Author: CookDiaries

Sweet Treat

Christmas Tree Churros

Christmas Tree Churros are a festive twist on a classic treat, shaped like little trees and fried until golden and crisp. Coated in cinnamon sugar and perfect for dipping, they’re a fun, crowd-pleasing dessert that adds a touch of holiday magic to any celebration. Prep Time: 30 minsYields: 8 servings Ingredients Equipment Needed Directions Step […]

Appetizers

Pomegranate Pistachio Crostini

Pomegranate Pistachio Crostini is a festive appetizer that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Crisp crostini are topped with creamy goodness, crunchy pistachios, and bright pops of pomegranate, creating the perfect balance of texture and flavor for holiday gatherings or special occasions. Cook:5 minPrep:25 minYield:3 dozen Ingredients Directions Nutrition Facts 1 piece: 44 calories, 3g […]

Sweet Treat

Christmas Wreath Cookies

Be honest: Aren’t Christmas wreath cookies some of the cutest holiday desserts you’ve ever seen? Families have been making these marshmallowy sweets for generations, and it’s not just because they’re charming, chewy and delicious. First, they serve as a quick and easy Christmas cookie recipe for cookie exchanges, school parties or holiday dessert tables. And […]

Dinner & Lunch

Christmas Ham

This classic Christmas ham is glazed with brown sugar, pineapple juice, honey, Dijon, and cloves for a sweet and savory finish that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. It stays juicy, slices cleanly, and delivers the familiar, comforting flavor everyone expects from a holiday ham, without unnecessary fuss. Prep: 20minutesCook: 1hour hour 45minutesServings: 14 Ingredients Instructions  Equipment Notes Nutrition Information […]

Breakfast

Brioche French Toast

Thick slices of buttery brioche soak up a lightly sweetened vanilla-cinnamon custard, then cook until golden with a soft, custardy center. An easy, indulgent French toast perfect for weekend brunch. Ingredients Optional Toppings Instructions Notes

Appetizers

Roasted Brown Butter Honey Garlic Carrots

Roasted brown butter honey garlic carrots make the perfect side dish. Roasted to tender perfection in the most incredible sauce, these will instantly become a new favorite! Prep Time:5minutes minutesCook Time:20minutes minutesServings:6 people Ingredients Instructions  Nutrition Calories: 231kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 2gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 41mgSodium: 240mgPotassium: 498mgFiber: 4gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 25732IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 57mg

Sip Fresh

Limoncello Sangria

A beautiful and refreshing spin on a traditional Sangria using a mixture of frozen berries for a full berry flavour. A simple to make strawberry syrup, and the sweet Italian tangy – sweet citrus from limoncello! Prep Time:5minutes minsCook Time:10minutes minsServings:8 people Ingredients Strawberry Syrup (Optional): Sangria: Instructions  Notes The Strawberry Syrup in this recipe is optional. It […]

Dinner & Lunch

Noodle Kugel

Noodle Kugel is a classic comfort dish that’s creamy, lightly sweet, and deeply nostalgic. Baked until golden and set, it’s perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or anytime a warm, satisfying dish is needed—simple, familiar, and always comforting. Recipe information Ingredients ½ cup (1 stick) plus 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter, cut into pieces, plus more for […]

Cookie

Peanut Butter Cookies

These deliciously rippled cookies are full of peanut butter flavor and have the best texture from the pan-banging technique: crisp, buttery edges and a chewy center! They’re made with creamy peanut butter, and you can add chocolate if you’d like. Prep Time: 15 minutes minutesCook Time: 15 minutes minutesServings: 12 to 13 cookies Ingredients Equipment […]

Chicken

BBQ Chicken French Bread Pizza

BBQ Chicken French Bread Pizza is an easy, crowd-pleasing meal that delivers big flavor with minimal effort. Crispy French bread is piled high with saucy BBQ chicken and melty cheese, then baked until golden and bubbly—perfect for busy weeknights, game days, or a fun twist on pizza night. Prep Time 10 minsCook Time 15 minsServings […]