19 Comfy Recipes Cozy Up with the Kitchen to Make and Bake

Cozy up with some great make-and-bake recipes that are perfect for any time you want something homemade and fresh. These recipes are simple to follow and always deliver something delicious, whether you're baking for yourself or sharing with others.

Browned Butter Blondies

Pecan blondies on a brown cutting board. — Browned Butter Blondies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

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Bake a batch of these rich Browned Butter Blondies with Pecans for a sweet December treat! Soft, buttery, and drizzled with a spicy cinnamon glaze, they’re impossible to resist.
Get the Recipe: Browned Butter Blondies

Apple Cranberry Baked Oatmeal

Baked oatmeal with sliced apples on top. — Apple Cranberry Baked Oatmeal. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Say goodbye to boring breakfasts with this Apple Cranberry Baked Oatmeal! Filled with seasonal apples and cranberries, it’s a slice of happiness that we enjoy throughout December.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cranberry Baked Oatmeal

Eggnog Scones

Three frosted scones with festive sprinkles are stacked on a wooden platter. A glass of eggnog and a snowy decoration are blurred in the background. — Eggnog Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These Eggnog Scones are filled with festive eggnog flavors with hints of cinnamon and nutmeg. They are great for holiday gatherings, along with a warm cup of tea or coffee and just as good in the middle of a cold winter day when you want something deliciously comfy to eat.
Get the Recipe: Eggnog Scones

Apple Cake with Cinnamon

An apple cake baked in a cast iron skillet, cut into slices. — Apple Cake with Cinnamon. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

We love this Apple Cinnamon Cake on chilly December days! Made with seasonal apples and baked in a skillet, it’s easy to make and perfect for the whole month.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cake with Cinnamon

Apple Cupcakes with Maple Buttercream

Frosted and unfrosted apple cupcakes in a muffin tin. — Apple Cupcakes with Maple Buttercream. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Dive into fall with these scrumptious Apple Cupcakes topped with creamy Maple Buttercream Frosting! The warm spices and seasonal apples make them a cozy treat we bake all month long.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cupcakes with Maple Buttercream

Easy Apple Pie

Apple pie with a lattice crust on a marble surface, one slice on a — Easy Apple Pie. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This is hands down the best apple pie for December celebrations! With a homemade double crust and the perfect blend of warming spices, it’s everything you want in a classic pie.
Get the Recipe: Easy Apple Pie

Apple Cider Baked Apples

A baked apples on a white plate with a glaze dripping onto a plate. — Apple Cider Baked Apples. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Enjoy these warm Apple Cider Baked Apples when the temperature drops! Stuffed with seasonal pecans and cranberries, they’re drizzled in a sweet cinnamon glaze and served hot.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cider Baked Apples

Pecan Thumbprint Cookies

These Pecan Thumbprint Cookies are bite-sized and jam-packed with flavor! Rolled in pecans and filled with your favorite jam, they’re a buttery treat we love to bake in December.
Get the Recipe: Pecan Thumbprint Cookies

Apple Cream Scones

A slice of an Apple Scones on a white plate and a cup of tea. — Apple Cream Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Whip up these buttery, tender Irish Apple Cream Scones for a quick breakfast treat on chilly days! They’re super easy and oh-so-delicious, making them a December favorite.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cream Scones

Jelly Roll Pie Tarts

Jelly filled pie crust cookies. — Jelly Roll Pie Tarts. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Pie dough and your favorite jam is all that is needed to make these Pie Crust Cookies, that bake up golden brown and crispy. You can even use leftover pie dough.
Get the Recipe: Jelly Roll Pie Tarts

Cinnamon Bread Pull Aparts

An overhead view of a cinnamon bread. — Cinnamon Bread Pull Aparts. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Get ready for a fun breakfast with these Cinnamon Bread Pull Aparts! They’re yeasty and cinnamon-coated, making them a weekend favorite we bake throughout December.
Get the Recipe: Cinnamon Bread Pull Aparts

Maple Syrup Walnut Muffins

Muffins in a pan with icing and walnuts. — Maple Syrup Walnut Muffins. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Indulge in these soft Walnut Muffins drizzled with Maple Syrup on those frosty mornings! Packed with seasonal flavors, they’re perfect for a coffee break throughout December.
Get the Recipe: Maple Syrup Walnut Muffins

Nutmeg and Pecan Braided Bread

A sliced loaf of pean nutmeg bread. — Nutmeg and Pecan Braided Bread. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This Nutmeg and Pecan Braided Bread is a showstopper for holiday gatherings! Fluffy and golden, it’s topped with a pretty braid that’s as tasty as it looks.
Get the Recipe: Nutmeg and Pecan Braided Bread

Maple Snickerdoodle Cookies

A stack of homemade cookies tied with a string, with one cookie showing a bite taken out of it, and a glass of milk on a wooden table. — Maple Snickerdoodle Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Who can resist Maple Snickerdoodles during the holiday season? With their sweet cinnamon swirls and maple goodness, these cookies are a classic we enjoy all December long!
Get the Recipe: Maple Snickerdoodle Cookies

Cinnamon Roll Crescent Rolls

Cinnamon crescent rolls on a white plate. — Cinnamon Roll Crescent Rolls. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These Cinnamon Roll Crescent Rolls are a breakfast game changer for December mornings! Golden brown and buttery, they’re filled with sweet cinnamon goodness and super easy to make.
Get the Recipe: Cinnamon Roll Crescent Rolls

Gingerbread Muffins

You’ve got to try these gingerbread muffins—they’re a total must-bake for December! With a moist texture and delightful flavor, they’re perfect with your hot cuppa brew.
Get the Recipe: Gingerbread Muffins

Easy Gingerbread Cookie Bars. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Delight in the warm spices of the season with gingerbread bars. A flavorful and easy-to-make treat, these bars offer the essence of gingerbread in a convenient and shareable format, perfect for holiday gatherings and festivities.
Get the Recipe: Easy Gingerbread Cookie Bars

Blackberry Crumble Pie

Dive into this Blackberry Crumble Pie for a sweet December treat! With homemade blackberry filling and a spiced crumb topping, it’s a holiday favorite that everyone will love.
Get the Recipe: Blackberry Crumble Pie

Apple Hand Pies

Hands holding a broken apple turnover, revealing the filling. More turnovers are in a tray, with a bowl of apple filling and a cup of caramel sauce nearby. A napkin is on the side. — Apple Hand Pies. Photo credit: Kitchen At Hoskins.

Apple Hand Pies are the cutest little desserts for December! Portable and perfect for snacking, you can bake them in the oven or air fryer—no slicing needed!
Get the Recipe: Apple Hand Pies