50 Christmas Chocolate Dessert Ideas

Chocolate desserts always make a Christmas table feel a little more special.

They are rich, festive and easy to dress up with holiday sprinkles or crushed peppermint candy.

1. Peppermint Brownie Trifle Cups

These feel extra cute because all the layers show through the cups. The brownie, cream, and peppermint pieces make them look really festive on a dessert table.

Ingredients

• 1 batch brownie mix, baked and cooled
• 2 cups whipped topping
• ½ cup crushed peppermint candy
• ½ cup mini chocolate chips
• 8 mini dessert cups

Directions

1. Bake the brownies according to package directions and let them cool fully.
2. Cut the brownies into small cubes.
3. Add a layer of brownie cubes to each of the dessert cups.
4. Add a spoonful of whipped topping, then a sprinkle of crushed peppermint candy and mini chocolate chips.
5. Repeat the layers once more, then chill until serving.

2. Christmas Chocolate Lasagna

This is one of those desserts that looks like a lot of work, but it comes together in really pretty layers. It feels very holiday-party friendly and slices nicely.

Ingredients

• 1 package Oreo cookies
• 6 tablespoons melted butter
• 8 ounces softened cream cheese
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 cups whipped topping
• 2 boxes instant chocolate pudding
• 3 cups cold milk
• holiday sprinkles for topping

Directions

1. Crush the Oreo cookies and mix with melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9x13-inch dish.
2. Beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar, then fold in 1 cup of the whipped topping.
3. Spread that over the crust.
4. Whisk the chocolate pudding with the cold milk until thick, then spread over the cream cheese layer.
5. Top with the remaining whipped topping and finish with holiday sprinkles. Chill for at least 4 hours.

3. Chocolate Peppermint Bundt Cake

This looks beautiful on a Christmas dessert table and feels a little more elegant than everyday cake. A white glaze over the dark cake makes it feel especially festive.

Ingredients

• 1 box chocolate cake mix
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup water
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• ¼ cup crushed peppermint candy

Directions

1. Heat the oven to 350°F and grease a Bundt pan really well.
2. Mix the cake mix, eggs, water, oil, and peppermint extract until smooth.
3. Pour into the pan and bake according to the package timing, usually 40 to 45 minutes.
4. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a rack.
5. Whisk the powdered sugar and milk into a glaze.
6. Drizzle over the cooled cake and top with crushed peppermint candy.

4. Chocolate Reindeer Cupcakes

These are adorable and feel especially fun for Christmas parties. They are cute enough for kids but still pretty enough for a dessert table.

Ingredients

• 1 box chocolate cupcake mix
• 1 tub chocolate frosting
• 24 mini pretzels
• 24 candy eyes
• 12 red candies

Directions

1. Bake the cupcakes according to package directions and cool fully.
2. Spread each cupcake with chocolate frosting.
3. Press 2 mini pretzels near the top for antlers.
4. Add 2 candy eyes and 1 red candy nose.
5. Chill for a few minutes if needed so the decorations stay in place.

5. Hot Chocolate Cheesecake Bars

These feel rich and creamy and are a really fun holiday chocolate dessert. The little marshmallows on top make them feel extra cute.

Ingredients

• 2 cups crushed chocolate graham crackers
• 6 tablespoons melted butter
• 16 ounces softened cream cheese
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• ⅓ cup hot cocoa mix
• 1 cup mini marshmallows

Directions

1. Heat the oven to 325°F and line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment.
2. Mix the crushed chocolate graham crackers with melted butter and press into the bottom of the pan.
3. Beat the softened cream cheese with the sugar, then mix in the eggs and hot cocoa mix.
4. Spread over the crust.
5. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until the center is just set.
6. Cool fully, then top with mini marshmallows before slicing.

6. Chocolate Peppermint Bark Pie

This has a smooth creamy filling and a pretty peppermint finish on top. It feels very Christmasy and slices into nice neat pieces.

Ingredients

• 1 prepared chocolate cookie pie crust
• 1 package instant chocolate pudding
• 2 cups cold milk
• 1 cup whipped topping
• ½ cup melted white chocolate chips
• ¼ cup crushed peppermint candy

Directions

1. Whisk the chocolate pudding with cold milk until thick.
2. Fold in half of the whipped topping.
3. Spoon the filling into the pie crust.
4. Top with the rest of the whipped topping.
5. Drizzle with melted white chocolate and sprinkle with crushed peppermint candy. Chill before serving.

