12 Last-Minute Christmas Desserts With 5 Ingredients or Less

If you are short on time but still want to make something delicious and satisfying, then you are in the right place.

With my 12 Christmas dessert recipes, you won’t have any problem whipping something up – EVEN IF IT IS LAST MINUTE. 

1) Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream By Eating Well

You need just 2 ingredients to make this delicious ice cream. It is one of my selected desserts for this year’s Christmas. Guess what? It‘s sweet and satisfying with no added sugar. 

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2) Peanut Butter Cookies By Allrecipes

This is one of my favorite cookies to make. It comes out perfectly EVERYTIME. Perfect for last-minute magic, you can quickly whip this up when you’re short on time. 

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3) Mini Apple Pies By Whitney Bond

These pies are so easy to make and perfect for sharing at special events like Christmas parties, and so on. They disappear from the table within minutes. 

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4) Tomato-Cheddar Cheese Toast By Eating Well

This is one of my favorite quick snack recipes. The best part is that this cheese toast is loved by all. So, you can be sure that your guests will have something good to say after their first bite. 

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5) Blueberry Cobbler By Allrecipes

If you want something very easy to make, try out this delicious blueberry cobbler. It’s a nice Christmas treat. 

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6) Bailey’s Fudge By Chisel and Fork

Perfect for any occasion, Baileys fudge fits perfectly as a Christmas dessert. It’s also incredibly quick to make.

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7) Caramel Apple Dump Cake By Whitney Bond

The inclusion of caramel brings a unique twist to apple dump cake. This is one of the easiest, last-minute dessert recipes out there. 

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8) Monkey Bread By Savory Experiments

Monkey bread is made with simple, everyday ingredients. This is a total showstopper, which makes it a must-have on your Christmas dessert table. 

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9) Keto-Friendly Ice Cream By Wholesome Yum

I included this in my list for those with dietary restrictions. Although, this ice cream isn’t just keto-friendly but also INDULGENTLY SATISFYING. So, it’s like enjoying the best of two worlds per scoop.

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10) Yogurt With Blueberries and Honey By Eating Well

You don’t want to miss out on this dessert. It is sweet, flavorful, and satisfying. There is no better after-meal Christmas treat than this. 

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11) Apple Dump Cake By Simplyrecipes

With this simple recipe, you can whip up one of the most delicious dump cakes EVER. The secret ingredient that makes the difference? CINNAMON. Trust me, there is no perfect time to serve this other than Christmas. 

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12) Almond Butter Oat Balls By Two Peas and Their Pod

Almond butter oat balls are healthy, chewy, and delicious. They are easy to make and perfect for a grab-and-go Christmas dessert.

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So, did you like all my suggestions? I hope so!

Before you go, also check out these super easy Christmas candy recipes and these no-bake dessert ideas for Christmas.

Merry Christmas!