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    Home » Roundups

    10 Winter Fruit Desserts That Are Cozy Sweet Treats

    Published: Dec 28, 2024 · Modified: Feb 7, 2025 by bobbieblue

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    Summertime has ice cream sundaes, popsicles, and milkshakes. Fall is dominated by pumpkin, pumpkin, and a little more pumpkin on the side. Winter is a unique season because we all want warm, cozy desserts but need a relief from the pumpkin madness. Mix up the winter dessert options with fruity desserts featuring cranberries, lemons, oranges, and pears. The best treats are those that are unexpected!

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    Cranberry Cake

    Cranberry cake slices in squares.
    Photo Credit: Princess Pinky Girl

    Are you looking for something to bring to gatherings during the holiday season? Try making this cranberry cake. The tangy flavor from the cranberries combined with the buttery layers and sweetness giving you a melts-in-your-mouth cake experience will surely be one of the holiday table's centers of attraction.

    Get the Recipe: Cranberry Cake

    Cranberry Orange Cupcakes

    Orange cranberry cupcake with sugared-cranberry on top of cream cheese frosting.
    Photo Credit: Little Sunny Kitchen

    Cranberry orange cupcake is another way to level up your cranberry recipe. Infusing orange zest and juice into your cupcake with cream cheese frosting is a great way to unleash the holiday cheer of everyone at the table. Don't forget to add surged-cranberries to create a more festive vibe.

    Get the Recipe: Cranberry Orange Cupcakes

    Orange Bars

    Orange bars with swirled dark chocolate on top.
    Photo Credit: XOXO Bella

    The combination of orange and chocolate is a classic perfect combination and one way to use this combo is through orange bars. The orangey crust and the tangy layer topped with dark chocolate are sweet and fruity dessert bar must-have this holiday season.

    Get the Recipe: Orange Bars

    Apple Cranberry Pie

    Sliced apple cranberry pie on white with gold lining dessert plate.
    Photo Credit: Garlic & Zest

    Apples are classic especially when making pies, and adding cranberries to it? Next-level pie! Try out this apple cranberry pie on your next get-together to experience that sweet-fruity holiday feel.

    Get the Recipe: Apple Cranberry Pie

    Pear Crisp

    Heaven in a bowl of pear crisp with vanilla ice cream.
    Photo Credit: Little Sunny Kitchen

    Do you want a less-guilty pleasure dessert this holiday season? Pear crisp is what you are looking for. The combination of sliced cinnamon, fresh pears, and oats topped with vanilla ice cream is one of the best ways to enjoy the seasonal fruit, pear.

    Get Recipe: Pear Crisp

    Chocolate Orange Truffles

    Perfectly ball shaped chocolate orange truffles.
    Photo Credit: Princess Pinky Girl

    This chocolate orange truffle is perfect if you want an easy, no-bake sweet treat for your holiday menu! The sweet and citrusy decadent balls will surely be one of the best desserts for every gathering.

    Get the Recipe: Chocolate Orange Truffles

    Lemon Tart

    Beautifully plated lemon tart with missing slice.
    Photo Credit: XOXO Bella

    One of the classic heavenly desserts is this lemon tart. The citrusy and tangy flavor of the smooth and silky lemon curd filling and the tart's tasty crust will bring you the Paris bakery experience with every bite.

    Get the Recipe: Lemon Tart

    Pink Grapefruit Dessert Bars

    Stack of pink grapefruit dessert bars.
    Photo Credit: Garlic & Zest

    This unique pink grapefruit dessert bar recipe is perfect if you are looking to serve something new. This citrus, buttery, and soft dessert bar is also a great addition to your dessert bar menu.

    Get the Recipe: Pink Grapefruit Dessert Bars

    Pear Upside-Down Cake

    Whole serving of pear upside-down cake.
    Photo Credit: Garlic & Zest

    Pear upside-down cake is a classy, elegant dessert you can serve at memorable celebrations like Christmas, New Year's Eve, or even Thanksgiving. The fresh pears go well with the caramel and moist cake. It is a must-try sweet and fruity treat for everyone at the table.

    Get the Recipe: Pear Upside-Down Cake

    Apple Cranberry Tart w/ Walnut Crust

    Sliced apple cranberry tart w/ walnut crust plated in white dessert plate.
    Photo Credit: Garlic & Zest

    Level up your tart with the level-up crust. This apple cranberry tart with a walnut crust is a game-changer and a show-stopper on your table this holiday. Make it more special by topping it with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

    Get the Recipe: Apple Cranberry Tart w/ Walnut Crust

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    Hi, I'm Bobbie! Welcome to Blue's Best Life. I'm a self-taught cook that loves to cook wholesome meals while still enjoying a truly decadent dessert, because there is always room for a little something sweet!

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