7. Chocolate Christmas Tree Brownies

These are so cute for parties because they turn a simple brownie into a festive little dessert. They look extra fun lined up on a tray.

Ingredients

• 1 batch brownie mix, baked in a square pan
• 1 tub green frosting
• holiday sprinkles
• 12 small pretzel sticks

Directions

1. Bake the brownies and let them cool fully.
2. Cut into triangles.
3. Pipe or spread green frosting over each triangle in little swirls to look like a tree.
4. Decorate with holiday sprinkles.
5. Press a small pretzel stick into the bottom for the trunk.

8. Chocolate Mousse Snowman Cups

These are really cute and feel light after a big holiday meal. The little snowman top makes them feel fun and festive.

Ingredients

• 1 box instant chocolate mousse mix
• 1 ½ cups cold milk
• 1 cup whipped topping
• mini marshmallows
• candy eyes
• orange sprinkles or candy pieces

Directions

1. Whisk the mousse mix with cold milk until thick.
2. Spoon into small cups.
3. Top each one with a swirl of whipped topping.
4. Add mini marshmallows on top to look like snowman heads.
5. Decorate with candy eyes and little orange candy pieces for noses.

9. Double Chocolate Christmas Cookies

These are rich, soft, and perfect when you want a really chocolatey dessert for Christmas. A few sprinkles on top make them feel more festive right away.

Ingredients

• 1 box chocolate cake mix
• 2 eggs
• ⅓ cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup chocolate chips
• holiday sprinkles

Directions

1. Heat the oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment.
2. Mix the cake mix, eggs, and oil until a thick dough forms.
3. Fold in the chocolate chips.
4. Scoop onto the baking sheets and top with holiday sprinkles.
5. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes.
6. Cool before serving.

10. Chocolate Candy Cane Poke Cake

This is a fun cake for Christmas because it stays really moist and looks festive when sliced. The peppermint topping makes it feel extra holiday-ready.

Ingredients

• 1 box chocolate cake mix
• 1 package instant vanilla pudding
• 2 cups cold milk
• 1 tub whipped topping
• ¼ cup crushed candy canes

Directions

1. Bake the cake in a 9x13-inch pan according to package directions.
2. Let it cool slightly, then poke holes all over the top.
3. Whisk the vanilla pudding with cold milk and pour it over the cake so it settles into the holes.
4. Chill until set.
5. Top with whipped topping and crushed candy canes.

11. Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Santa Hats

These are such a cute no-bake Christmas dessert idea. They look adorable on a tray and feel a little lighter than richer cakes and bars.

Ingredients

• 12 fresh strawberries
• 1 cup melted milk chocolate chips
• 1 cup whipped cream

Directions

1. Wash and dry the strawberries really well.
2. Dip each strawberry about halfway in melted milk chocolate.
3. Set on parchment to let the chocolate firm up.
4. Pipe a little ring of whipped cream near the top and a little dot on the very tip.
5. Chill until serving.

12. Chocolate Peanut Butter Christmas Bars

These are rich, easy, and always popular because the chocolate and peanut butter combo is hard to beat. They cut into really nice little squares for parties.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• ¾ cup peanut butter
• ½ cup melted butter
• 1 cup melted chocolate chips
• holiday sprinkles, optional

Directions

1. Mix the graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, peanut butter, and melted butter.
2. Press into a parchment-lined square pan.
3. Spread the melted chocolate over the top.
4. Add holiday sprinkles if using.
5. Chill until firm, then slice into bars.

13. Chocolate Snowball Truffles

These are rich little bites that look softly snowy on a Christmas dessert tray. They feel a little fancy but are still very easy to make.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces softened cream cheese
• 2 cups crushed chocolate cookies
• 1 cup melted white chocolate chips
• ¼ cup powdered sugar

Directions

1. Mix the softened cream cheese with the crushed chocolate cookies.
2. Roll into small balls and place on a parchment-lined tray.
3. Chill until firm.
4. Dip in melted white chocolate.
5. Dust lightly with powdered sugar once set.

14. Chocolate Chip Christmas Cheesecake Dip

This is great when you want a dessert that feels festive but is super easy to set out. It works well on a dessert board too.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces softened cream cheese
• ½ cup marshmallow fluff
• ½ cup mini chocolate chips
• holiday sprinkles
• graham crackers for serving

Directions

1. Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
2. Mix in the marshmallow fluff.
3. Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
4. Spoon into a serving bowl and top with holiday sprinkles.
5. Serve with graham crackers.

