When the holidays roll around, there’s nothing we look forward to more than baking. Whether we’re whipping up a plate of Christmas cookies, building a gingerbread house or making a batch of fudge, there’s no denying that festive treats are the most fun to make. That’s why you’ll find so many recipes in this roundup: Christmas cakes, festive cupcakes and even homemade holiday candies—we’ve got all the Yuletide treats you could ever need. Want to try something new this year? These adorable snow globe cheesecakes are a no-bake masterpiece. Each little cheesecake is topped with a glassy gelatin globe speckled silver glitter, as if freshly shaken. The best part is, you can eat every bit!

For these adorable cupcakes in holiday shapes, you don’t need to buy fancy molds or cutters. Simply roll foil into balls and tuck them into standard muffin cups. Using a box mix batter makes them even easier. This recipe makes a pair of the following six iconic holiday shapes: reindeer, gingerbread men, mittens, snowmen, angels and snowflakes. After baking, go to town decorating the cupcakes with frosting, candies and sprinkles. The results are very achievable and oh-so impressive!

A double-stack of peppermint-swirled bundts make for an impressive "hill" on which to place an adorable snowman. Sure, he's a little panicked dripping down the sides (!) — but we can't help but smile at his cute face.

A great project for kids, these vibrant popcorn treats don’t require any stovetop cooking. Make sure to let the popcorn mixture cool before adding the candy, so the pieces hold their shape and doesn't melt.