30 Holiday Recipes That Ooze Sophistication

The holidays are a time to celebrate in style, and these elegant recipes will make your table shine. From beautifully roasted mains and gourmet sides to decadent desserts, these dishes combine festive flavors with a touch of sophistication. Perfect for hosting or creating memorable family dinners!

Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham

This 3 ingredient brown sugar pineapple ham is the only ham recipe you’ll need this season. A twist on the classic, this ham is richly flavored, delicately tender, and oh-so-easy. Plus, it takes 5 minutes to prep!

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Penne Arrabbiata with Chili Crisp

This is the simplest but most delicious dinner you will ever make for your family. With only a few ingredients it is the ultimate in flavor and comfort. Arrabbiata means “angry” in Italian so you know this one is spicy!

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Grilled Turkey

This easy grilled turkey recipe is made with just 10 minutes of prep time and a few simple ingredients. The results are a perfectly juicy turkey every time!
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Puff Pastry Christmas Tree with Spinach

This pull-apart puff pastry Christmas tree with spinach will be your festive showstopper. It is rich, savory, cheesy, and utterly delicious, so add it to your holiday menu plan STAT!

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Roasted Beet & Butternut Squash Salad

Roasted beets and butternut squash are served over spicy arugula and topped with crunchy pepitas, creamy goat cheese, fresh herbs, and a simple balsamic vinaigrette. This beautiful salad is a simple gluten-free recipe packed with nutrition and flavor. Enjoy it for lunch, dinner, or as a colorful side dish for your fall and winter holiday meals.
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Apple Cider Mocktail

Simple as this apple cider mocktail is, it’s loaded with tons of flavor – apple, orange, lime, cinnamon, ginger; it’s just SO good.
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Crostini With Fig & Prosciutto

A quick and easy appetizer for your dinner guests to enjoy before any meal or holiday gathering. This crostini has a taste profile that is a little sweet, salty, and savory and so very TASTY! Only 10 minutes to prepare!
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Christmas Tree Oreos

Fall in love with these cutie pie Christmas tree Oreos. They’re the perfect midday or afternoon dessert for the holidays – or leave them for Santa with milk, for extra credit!
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Carrot Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

These carrot cupcakes with cream cheese frosting look like they’ve stepped right out of a bakery. Super similar to your favorite carrot cake, they are soft, fluffy, and perfectly spiced.

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Lemon Pan-Fried Potatoes With Chive Pesto

Lemon Pan-Fried Potatoes with Chive Pesto. The perfect side dish for the holidays. Vegan and gluten-free.
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Polenta Bites With Olive Tapenade

If you need a 30-minute vegan appetizer idea, Polenta Bites will do the trick. Polenta is fried until crispy and then topped with a tangy olive spread.
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Melon Proscuitto Bites

The salty-sweet flavor combination of these classic melon prosciutto bites is sensational. This elegant appetizer is always a crowdpleaser.
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Pecan Cheese Ball

This easy 20-minute pecan cheese ball is a great make-ahead (or last-minute) appetizer. The mild cheese is flavored with all your favorite spices and crunchy bacon bits.

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Warm Farro + Kale Salad With Orange-Miso Dressing

Warm Farro, Sweet Potato and Kale Salad with Orange Miso Dressing! You are going to love this nourishing vegan dish.
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Italian Struffoli

Homemade Italian struffoli is so good during the holidays. These fried dough balls with honey are sweet and tasty. Whether you know them as Christmas honey balls or fried cookies with honey glaze and sprinkles, they’re a wonderful addition to your festive menu. This is the best struffoli recipe!
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Cranberry Moscow Mule

A cranberry Moscow mule might just be the perfect drink for holiday entertaining. It’s easy, it’s festive, and of course, it’s straight up delicious. Add a cute sugared cranberry garnish, and BAM! You are impressing all over the place.
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Salted Butterscotch Fudge

This salted butterscotch fudge with pecans is a decadent treat that combines caramelized butterscotch flavor with toasted pecans. These give the fudge a delicious crunch!

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Tiramisu Brownies

If you love chocolate, especially brownie recipes, these Tiramisu Brownies are going to rock your world! They offer everything you love about brownies along
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Baked Brie With Cranberry Sauce

This warm Baked Brie with Cranberry Sauce is the perfect easy appetizer for any season. It’s just the right amount of tart and sweet!
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French Macarons

Macarons are the perfect bite-sized treat to make as gifts or serve for your guests. They look as delectable as they taste, and they are fun to bake, too! Whether you’re looking to throw a special event or elevate coffee time, macarons are a culinary challenge worth trying.
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Prosciutto Wrapped Pears With Manchego

The holidays are getting closer and it’s time to entertain! These Prosciutto Wrapped Pears with Manchego and Arugula are easy to make when last minutes guests arrive. They are two bites of sweet and savory heaven!
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Pot Roast With Red Wine

This slow cooker pot roast with red wine is a simple and delicious meal that is perfect for preparing in the morning and letting cook all day. When you return, the mouth-watering aroma that fills your home is just a bonus!
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Mini Pigs In A Blanket

When it comes to easy crowd-pleasers, my mini pigs in a blanket always steal the show! Tender cocktail sausages get bundled up in golden, flaky croissant dough.
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Festive Holiday Cranberry Margarita

A cranberry margarita makes a great Thanksgiving or Christmas cocktail. The yummy combination of silver tequila and triple sec, along with seasonal favourites like cranberries and edible fall flowers, results in a very festive cranberry drink that everyone will adore. Add this cranberry cocktail to your party drink list this holiday season.
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Roasted Butternut Squash, Black Bean And Quinoa Salad

This Roasted Butternut Squash, Black Bean And Quinoa Salad is one of the easiest, most flavorful fall salad recipes, full of nutrients and healthy ingredients. Served warm or cold, this delicious salad is also a great make-ahead lunch for work or back to school.
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Maple Bacon Pork Tenderloin

Looking for something unique for your Thanksgiving table? This Maple Bacon Pork Tenderloin is a smoky, flavorful dish that the family will love. Bacon makes everything better, right?
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Chicken Liver Parfait With Toasted Brioche

Chicken liver parfait is a timeless, retro appetizer that always remains in style. Its resurgence on trendy restaurant menus highlights its enduring appeal and rich, luxurious flavor.
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Chocolate Tart

Gluten free and full of chocolate flavor, this Chocolate Tart is perfect for holiday entertaining. Serve it with whipped cream and lots of pomegranate arils.
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Cranberry Curd Tart

This cranberry curd tart features a smooth sweet and tart cranberry curd filling inside a gluten-free oat and nut-based crust that results in a stunningly delicious and festive holiday dessert.
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Strawberry Yogurt Cake

This delicious strawberry yogurt cake comes together in a snap and combines sweet strawberries with the delicate tangy richness of Greek yogurt.
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