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Keep Christmas Easy With These 19 Simple, Delicious Recipes

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Holiday cooking doesn’t have to be complicated to impress. These recipes keep things simple while delivering big on flavor, so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the season. From effortless mains to festive desserts, there’s something here for every part of your celebration. They’re easy to make, easy to share, and perfect for keeping the holiday stress-free. Get ready to keep things delicious without overthinking it.

Smoked Salmon Dip

Smoked salmon dip in a bowl with crackers and veggies for dipping.

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Smoked Salmon Dip. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Creamy and rich, this smoked salmon dip is quick to make and pairs perfectly with crackers or fresh veggies. It’s an easy appetizer for Christmas gatherings.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Salmon Dip

Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers

Bacon wrapped jalapenos on a white plate.
Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Spicy jalapeños stuffed with cheese and coated for a crispy finish are easy to prepare in the air fryer. Perfect for a festive snack or appetizer.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers

Quaker Oatmeal Cookies

Low angle shot of oatmeal cookies on a white plate.
Quaker Oatmeal Cookies. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

These chewy oatmeal cookies are a simple dessert that everyone loves. They’re quick to bake and make a great addition to your holiday cookie platter.
Get the Recipe: Quaker Oatmeal Cookies

Instant Pot Duck Confit

Overhead shot of a confit duck leg with orange sauce and star anise pods.
Instant Pot Duck Confit. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Tender and flavorful duck confit is made easy with the Instant Pot. Serve it as a main dish or use it to elevate other Christmas recipes.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Duck Confit

Kolacky

Several poppy seed filled kolacky on a white plate with red and gold ribbons in the background.
Kolacky. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

These flaky pastries with fruit or cream cheese filling are simple to make and perfect for sharing. They’re a classic addition to any holiday table.
Get the Recipe: Kolacky

Instant Pot Ham

Sliced ham with oranges and mint.
Instant Pot Ham. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Juicy, flavorful ham made in the Instant Pot saves time without sacrificing taste. It’s a stress-free main dish for your Christmas feast.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Ham

Hamentashen

Hamentashen cookies piled on a white plate with more cookies on a rack in the background. There is jar of jam with a spoon in it in the background too.
Hamentashen. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Triangular cookies filled with jam or poppy seed are a fun and simple holiday treat that’s perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Get the Recipe: Hamentashen

Dulce de Leche Cookies

Overhead shot of dulce de leche cookies.
Dulce de Leche Cookies. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Tender cookies filled with sweet dulce de leche are a simple dessert that looks fancy but is easy to make. Great for holiday dessert trays.
Get the Recipe: Dulce de Leche Cookies

Potatoes au Gratin

Overhead shot of potatoes au gratin cooked in an oval baking dish.
Potatoes au Gratin. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Thinly sliced potatoes baked in a creamy, cheesy sauce make this dish comforting and festive. It’s a simple side that pairs with any holiday meal.
Get the Recipe: Potatoes au Gratin

Honey Cookies with Orange and Cinnamon

Low-angled shot of a honey cookie broken in half with stacks of honey cookies and a glass of milk in the background.
Honey Cookies with Orange and Cinnamon. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

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Lightly sweetened with honey and spiced with orange and cinnamon, these cookies bring warm holiday flavors without the hassle.
Get the Recipe: Honey Cookies with Orange and Cinnamon

Apple Galette

Overhead shot of an apple galette on parchment with fresh apples on the side.
Apple Galette. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

This rustic dessert features tender spiced apples in a buttery crust. It’s quick to assemble and makes a beautiful centerpiece for your table.
Get the Recipe: Apple Galette

Black Sesame Cookies

Black sesame cookies on a baking sheet with a spoonful of black sesame seeds.
Black Sesame Cookies. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Nutty and slightly sweet, these black sesame cookies are simple to bake and add a unique twist to your holiday cookie collection.
Get the Recipe: Black Sesame Cookies

Sticky Toffee Pudding

A plate of sticky toffee pudding cakes with caramel sauce.
Sticky Toffee Pudding. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

A moist sponge cake drenched in toffee sauce is a warm and simple dessert to end your holiday meal. Serve with ice cream for an extra treat.
Get the Recipe: Sticky Toffee Pudding

Instant Pot Shrimp

Cooked shrimp in a green and white striped bowl, garnished with parsley.
Instant Pot Shrimp. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Perfectly cooked shrimp in minutes with the Instant Pot is a quick and easy appetizer or main dish for your Christmas dinner.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Shrimp

Pommes Duchesse

Pommes duchesse on a white plate wiht parsley.
Pommes Duchesse. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Piped potato swirls that are crisp on the outside and fluffy inside make an elegant and easy side dish for any holiday meal.
Get the Recipe: Pommes Duchesse

Air Fryer Breakfast Egg Tarts

Air fryer breakfast tarts on a white plate.
Air Fryer Breakfast Egg Tarts. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

These flaky tarts filled with eggs, cheese, and veggies are made in the air fryer for a quick and festive holiday brunch option.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Breakfast Egg Tarts

Air Fryer Hot Cocoa Cookies

Stack of hot cocoa cookies on a plate.
Air Fryer Hot Cocoa Cookies. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Soft chocolate cookies with a gooey marshmallow center are a fun and simple treat to bake in the air fryer during the holidays.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Hot Cocoa Cookies

Char Siu

Sliced char siu pork with lettuce leaves.
Char Siu. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Sweet and savory Chinese barbecue pork is easier than it looks. It’s a versatile dish that works as a main course or sliced for appetizers.
Get the Recipe: Char Siu

Air Fryer Turkey Legs

Roasted turkey legs on a cutting board with a knife.
Air Fryer Turkey Legs. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Juicy turkey legs with crispy skin made in the air fryer are a stress-free alternative to a full turkey. Perfect for a smaller holiday gathering.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Turkey Legs

By on December 25th, 2024
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About Robin Donovan

Robin Donovan is the creative force behind Eggs All Ways. She's a writer, recipe developer, photographer, and cookbook author with more than 40 books to her name, including the bestselling Ramen for Beginners, Ramen Obsession, and Campfire Cuisine. Her work has been featured in major publications, both print and digital, including MSN, Cooking Light, Fitness, Buzzfeed, and Eating Well.

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