Menu Enter a recipe name, ingredient, keyword...

Special Occasion Faves - 1660 recipes

Google Ads

More Occasions and Holidays recipes

By

These delicious almond-apricot cookies are best served with a cup of tea and make a great additions to any festive ...

  • 2 1/2 cups flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/3 cup apricot preserves
  • 1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
4.1/5 (49 Votes)

By

Rich and creamy White Chocolate Blueberry Cheesecake! What are you waiting for, click that heart icon!

  • GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST:
  • 2 cups graham crackers, pulsed into crumbs
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • WHITE CHOCOLATE BLUEBERRY CHEESECAKE FILLING:
  • 3 (8-ounce) blocks full-fat cream cheese, very soft
  • 1 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt, room temperature
  • 3 large eggs plus 2 egg yolks, room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 8 ounces white chocolate, chopped, melted and slightly cooled
  • FRESH BLUEBERRY SWIRL:
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • GARNISH:
  • 4 ounces white chocolate, grated (optional)
  • Fresh whipped cream, optional
  • 1/2 cup blueberries, optional
4.7/5 (11 Votes)

By

A delicious, homemade, healthy version of Ranch seasoning mix that is gluten free, Paleo, Whole30 and no dairy

  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 4 tablespoon parsley
  • 3 teaspoons dill weed
  • 2 teaspoons dried chives
  • 4 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 4 teaspoons onion powder
  • 4 teaspoons dried onion flakes
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper
4.7/5 (11 Votes)

By

This Candy Cane Cheese Danish makes a great presentation on any holiday spread

  • CANDY CANE:
  • 2 tubes crescent rolls
  • 1 package Philly Cream Cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 can cherry pie filling
  • GLAZE:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk, whole preferred
4.5/5 (15 Votes)

By

A classic American burger combination, Swiss cheese uniquely complements savory sautéed mushrooms

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 1/2 pound ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese
  • 6 hamburger rolls
4.8/5 (12 Votes)

By

Try this version of Gluten-Free Stuffing, made with quinoa and red rice stuffing mix

  • 1 packet quinoa and red rice (included with mix)
  • 3 1/4 cups water
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Unsalted butter for baking dish, plus 3 tablespoons
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 bunch Tuscan kale (about 8 ounces) stems removed and leaves thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
  • 1 packet spices (included with mix)
  • 1 packet dried cranberries (included with mix)
  • 1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
  • Zest 1 lemon
  • 1 cup vegetable stock, warmed
  • Shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese for serving (optional)
4.7/5 (11 Votes)

By

Apple cobbler is such a delicious treat, but usually a lot of work! Try this recipe for all the deliciousness with

  • 3 large granny smith apples, peeled and sliced
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
4.3/5 (28 Votes)

By

These Halloween cookie bites are the perfect treat for the spooky day! Bake them for a party or just to get in a fe

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Yellow food coloring
  • Red food coloring
4.5/5 (26 Votes)

By

Candied popcorn is so easy to make with this recipe! This recipe can be personalized to whatever holiday or occasi...

  • 12 cups popped popcorn
  • 1 (14-ounce) can Eagle Brand® Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 1 (3-ounce) package cherry or other flavored gelatin
4.1/5 (58 Votes)

By

Yum! Pesto made with peas, basil, garlic, walnuts and lemon juice

  • 1 container basil
  • 1 bunch parsley (small amount reserved to sprinkle on pasta)
  • 1 bag petite green peas
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1/3 cup walnuts
  • 1/3 cup vegan parm
  • 1 lemon zest and juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Water to desired consistency
  • Sundried tomatoes
  • Spinach
4.8/5 (5 Votes)

By

This recipe comes from King Arthur Flour, and it's a winner! I love baking homemade cinnamon rolls, and I enjoy mak...

  • DOUGH:
  • 1 1/4 cups lukewarm milk
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 3 1/2 cups (14 3/4-ounces) King Arthur Unbleached Bread Flour
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons instant yeast
  • FILLING:
  • 1/2 cup of your favorite pizza sauce
  • 2 cups mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese, shredded, Cabot preferred; or the pizza cheese of your choice
  • 4 ounces (about 1 cup) pepperoni, chopped or shredded
  • Garlic butter* (optional)
  • Shredded Parmesan cheese (optional)
4.8/5 (5 Votes)

By

Easy to make and only requires a few ingredients, this no bake Healthy Paleo Fudge is so satisfying and tasty you w...

  • 6 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
  • 6 tablespoons (3-ounces) virgin coconut oil
  • 1 pound medjool or deglet noor dates, pitted*
  • 1/2 cup (4 fluid ounces) cream or full fat coconut milk
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder, (40 g)
4.5/5 (6 Votes)

Any burning questions? Our chefs answer!

Healthy Paleo Fudge Lidia's Almond-Apricot Butter Cookies