15. Christmas Chocolate Fudge

This is one of the easiest chocolate desserts to make for the holidays. It feels classic and looks extra cute cut into little squares.

Ingredients

• 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• holiday sprinkles or crushed peppermint for topping

Directions

1. Line a square pan with parchment.
2. Melt the chocolate chips with the sweetened condensed milk over low heat or in short microwave bursts.
3. Stir in the vanilla.
4. Spread into the pan and smooth the top.
5. Add holiday sprinkles or crushed peppermint, then chill until firm before slicing.

16. Chocolate Peppermint Icebox Cake

This feels really festive and looks pretty once sliced because of all the layers. It is nice when you want something make-ahead for Christmas.

Ingredients

• 2 boxes chocolate wafer cookies
• 3 cups whipped cream
• ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
• ¼ cup crushed peppermint candy

Directions

1. Stir the peppermint extract into the whipped cream.
2. Spread a thin layer in the bottom of a loaf pan or small dish.
3. Add a layer of chocolate wafer cookies, then more whipped cream.
4. Repeat until the dish is full.
5. Top with crushed peppermint candy and chill overnight.

17. Chocolate Marshmallow Christmas Bark

This is easy, cute, and really nice for holiday dessert trays or little gift bags. You can break it into pretty uneven pieces so it looks a little more special.

Ingredients

• 2 cups melted milk chocolate chips
• 1 cup melted white chocolate chips
• 1 cup mini marshmallows
• holiday sprinkles

Directions

1. Line a tray or baking sheet with parchment.
2. Spread the melted milk chocolate into an even layer.
3. Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the top and swirl lightly.
4. Scatter mini marshmallows and holiday sprinkles on top.
5. Chill until firm, then break into pieces.

18. Chocolate Christmas Wreath Donuts

These are a really fun dessert idea because they look playful and festive. The green frosting and little red decorations make them extra cute.

Ingredients

• 12 plain or chocolate mini donuts
• 1 tub green frosting
• red candies
• holiday sprinkles

Directions

1. Set the mini donuts on a tray.
2. Spread or pipe green frosting over the top of each one.
3. Decorate with red candies and holiday sprinkles to look like wreath decorations.
4. Let the frosting sit for a bit so it firms up slightly.
5. Serve on a platter or dessert board.

19. Chocolate Cherry Dump Cake

This is one of the easiest warm chocolate desserts for Christmas. It feels cozy, rich, and really nice served in little bowls.

Ingredients

• 1 can cherry pie filling
• 1 box chocolate cake mix
• ½ cup melted butter
• whipped cream for serving

Directions

1. Heat the oven to 350°F.
2. Spread the cherry pie filling into a baking dish.
3. Sprinkle the dry chocolate cake mix over the top.
4. Drizzle with melted butter.
5. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes and serve with whipped cream.

20. Chocolate Snowflake Sandwich Cookies

These feel extra pretty because the filling peeks out and the tops look festive. They are a nice little holiday cookie when you want something chocolatey and cute.

Ingredients

• 1 package chocolate cookie dough
• 1 tub vanilla frosting
• white sanding sugar

Directions

1. Bake the chocolate cookies and let them cool fully.
2. Spread or pipe vanilla frosting onto half of the cookies.
3. Top with the remaining cookies to make sandwiches.
4. Dust the tops with white sanding sugar.
5. Chill a little if you want the filling to stay firmer.

21. Chocolate Peppermint Pudding Cups

These are simple and cute and work really well for parties because they are already portioned out. The peppermint topping makes them feel more special than basic pudding.

Ingredients

• 2 boxes instant chocolate pudding
• 4 cups cold milk
• 2 cups whipped topping
• ¼ cup crushed peppermint candy

Directions

1. Whisk the chocolate pudding with cold milk until thick.
2. Spoon into small cups.
3. Top with whipped topping.
4. Sprinkle with crushed peppermint candy.
5. Chill until serving.

22. Christmas Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake

This feels festive and fun and works really well when you want one easy dessert for a group. Decorating the top makes it feel more Christmasy right away.

