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It’s December. Do you know what that means? Time to dust off your holiday-themed cookie cutters and think about your Christmas dinner menu!

We’re not sure if it’s because it aligns with the end of the year, when you start overthinking about all the things these 12 months have meant for you, but some of us here love finding comfort in the kitchen. You know, the smell of freshly baked gingerbread, the sight of your holiday cookies cooling on a rack. It’s like the festive season is just begging for us to bake — that cozy deliciousness is enough to make our mouths water!

Whether you celebrate Christmas to honor your faith or just because it’s winter and it’s freezing outside and everyone seriously needs some rest, you’ll probably feel the need to seek refuge in some flour and butter.

But what if you’re not feeling up to making your usual batch of Christmas cookies? What if you want something different, something more… unique? There are always those baking enthusiasts with freaky culinary skills who go above and beyond the standard Christmas treats and post them on social media. Some of them hide in plain sight and their creations have made their guests (and the Internet) go wild!

We’ve rounded up some stunningly creative Christmas treats from people who have gone above and beyond to make their Christmas special. These folks don’t hold back when it comes to food — it’s a list full of delicious treats, from buttery Christmas cakes to festive gingerbread houses! So if you’re looking for inspiration for your holiday party, look no further than these Christmas treat ideas. You’ll be amazed by what these people came up with — and maybe even inspired enough to try your hand at making something similar yourself!

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Some Of My Favorite Cookie Friends!! So Proud Of These Little Guys!! They’ll Be Making An Appearance At The Family Dinner Table At Christmas This Year

Some Of My Favorite Cookie Friends!! So Proud Of These Little Guys!! They’ll Be Making An Appearance At The Family Dinner Table At Christmas This Year

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These would make the cutest ornaments 🥰 I couldn't eat them but I'd love to hang them on my tree 🎄

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Every Christmas I Make Fashionable Gingerbread People For My Nephew And Niece, And It’s Become One Of Our Well-Loved Traditions

Every Christmas I Make Fashionable Gingerbread People For My Nephew And Niece, And It’s Become One Of Our Well-Loved Traditions

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Victoria Anderson
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sweet nails! 💅🏼 And that cookie looks like a dapper little gentleman. 🧑

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Friend's Daughter Was Getting Married And Couldn't Find A Local Bakery Willing To Make A Nighmare Before Christmas Cake, So She Asked If I Would Do It. Think It Turned Out Great!

Friend's Daughter Was Getting Married And Couldn't Find A Local Bakery Willing To Make A Nighmare Before Christmas Cake, So She Asked If I Would Do It. Think It Turned Out Great!

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100% Edible, Hand-Piped Christmas Gnome Cake!

100% Edible, Hand-Piped Christmas Gnome Cake!

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Jef Bateman
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I sometimes find gnomes running around in my garden. I've always wondered what one tastes like (fuzzy, I bet), but have been too gentle to just pick up a wild creature and crunch it down. I'd like to try this cake.

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I Made The Cutest Darn Christmas Cookies

I Made The Cutest Darn Christmas Cookies

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We Have A Running Joke With My Friends That I Only Cook Hotdogs. I Hope They Enjoy Thier Christmas Cookies!

We Have A Running Joke With My Friends That I Only Cook Hotdogs. I Hope They Enjoy Thier Christmas Cookies!

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Snow Globe Cupcakes I Made To My Sons Mother In Law. She Was Hosting A Christmas Party

Snow Globe Cupcakes I Made To My Sons Mother In Law. She Was Hosting A Christmas Party

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Christmas Tree Cake I Made For My Grandma On Her Birthday. All Buttercream

Christmas Tree Cake I Made For My Grandma On Her Birthday. All Buttercream

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Gingerbread Lighthouse I Made For My Mother This Christmas. Didn’t Have Any Piping Tips So The Connections Aren’t Covered Like I Planned But Still Proud Of It!

Gingerbread Lighthouse I Made For My Mother This Christmas. Didn’t Have Any Piping Tips So The Connections Aren’t Covered Like I Planned But Still Proud Of It!

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Base Is Cookie Butter Cake With Vanilla Butter Cream And Rudolph Is Hot Cocoa Cake With Chocolate Buttercream

Base Is Cookie Butter Cake With Vanilla Butter Cream And Rudolph Is Hot Cocoa Cake With Chocolate Buttercream

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Got The Honeycomb Pan For Christmas! I Felt Like A Baking Goddess When I Removed The Cake From The Pan

Got The Honeycomb Pan For Christmas! I Felt Like A Baking Goddess When I Removed The Cake From The Pan

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My Little Buttercream Christmas Penguin Cake. I Just Think He's The Cutest

My Little Buttercream Christmas Penguin Cake. I Just Think He's The Cutest

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Tara Moov
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It must have been hard to cut into this little guy!

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I Made This Whimsical Gnome (Cake) For Christmas And Took Him On A Memorable Road Trip - From Sunny Cali To Snowy Reno To Give Him A Snow Home!

I Made This Whimsical Gnome (Cake) For Christmas And Took Him On A Memorable Road Trip - From Sunny Cali To Snowy Reno To Give Him A Snow Home!

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Did... Did you actually knit the hat? There is actual weaving going on, no? Magic

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Homemade Yule Log For An Early Christmas Dinner

Homemade Yule Log For An Early Christmas Dinner

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Did you add the fly agaric mushrooms because of the theory that the story of Santa Claus originated from them?

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We Went All In With The Design Choices For Christmas This Year At The Bakery

We Went All In With The Design Choices For Christmas This Year At The Bakery

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Lisa H
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love the Chinese take out box! Seems great for families of blended religions!

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Here's My "Rafaello" Candle-Cake For Tonight

Here's My "Rafaello" Candle-Cake For Tonight

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh my goodness, I LOVE Raffaellos, and I love how much it looks like a real candle! Now I just need 8 more🕯🕎

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So I Attempted Making A Nightmare Before Christmas, Jack Skellington Cake. Cake Is All Swiss Meringue Buttercream, Jack And Pumpkins Are Made Of Fondant

So I Attempted Making A Nightmare Before Christmas, Jack Skellington Cake. Cake Is All Swiss Meringue Buttercream, Jack And Pumpkins Are Made Of Fondant

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A Few Of The Christmas Cakes And Cupcakes Mum Has Baked This Month

A Few Of The Christmas Cakes And Cupcakes Mum Has Baked This Month

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