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Instagram’s Most Droolworthy Holiday Baking Inspo

by Hillary Eaton

When it comes to the holidays, there’s one tasty activity that gets even the scrooge into the spirit: baking. And because there’s nothing that says happy holidays quite like biting into a spiced Christmas cookie or a spoonful of warm toffee pudding, we’ve pulled together Instagram’s best baking inspiration. From the classic to the inventive, these sweet treats are sure to inspire your inner pastry chef.

@sbsfood

Rudolph Biscuits

While these adorable Rudolph holiday cookies may seem like a lot of work, they are actually the product of one wonderfully sneaky trick. Turn a gingerbread man cookie upside down before decorating. See it now? You know what that means: You totally got this.

@janespatisserie

Christmas Chocolate Bark

This deceptively easy-to-execute white chocolate Christmas bark is all kinds of delicious and is colorful enough to get you in the spirit of the season. Even better, it’s the perfect bake-able gift to give away as a gift.

@janespatisserie

Red Velvet Christmas Cupcakes

It's not like we need a holiday to get behind red velvet cupcakes, but these ones take one of our favorite flavors to whole new holiday heights.

@sweetannas

Norwegian Almond Butter Cookies

Festive almond-flavored cookies are delicious in their own right but these red and green-embellished ones are the perfect way to spread the holiday cheer this year. And let's face it, anything with sprinkles always makes for a perfectly ‘grammable desert.

@sweetannas

Gluten And Dairy-Free Coconut Macarons

Who says Christmas baked goods are bad for you? These gluten-free, reduced-sugar macaroons are all kinds of festive while remaining healthy, giving you the best of both worlds.

@thefoodobsessive

Chocolate-Dipped Cardamom Fudge

While this delicious chocolate cardamom fudge may not look super holiday inspired, these spice-filled, bite-sized pieces are all kinds of holiday indulgence.

@pforpeckish

Sticky Toffee Pudding

If the holidays have you in the mood for some classic Christmas baking, look no further than this richly spiced sticky toffee pudding. Bonus: it’s also gluten free!