christmas recipes

Wow Guests this Christmas with 4 Best Ever Cheesecake Recipes #whatscooking

December 16, 2015 by Kathryn 3 Comments

When it comes to holiday entertaining, having a dessert table that impresses is a must for me! I love baking up tasty cookies, candy and cakes and I tend to go a little overboard when it comes to making Christmas goodies. I have a long list of must-make treats for the holidays, and something I always include on a tray of desserts is cheesecake! Not only is it a delicious and versatile crowd-pleaser, it’s also my very favourite dessert!

If you’re looking for the perfect cheesecake recipe for your dessert table, look no further! These four scrumptious cheesecakes are sure to be a hit with your guests no matter what their tastes. Pick up some Philadelphia Brick Cream Cheese, choose your favourite and cook up something tasty for your upcoming holiday party!

Ginger Dark Chocolate Chunk Cheesecake

Blending chunks of dark chocolate and candied ginger results in a cheesecake with a distinctly festive flavour. But to kick it up an extra notch for holiday feasting, the crunchy gingersnap crust is a must! Topped with a dark chocolate glaze, this cheesecake is one that guests won’t be able to resist! [Read more…]

Easy and Delicious White Chocolate Cranberry Squares Make a Great Edible Gift

December 21, 2014 by Kathryn 44 Comments

One of my very favourite gifts to give during the holiday season is something I’ve made myself, and since I love to cook that usually means something to eat! Kraft products are a staple in my kitchen when the holidays roll around, whether I’m making my famous Chocolate Peanut Butter Squares or a tasty Marshmallow Nougat.

Since the holidays are also a busy time, though, my edible gifts for Christmas giving tend to be quick and easy so that I can whip up a few different treats in an afternoon and still have time for Christmas fun. And one of my personal favourite treats is White Chocolate Cranberry Squares!

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Spoil Your Family with Easy Chocolate Peanut Butter Squares

December 18, 2013 by Kathryn 47 Comments

I love Christmas for all kinds of reasons and Christmas food has always been one of the highlights of the season for me. But with two boys, quick and easy is still the name of the game for most of my Christmas baking, and that’s why I love whipping up recipes from the Kraft What’s Cooking website!

I always find ideas for fast and delicious dishes on the site, but when new recipes for Christmas cakes, cookies and candy start appearing, I always feel like Christmas has truly arrived!

In fact, one of my favourite holiday recipes is one that is available on the Kraft Canada website. I’ve been making it for years and it was one my mother always whipped up for Christmas when I was a child too. No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars are a must for our holidays!

My recipe has some slight variations, mainly in the preparation method since I tend to favour the hands-on experience of stove-top cooking most of the time. But the microwave method is also a great choice for these quick and easy treats!

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