Ingredients

• 1 roll chocolate chip cookie dough
• 1 tub vanilla or chocolate frosting
• red and green candies
• holiday sprinkles

Directions

1. Heat the oven to 350°F and press the cookie dough into a round pan or pizza pan.
2. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until golden and set.
3. Cool fully.
4. Pipe a border of frosting around the edge.
5. Decorate with red and green candies and holiday sprinkles.

23. Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rod Reindeer

These are fun and easy and feel like both a dessert and a little treat. They look really cute standing up in a jar or laid out on a tray.

Ingredients

• 12 pretzel rods
• 2 cups melted milk chocolate chips
• 24 candy eyes
• 12 red candies
• 24 mini pretzels

Directions

1. Dip each pretzel rod mostly into melted milk chocolate.
2. Set on parchment while still wet.
3. Add candy eyes, a red candy nose, and mini pretzel antlers near the top.
4. Let them set fully.
5. Serve on a tray or in a tall cup for a cute presentation.

24. Chocolate Cream Pie Christmas Cups

These feel a little more classic and elegant, but the little cups make them extra party-friendly. They look pretty with whipped cream and chocolate curls on top.

Ingredients

• 1 package instant chocolate pudding
• 2 cups cold milk
• 1 cup crushed graham crackers
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 1 cup whipped cream
• chocolate curls or mini chips

Directions

1. Mix the crushed graham crackers with melted butter.
2. Spoon a little crumb mixture into the bottom of each cup.
3. Whisk the chocolate pudding with cold milk until thick.
4. Spoon the pudding into the cups.
5. Top with whipped cream and chocolate curls or mini chips.

25. Chocolate Peppermint Rice Krispies Treats

These are easy, cute, and perfect when you want a fun Christmas dessert that is not too fussy. The chocolate topping makes them feel more holiday dessert than snack.

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 10 ounces marshmallows
• 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
• 1 cup melted milk chocolate chips
• ¼ cup crushed peppermint candy

Directions

1. Melt the butter in a large pot, then stir in the marshmallows until smooth.
2. Mix in the Rice Krispies cereal.
3. Press into a parchment-lined square pan.
4. Spread the melted milk chocolate over the top.
5. Finish with crushed peppermint candy, then let set before slicing.

26. Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake Dip

This is one of the easiest Christmas chocolate desserts when you want something quick but still festive. It looks extra cute with peppermint on top and works really well on a dessert board.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces softened cream cheese
• ½ cup marshmallow fluff
• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• ½ cup mini chocolate chips
• ¼ cup crushed peppermint candy
• graham crackers for serving

Directions

1. Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
2. Mix in the marshmallow fluff and cocoa powder.
3. Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
4. Spoon into a serving bowl and top with crushed peppermint candy.
5. Serve with graham crackers.

27. Christmas Chocolate Lava Cakes

These feel a little fancy and make dessert feel really special. The soft chocolate center is perfect for Christmas dinner.

Ingredients

• ½ cup butter
• 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 egg yolks
• 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• powdered sugar for topping

Directions

1. Heat the oven to 425°F and grease 4 ramekins.
2. Melt the butter and semi-sweet chocolate together until smooth.
3. Whisk in 1 cup powdered sugar, then add the eggs and egg yolks.
4. Stir in the flour just until combined.
5. Divide into ramekins and bake for 12 to 14 minutes. Dust with extra powdered sugar before serving.

28. Chocolate Candy Cane Cupcakes

These are cute, classic, and really easy to make feel Christmasy. The peppermint topping gives them that festive bakery look.

Ingredients

• 1 box chocolate cupcake mix
• 1 tub vanilla frosting
• ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
• ¼ cup crushed candy canes
• mini chocolate chips, optional

Directions

1. Bake the cupcakes according to package directions and cool fully.
2. Stir the peppermint extract into the frosting.
3. Pipe or spread the frosting onto each cupcake.
4. Top with crushed candy canes.
5. Add mini chocolate chips if you want a little extra chocolate on top.

29. Chocolate Christmas Truffles

These feel rich and elegant and look really pretty on a holiday tray. They are great when you want tiny chocolate bites instead of a big dessert.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces softened cream cheese
• 2 cups crushed chocolate cookies
• 1 cup melted milk chocolate chips
• holiday sprinkles

Directions

1. Mix the softened cream cheese and crushed chocolate cookies.
2. Roll into small balls and chill until firm.
3. Dip in melted milk chocolate.
4. Decorate with holiday sprinkles.
5. Chill until set.

30. Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake Cups

These feel rich, pretty, and very holiday-friendly because of the cherry topping. The little cups make them look polished without much effort.

Ingredients

• 1 cup crushed chocolate graham crackers
• 3 tablespoons melted butter
• 8 ounces softened cream cheese
• ⅓ cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup whipped topping
• ½ cup cherry pie filling

Directions

1. Mix the crushed chocolate graham crackers with melted butter.
2. Spoon a little into the bottom of dessert cups.
3. Beat the softened cream cheese with the sugar, then fold in the whipped topping.
4. Spoon the filling into the cups.
5. Top with cherry pie filling and chill until serving.

31. Christmas Chocolate Whoopie Pies

These feel a little extra special because they look like bakery treats. The creamy filling in the middle makes them perfect for a holiday dessert tray.

Ingredients

• 1 box chocolate cake mix
• 2 eggs
• ⅓ cup vegetable oil
• 1 tub vanilla frosting
• holiday sprinkles

Directions

1. Heat the oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment.
2. Mix the cake mix, eggs, and oil into a thick dough.
3. Scoop small rounds onto baking sheets and bake for 8 to 10 minutes.
4. Cool fully.
5. Spread vanilla frosting between 2 cookies to make sandwich cakes.
6. Roll the edges lightly in holiday sprinkles.

32. Chocolate Marshmallow Poke Brownies

These are super rich and extra gooey in the best way. They feel very cozy and indulgent for Christmas dessert.

Ingredients

• 1 batch brownie mix
• 1 ½ cups mini marshmallows
• ½ cup melted chocolate chips

Directions

1. Bake the brownies according to package directions.
2. While still warm, poke little holes across the top.
3. Scatter the mini marshmallows over the brownies.
4. Return to the oven for 2 to 3 minutes so the marshmallows soften.
5. Drizzle with melted chocolate before serving.

33. Chocolate Snowman Cake Pops

These are adorable for Christmas parties and feel extra playful. They are such a cute option when you want chocolate dessert in bite-size form.

Ingredients

• 1 baked chocolate cake
• ½ cup vanilla frosting
• 2 cups melted white chocolate chips
• candy eyes
• orange candies
• lollipop sticks

Directions

1. Crumble the baked chocolate cake and mix with vanilla frosting.
2. Roll into balls and chill until firm.
3. Insert lollipop sticks.
4. Dip in melted white chocolate.
5. Decorate with candy eyes and orange candies for little snowman faces.

34. Chocolate Christmas Roll Cake

This looks beautiful sliced and always feels a little more impressive. The spiral inside makes it perfect for a holiday dessert spread.

Ingredients

• 1 chocolate cake roll or homemade chocolate sponge
• 1 cup whipped cream
• ¼ cup holiday sprinkles
• powdered sugar for dusting

Directions

1. Prepare or unwrap the chocolate cake roll.
2. Spread with whipped cream if needed and roll back up.
3. Transfer to a serving tray.
4. Dust the top with powdered sugar.
5. Decorate with holiday sprinkles before slicing.

35. Chocolate Covered Oreo Christmas Balls

These are always a holiday favorite because they are easy, rich, and look really cute with a little decoration on top. They work well for gifting too.

Ingredients

• 1 package Oreo cookies
• 8 ounces softened cream cheese
• 2 cups melted milk chocolate chips
• holiday sprinkles

Directions

1. Crush the Oreos and mix with softened cream cheese.
2. Roll into balls and chill until firm.
3. Dip into melted milk chocolate.
4. Decorate with holiday sprinkles.
5. Let set before serving.

36. Chocolate Peppermint Sheet Cake

This is perfect for a crowd and still feels very Christmasy. The peppermint topping helps a simple chocolate cake feel more festive right away.

Ingredients

• 1 box chocolate cake mix
• 1 tub chocolate frosting
• ¼ cup crushed peppermint candy
• ¼ cup mini chocolate chips

Directions

1. Bake the cake in a sheet pan according to package directions.
2. Cool fully.
3. Spread with chocolate frosting.
4. Top with crushed peppermint candy and mini chocolate chips.
5. Slice into squares and serve.

37. Chocolate Strawberry Santa Brownies

These are such a fun Christmas dessert idea because they look playful and festive. They are especially cute for kids and holiday parties.

