss to coat all the vegetables evenly.
Spread the vegetables onto a baking sheet in a single layer.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and golden brown.
Serve hot and enjoy!
This colorful and flavorful dish is not only easy to make, but it's also a great way to incorporate a variety of holiday vegetables into your meal. The combination of earthy root vegetables with fragrant herbs makes for a delicious and nutritious side dish that pairs well with any main course.
Green Bean Casserole
Ingredients:
1 lb green beans, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion, chopped
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cups French fried onions
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F.
In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add in the green beans. Cook for 5 minutes, then drain and set aside.
In a separate pan, melt the butter over medium heat and add in the onion. Cook until the onion is soft and translucent.
Add in the cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir to combine and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the cooked green beans and transfer the mixture to a casserole dish.
Sprinkle the French fried onions on top of the casserole.
Bake for 25 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly.
Serve and enjoy!
This classic holiday vegetable dish is a staple in many households during the holiday season. The combination of tender green beans, creamy mushroom sauce, and crispy onions make for a delicious and comforting side dish that will have everyone at the table asking for seconds.
These holiday vegetable recipes are just a few of the many delicious and nutritious dishes you can incorporate into your holiday feast. Get creative and experiment with different vegetables and flavors to create a colorful and flavorful spread that will impress your guests and leave them feeling satisfied. Happy cooking and happy holidays!
