Best Holiday Cooking Books of 2025

Beautiful Boards: 50 Amazing Snack Boards for Any Occasion by Maegan Brown is a visually stunning and deliciously enticing cookbook that offers 50 inspiring, family-friendly, and easy-to-recreate snack boards. From classic cheese and charcuterie to fruit-and-veggie rainbows with cracker clouds, each board is artfully arranged and comprised of easy-to-find fresh and prepared foods. The book includes boards for anytime family meals and snacks, seasons and holidays, breakfast and brunch, desserts, and entertaining and special occasions. With gorgeous photos and step-by-step instructions, this entertaining game changer will have you spending less time in the kitchen and more time having fun.

Celebrate with Babs: Holiday Recipes & Family Traditions is a must-have book for anyone who loves to celebrate the holidays with great food and traditions. This book, written by Barbara Costello, provides readers with 100 of her family-favorite recipes, passed down through generations and stored in her old wooden recipe box, as well as the holiday traditions her family has grown to love. From New Year's Day to Christmas and every holiday in between, Babs has got you covered. The book has been featured on QVC, The Rachael Ray Show, and in Woman’s World, Bon Appetit, Food52, and Seventeen.com. This book is perfect for those who want to start new holiday traditions or continue old ones.

I'll Bring The Cake: Recipes for Every Season and Every Occasion by Mandy Merriman is a must-have for any cake enthusiast. Starting from boxed cake mixes, Merriman shares her creative ideas for making beautiful and delicious cakes for any occasion or holiday. The step-by-step photo tutorials and expert advice guarantee perfect results every time. The book includes unique flavor combinations like Rocket Pop Piñata Cake and Coconut Macadamia White Chocolate Cake. With stunning visuals and easy-to-follow instructions, this book is perfect for bakers of all levels. Overall, I'll Bring The Cake is an irresistible addition to any baking collection.

The Stay-at-Home Chef Family Favorites Cookbook is a hardcover cookbook featuring over 200 recipes for every meal and occasion. Rachel Farnsworth, the founder of The Stay-at-Home Chef, shares her family and fan favorites, including traditional and less-traditional dishes, along with insightful tutorials. The book also includes QR codes linking to videos for each recipe. The beautiful hardcover binding and incredible photography throughout make it a perfect addition to any kitchen. Overall, The Stay-at-Home Chef Family Favorites Cookbook is a must-have for anyone who loves delicious, satisfying meals made with everyday ingredients.

The Teacher Appreciation Book is a creative fill-in-the-blank venture designed as a perfect gift for your favorite teacher. It is a beautiful and personalized book printed on high-quality paper, making it an excellent medium for crayons, markers, colored pencils, and paint. This book is not your typical gift for teachers, such as a tote bag or an engraved mug. Instead, it's a thoughtful way to express appreciation while allowing you to add your personal touch to the gift. The Teacher Appreciation Book is a unique and heartwarming way to show gratitude to the teacher who has made a difference in your life or your child's education.

The Ninja Creami Cookbook 2023 is a great resource for anyone who wants to make delicious ice cream, gelato, sorbet, and more at home with ease. With over 1500 recipes and a basic guide for beginners, this cookbook is perfect for those who are new to using the Ninja CREAMi machine. The book's fuss-free instructions and multiple flavorful recipes make it an excellent addition to any kitchen. Overall, this budget cooking book is a must-have for anyone who loves homemade ice cream and wants to master their new machine.

The Book on Pie by Erin Jeanne McDowell is a comprehensive guide to baking perfect pies. It covers everything from the basics of mixing pie dough to expert tips for decorating and styling. With recipes for all kinds of pies, including fruit, custard, cream, savory, and mini, this book has something for everyone. McDowell also suggests recommended pie doughs and toppings with each recipe for infinitely customizable pies. The helpful tips, photographic guides, and inspirations make it almost like having Erin in the kitchen baking pies with you. Overall, this book is a must-have for any pie lover and a great addition to any baking book collection.

Muy Bueno: FIESTAS is a stunning cookbook that features more than 100 traditional and contemporary Mexican-inspired recipes and DIY crafts for every occasion. From Valentine's Day to Día de los Muertos, this cookbook has got it all covered. The book offers step-by-step instructions for making holiday-themed crafts that are fun for children and grown-ups alike. With its gorgeous food photography, detailed recipe directions, and wealth of tips to guide you in the kitchen, Muy Bueno: FIESTAS turns every day into a celebration. Overall, this cookbook is a must-have for anyone who loves Mexican cuisine and wants to add a touch of fiesta to their cooking.

Brilliant Bites by Maegan Brown is a must-have cookbook for anyone who loves to entertain. The book features 75 small bites that are visually stunning and deliciously enticing. The recipes are perfect for family-friendly entertaining, parties, special occasions, breakfast, brunch, snacks, and meals. There are even holiday-themed bites for Valentine's Day, Halloween, and Christmas. The book also includes 11 creative cocktails and mocktails to pair with the finger foods. With stunning photos accompanying every recipe, these easy-to-make bites are sure to impress your guests. Overall, Brilliant Bites is a fantastic addition to any cookbook collection.

The Grill Bible • Smoker Cookbook 2023 is a comprehensive guide to grilling and smoking meat like a pro. It offers 1200 days of juicy and delicious recipes, including the secrets to cooking the perfect brisket and using the right rubs and wood pellets. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced pitmaster, this cookbook has something to offer. The author, ICEWIL, provides expert advice on maintaining and mastering the grill with style and showmanship. Overall, The Grill Bible • Smoker Cookbook 2023 is a must-have for anyone who wants to impress their guests with tender and juicy BBQ dishes.