Ingredients

• 1 batch brownie mix
• 12 fresh strawberries
• 1 cup whipped cream

Directions

1. Bake the brownies and cut into squares.
2. Top each brownie with a little swirl of whipped cream.
3. Place a halved strawberry on top like a Santa hat.
4. Add one more tiny dot of whipped cream on the tip.
5. Chill lightly before serving.

38. Chocolate Cream Puff Christmas Stack

This feels more elegant and dramatic for a Christmas table. A little powdered sugar over the top makes it look softly snowy and pretty.

Ingredients

• 1 package cream puffs
• 1 cup chocolate ganache
• powdered sugar for dusting

Directions

1. Prepare or thaw the cream puffs.
2. Stack them into a pyramid shape on a serving plate.
3. Drizzle with chocolate ganache.
4. Dust lightly with powdered sugar.
5. Serve soon after assembling.

39. Chocolate Coconut Christmas Bars

These are rich and chewy and feel a little like a holiday candy bar dessert. The coconut adds a fun snowy look on top.

Ingredients

• 1 batch brownie mix
• 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
• ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
• ½ cup melted chocolate chips

Directions

1. Bake the brownie base and let it cool slightly.
2. Mix the shredded coconut with the sweetened condensed milk.
3. Spread over the brownies.
4. Drizzle with melted chocolate.
5. Cool fully before slicing into bars.

40. Chocolate Peppermint Parfait Glasses

These look beautiful because all the layers show through the glasses. They feel fancy without being too hard to make.

Ingredients

• 1 box instant chocolate pudding
• 2 cups cold milk
• 1 ½ cups whipped cream
• ¼ cup crushed peppermint candy
• ½ cup crushed chocolate cookies

Directions

1. Whisk the chocolate pudding with cold milk until thick.
2. Add a layer of pudding to each glass.
3. Add a spoonful of whipped cream, then a sprinkle of crushed chocolate cookies.
4. Repeat the layers once more.
5. Top with crushed peppermint candy.

41. Christmas Chocolate S’mores Dip

This is warm, gooey, and perfect for a casual holiday dessert. It feels cozy and fun for sharing.

Ingredients

• 2 cups chocolate chips
• 2 cups mini marshmallows
• graham crackers for serving

Directions

1. Heat the oven to 350°F.
2. Spread the chocolate chips in a small baking dish.
3. Top with mini marshmallows.
4. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until melted and golden on top.
5. Serve right away with graham crackers.

42. Chocolate Christmas Donut Hole Skewers

These are playful and really cute on a dessert tray. They feel extra fun for parties because they are easy to grab and eat.

Ingredients

• 24 donut holes
• 1 cup melted milk chocolate chips
• holiday sprinkles
• skewers

Directions

1. Thread the donut holes onto skewers.
2. Drizzle or dip them with melted milk chocolate.
3. Decorate with holiday sprinkles.
4. Let the chocolate set a little.
5. Arrange on a platter.

43. Chocolate Gingerbread Sandwich Cookies

These feel extra festive because they combine two Christmas favorites in one dessert. They look really pretty stacked on a tray.

Ingredients

• 1 package gingerbread cookies
• 1 tub chocolate frosting
• white sanding sugar, optional

Directions

1. Lay out the gingerbread cookies.
2. Spread chocolate frosting onto half of them.
3. Top with the remaining cookies to make sandwiches.
4. Dust lightly with white sanding sugar if you want.
5. Serve or chill slightly for firmer filling.

44. Chocolate Eggnog Pudding Pie

This is a fun Christmas dessert because it blends holiday eggnog flavor with chocolate. It feels creamy, smooth, and very seasonal.

Ingredients

• 1 prepared chocolate pie crust
• 1 package instant vanilla pudding
• 2 cups eggnog
• ½ cup mini chocolate chips
• 1 cup whipped topping

Directions

1. Whisk the vanilla pudding with the eggnog until thick.
2. Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
3. Spoon into the pie crust.
4. Top with whipped topping.
5. Chill before serving.

45. Chocolate Christmas Tree Cupcake Cones

These are adorable and feel extra fun for kids’ parties or casual holiday dessert tables. They look like little edible Christmas trees.

Ingredients

• 12 baked chocolate cupcakes
• 12 ice cream cones
• 1 tub green frosting
• holiday sprinkles

Directions

1. Frost the tops of the cupcakes and set an ice cream cone upside down on each one.
2. Pipe green frosting all over each cone in little swirls.
3. Decorate with holiday sprinkles.
4. Keep chilled until serving if needed.
5. Arrange upright on a platter.

