28 Christmas Desserts Straight from the ’50s

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28 Christmas Desserts Straight from the ’50s2/28 Spiced Rum Fruitcake 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Spiced Rum Fruitcake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 40 min Servings 1 loaf (16 pieces) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This fruitcake not only can be made weeks ahead, it tastes better that way! You can substitute Brazil nuts, pecans and hazelnuts for the walnuts—or use a combination of nuts. —Jason Boor, Manchester, New York 3/28 Eggnog Pie 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 40 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe

This creamy pie delivers all that rich, wonderful flavor

From the Recipe Creator: Even better than holiday eggnog in a glass is eggnog on a plate! This creamy pie delivers all that rich, wonderful flavor. It’s pretty, too, with a sprinkling of nutmeg on top. —Florence Shaw, East Wenatchee, Washington. Planning to host a party? Check out our collection of easy Christmas desserts for the crowd. 4/28 Holiday Almond Tassies 21 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Holiday Almond Tassies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I make so many of these fancy tassies, I use up

a 7-pound container of almond paste every year!

a 7-pound container of almond paste every year! They’re one of my family’s holiday favorites. —Donna Westhouse, Dorr, Michigan 5/28 Mocha Yule Log 15 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 20 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This eye-catching dessert is guaranteed to delight holiday dinner guests. Chocolate lovers will lick their lips over the yummy cocoa cake, mocha filling and frosting. For a festive touch, I garnish the log with marzipan holly leaves and berries. —Jenny Hughson, Mitchell, Nebraska Also check out this vintage Yule log is a no-bake, one-bowl treat that’s

sure to impress during the holidays

sure to impress during the holidays. 6/28 Rum Balls 21 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Holiday Rum Balls Recipe photo by Kayla Widmer for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings about 2-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I make these rum balls for special occasions with my wonderful family and friends. The treats are so easy to make and pack a festive punch. — Diane Duschanek, Council Bluffs, Iowa 7/28 Peppermint S’more Tassies 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Peppermint S’more Tassies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 3 dozen

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Graham cracker cookie cups brim with a luscious peppermint-milk chocolate filling, sweet marshmallow creme and crushed peppermint candies. Santa (and his elves) will look forward to these! —Edwina Gadsby, Hayden, Idaho 8/28 Shortcut Coconut-Pecan Chocolate Tassies 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Shortcut Coconut-Pecan Chocolate Tassies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings about 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You can garnish these cookies with pecan halves or a couple of chocolate chips before baking, or drizzle with a little melted chocolate after taking

them out of the oven

them out of the oven. —Deb Villenauve, Krakow, Wisconsin 9/28 Gingerbread Roll Cake 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Gingerbread Yule Log Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This nicely seasoned gingerbread holds a sweet, creamy filling. This gingerbread yule log is surprisingly light, so it’s easy to indulge in a generous slice after a hearty meal. —Bernadette Colvin, Lexington, Kentucky 10/28 Plum Pudding 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Tiny Tim’s Plum Pudding Recipe photo by Laura Scherb for Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours 30

In A Christmas Carol, everyone claps for plum pudding

min Servings 12 servings (1-1/2 cups sauce) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: In A Christmas Carol, everyone claps for plum pudding. Our family has made this pudding our own tradition, and it really is something to clap for. —Ruthanne Karel, Hudsonville, Michigan 11/28 Pecan Tassies 22 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Best Pecan Tassies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These pecan tassies are very good for parties and special occasions. You’ll probably want to double the recipe, because they’ll disappear in a

When my college roommate first made this pie, I couldn’t get enough!

hurry! —Joy Corie, Ruston, Louisiana 12/28 Candy Cane Pie 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Candy Cane Pie Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When my college roommate first made this pie, I couldn’t get enough! Using a store-bought crust helps save time when you’re in the midst of the holidays. —Charlotte Stewart, Mesa, Arizona 13/28 Cranberry-Eggnog Gelatin Salad 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cranberry-Eggnog Gelatin Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Every Christmas my grandmother and I made divinity candy, just the

Refreshing and bursting with flavor, this festive Jello salad is a standout choice for a holiday potluck or make-ahead Thanksgiving side. The sweet pineapple-eggnog layer contrasts nicely with the cool and tangy gelatin on top. Since it has to chill overnight, it’s a good pick for a dish to prepare a day ahead. —Nancy Foust, Stoneboro, Pennsylvania 14/28 Divinity Candy 15 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Divinity Candy Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 60 pieces (1-1/2 pounds) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Every Christmas my grandmother and I made divinity candy, just the

I still make it every year

two of us. I still make it every year. —Anne Clayborne, Walland, Tennessee 15/28 Chocolate Chiffon Cake 17 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Chiffon Cake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 25 min Servings 20 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: If you want to offer family and friends a dessert that really stands out from the rest, this is the cake to make. The beautiful high, rich sponge cake is drizzled with a succulent chocolate glaze. —Erma Fox, Memphis, Missouri 16/28 Butterscotch Pie 31 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time

This stunning dessert is completely make ahead, including the meringue

45 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This pie’s filling is like creamy pudding and is crowned with golden peaks of meringue. —Cary Letsche, Brandenton, Florida 17/28 Baked Alaska 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Grasshopper Baked Alaska Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Can you believe it? This stunning dessert is completely make ahead, including the meringue. All you need to do is bake it for a few minutes in the oven before serving. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen 18/28 Orange-Pistachio

Store-bought versions just can’t compare!

Divinity Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings about 4 dozen (1-1/3 pounds) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Old-fashioned divinity candy is even yummier with a hint of refreshing orange zest and bits of crunchy pistachios. Store-bought versions just can’t compare! —Lorri Reinhardt, Big Bend, Wisconsin 19/28 Eggnog Fruit Bread 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 25 min Servings 2 loaves (16 slices each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Presents from the pantry are a tradition in my family, and this moist, fruity quick bread is a favorite. I

wrap loaves in cellophane and garnish with stickers and curly ribbons

wrap loaves in cellophane and garnish with stickers and curly ribbons. —Margo Stich, Rochester, Minnesota 20/28 Rice Pudding 94 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Grandma’s Rice Pudding Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My sisters and I always loved the recipe for rice pudding our grandma made. After she passed away, I took it upon myself to try and find the secret to her rice pudding. It took quite a bit of experimentation, but I finally got it right! And I’m glad to share this easy recipe

This mold is always on our holiday table

here. —Margaret DeChant, Newberry, Michigan 21/28 Ribbon Fantasy Fudge 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 49 pieces Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I developed this recipe especially for my husband, who likes anything that has chocolate and peanut butter together! 22/28 Snowy Raspberry Gelatin Mold 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This mold is always on our holiday table. The raspberry layer makes an attractive base for the creamy cream cheese layer. —Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia 23/28 Pineapple

A classic recipe like this never goes out of style!

Upside-Down Cake 35 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 50 min Servings 9 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A classic recipe like this never goes out of style! It’s delicious with the traditional pineapple, but try it with peaches or a combination of cranberries and orange. —Bernardine Melton, Paola, Kansas 24/28 Spumoni Baked Alaska 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Spumoni Baked Alaska Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For a dazzling yet refreshing end to a rich

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