27 (Really Good) Recipes To Make In December (2024)

Brown butter makes everything better.

Recipe: Brown Butter Sugar Cookies

Perfect for parties and really easy to customize.

Recipe: Prosecco Punch With Cranberries & Bourbon

Serve this as a veggie-forward side alongside your protein or grain of choice — or just enjoy on its own.

Recipe: Big Flavor Broccoli Skillet

Fudgey on the inside and lightly crispy on top, these clock in at only 1 net carb per serving.

Recipe: Ultra-Rich Keto Brownies

This budget-friendly meal uses an Aldi-tailored shopping list — but all of the ingredients can be found at any grocery store.

Recipe: One-Pan Aldi Taco Skillet

A few years ago, we held BuzzFeed's first virtual cookie swap — and these were one of our absolute favorites.

Recipe: Chocolate-Hazelnut Shortbread Cookies

Nothing beats a classic latke — but these are a close second.

Recipe: Cheesy Potato Latkes

The simple glaze — with honey, sugar, cloves, nutmeg, and cinnamon — makes all the difference.

Recipe: Slow Cooker Honey Glazed Ham

This gets even better as it sits because the warm vinaigrette wilts down the kale. Crispy bacon, tangy dijon, and crunchy chickpeas make the whole thing even better.

Recipe: Hearty Kale Salad With Bacon Vinaigrette

The best way to end a weekend, if you ask me.

Recipe: Classic Sunday Pot Roast

Have a few leftover cans of pumpkin puree from Thanksgiving? Toss one of them into this hearty, vegan-friendly breakfast that's high in protein and fiber.

Recipe: Cranberry Pumpkin Steel Cut Oats

This freezes well — and can be made in either an Instant Pot or slow cooker.

Recipe: Instant Pot Pasta e fa*gioli Soup

'Tis the season to break out your Airfryer, friends.

Recipe: Airfryer Brussels Sprouts With Bacon

A little sweet, a little spicy, and ready in about 20 minutes.

Recipe: Maple-Sriracha Oven-Roasted Cauliflower

Pretty much fool-proof. Don't forget the ice cream!

Recipe: Easiest Apple Dump Cake

This toss-and-go dinner starts with a few grocery store shortcuts — like buying frozen pre-chopped veggies instead of fresh — so you can save time on prep.

Recipe: 6-Ingredient Slow Cooker Chili

Start with a bag of pre-riced cauliflower to make this even easier. (Trader Joe's makes a great one!)

Recipe: Low Carb Parmesan Cauliflower Rice

Chickpeas add protein and fiber, and spinach makes sure you're getting an extra serving of greens.

Recipe: Spicy Garlic Pasta With Spinach and Chickpeas