46. Chocolate Peanut Butter Snowflake Fudge

This is rich and creamy and feels a little more special than plain fudge. A simple snowflake sprinkle or sugar topping makes it look extra festive.

Ingredients

• 2 cups chocolate chips
• 1 can sweetened condensed milk
• ½ cup peanut butter
• white sanding sugar or snowflake sprinkles

Directions

1. Line a square pan with parchment.
2. Melt the chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and peanut butter together until smooth.
3. Spread into the pan.
4. Top with white sanding sugar or snowflake sprinkles.
5. Chill until firm.
6. Cut into little squares.

47. Chocolate Cranberry Bark

This is one of the prettiest easy Christmas chocolate desserts because the red cranberry pieces pop against the chocolate. It looks nice in little shards on a tray.

Ingredients

• 2 cups melted dark chocolate
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• ¼ cup chopped pistachios
• ½ cup melted white chocolate chips

Directions

1. Line a tray or baking sheet with parchment.
2. Spread the melted dark chocolate into an even layer.
3. Scatter the dried cranberries and chopped pistachios over the top.
4. Drizzle with melted white chocolate.
5. Chill until firm, then break into pieces.

48. Chocolate Holiday Cookie Dip Board

This is a really fun casual dessert idea because it lets everyone dip and snack. It looks extra cute as part of a holiday dessert board.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces softened cream cheese
• ½ cup chocolate hazelnut spread
• ½ cup whipped topping
• graham crackers
• strawberries
• pretzels

Directions

1. Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
2. Mix in the chocolate hazelnut spread.
3. Fold in the whipped topping.
4. Spoon into a serving bowl in the middle of a board.
5. Arrange graham crackers, strawberries, and pretzels around it.

49. Chocolate Peppermint Sandwich Brownies

These feel rich and a little bakery-style because of the filling in the middle. They look really nice cut into neat little squares.

Ingredients

• 2 thin pans of baked brownies
• 1 tub vanilla frosting
• ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
• ¼ cup crushed candy canes

Directions

1. Bake 2 thin layers of brownies and cool them fully.
2. Mix the peppermint extract into the vanilla frosting.
3. Spread the frosting over one brownie layer.
4. Place the second brownie layer on top.
5. Top with crushed candy canes and chill slightly before slicing.

50. Chocolate Christmas Dessert Board

This is perfect when you want a big holiday dessert spread without making one giant complicated dessert.

Mixing different chocolate treats together makes it feel abundant and festive.

Ingredients

• brownies
• chocolate covered pretzels
• chocolate cookies
• chocolate truffles
• peppermint bark
• strawberries
• holiday dessert stand or board

Directions

1. Choose a large dessert stand or board.
2. Arrange the brownies, chocolate covered pretzels, cookies, truffles, and peppermint bark in little groups.
3. Tuck in fresh strawberries to break up the chocolate and add color.
4. Fill in empty spots with smaller pieces and bites.
5. Serve right away or keep covered until dessert time.

FAQ

What chocolate desserts are best for Christmas?

Brownies, peppermint chocolate desserts, chocolate cakes, truffles, bark, and chocolate cookies are all great Christmas choices.

They feel festive and easy to dress up for the holiday table.

How do I make chocolate desserts look more Christmasy?

Top them with holiday sprinkles, crushed peppermint candy, whipped cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar. A pretty dessert stand helps too.

What are easy chocolate Christmas desserts for a crowd?

Sheet cakes, brownies, bark, cookie cakes, poke cakes, dessert dips, and dessert boards are all easy crowd-friendly options.

Can I make Christmas chocolate desserts ahead of time?

Yes. Brownies, bark, cookies, fudge, and a lot of chilled layered desserts can be made ahead, which makes Christmas prep much easier.

What chocolate Christmas desserts are good for kids?

Reindeer cupcakes, tree brownies, cake pops, pretzel treats, donut hole skewers, and chocolate sandwich cookies are all fun for kids.

What are the best no-bake chocolate Christmas desserts?

Bark, truffles, pudding cups, cheesecake dips, dessert boards, and layered chilled pies are some of the easiest no-bake options.

Christmas Desserts

Chocolate desserts always make Christmas feel a little richer, prettier, and more fun.

You can go simple with bark, brownies, and cookies, or make things feel extra festive with peppermint, whipped toppings, cute shapes, and fun holiday decorations.

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