14 Festive Fruit Dishes to Brighten Your Christmas Table
Christmas meals can feel a bit heavy, so adding a few bright, fruity dishes is a great way to keep things fresh and festive. Fruit adds natural flavor and cheerful holiday vibes to any table whether it’s a colorful side or a sweet, simple treat.
Get ready for easy, tasty recipes that bring a pop of color and a burst of freshness to your Christmas spread.
Hildabrötchen (Spitzbuben Shortbread Cookie with Jam)
Hildabrotchen or Spitzbuben are traditional German Christmas cookies, known for their delightful filling of sweet currant jam. The dough is incredibly easy to work with, making the baking process enjoyable and resulting in beautifully crafted cookies perfect for the holiday season.
Get the Recipe: Hildabrötchen (Spitzbuben Shortbread Cookie with Jam).
Cranberry Cherry Crisp
This Cranberry Cherry Crisp could truly not be easier and has the added bonus of being Vegan & Gluten Free! What a perfect holiday dessert that is also pretty healthy, with lots of antioxidants and fiber!
Get the Recipe: Cranberry Cherry Crisp.
Apple Cranberry Crisp
Apple Cranberry Crisp is a wonderfully easy dessert that’s both delicious and inclusive, catering to gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan diets. With just a few minutes of prep time, you can have this dish ready to bake.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cranberry Crisp.
Jam-Filled Cookies
These vintage Jam Filled Cookies feature a delectable brown sugar cut-out dough that is rich in flavor and perfect for any occasion. Generously filled with a delightful combination of nuts and your favorite jam, their simplicity makes them a breeze to prepare, allowing you to whip up a batch in no time.
Get the Recipe: Jam Filled Cookies.
Ischler’s Tortchen
A cherished family favorite, these vintage Christmas cookies bring a touch of old-world charm to your holiday table, making them a beloved tradition that’s both delicious and nostalgic.
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Christmas Fruit Salad
Christmas Fruit Salad is such a tasty and fun dish this holiday season! Fresh flavors that are bright and delicious and it looks pretty, too!
Get the Recipe: Christmas Fruit Salad.
Cranberry Jam Filled Puff Pastries
Today, I’ve got the most festive, easy puff pastry that anyone can make. These cranberry jam filled Christmas tree puff pastries are super simple and filled with holiday flavours and spices. Sure to impress at your next holiday gathering.
Get the Recipe: Cranberry Jam Filled Puff Pastries.
Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake
These elegant Raspberry Swirl Mini Cheesecakes can be made ahead, are individually portioned, and perfect for baby showers, parties, or any holiday event. If you are looking for a delicious and easy individual cheesecake dessert to impress your guests, make sure to save this recipe now!
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Kolaczki
Kolaczki Cookies are scrumptious little pastries with a rich and tender cream cheese pastry wrapped around a gooey jam filling. These cookies are a traditional Polish recipe, and like most Polish food, they are simple, rustic, and completely delicious.
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Jello Fruit Salad
Learn how to make jello with fruit! This jello fruit salad is bursting with tart cranberries, crisp apples, and refreshing raspberry jello for a nostalgic addition to any holiday table!
Get the Recipe: Jello Fruit Salad.
Christmas Fruit Salad
This 3-ingredient easy Christmas fruit salad recipe is perfect for serving throughout the holiday season. Featuring a colorful variety of fruits and berries, it’s an ideal Christmas appetizer, side dish, or light dessert.
Get the Recipe: Christmas Fruit Salad.
Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes
If there is any proof that chocolate and raspberry are the perfect pair, these melt-in-your-mouth chocolate raspberry cupcakes are it! With moist chocolate cake as a base, a sweet raspberry sauce filling, and a creamy raspberry frosting, these handheld treats will have you running for seconds!
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes.
Strawberry Tiramisu
This is a no bake dessert that always shines! This recipe for delicious strawberry tiramisu is a refreshing twist on the Italian classic. Bursting with strawberries’ natural sweetness, the mascarpone filling is rich yet airy.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Tiramisu.
No Bake Cranberry Eggnog Cheesecake
Cranberry Eggnog Cheesecake has two of the most popular Holiday Season ingredients: Cranberry and Eggnog! A classic graham cracker crust is the base, with a layer of cranberry jam spooned onto it
Get the Recipe: No Bake Cranberry Eggnog Cheesecake.
