11 Gingerbread Recipes to Try This Holiday Season

It's that time of year again when most diets consist of hot cocoa, peppermint, and, of course, gingerbread. There is just something about that beautiful blend of ginger, cinnamon, and sugar that makes you want to deck the halls and jingle all the way. (Too many holiday references? Sorry, not sorry.) Most people are used to seeing gingerbread shaped into little people that are heavily decorated with frosting — and we’re not complaining about that. But if you want to switch up your typical holiday treat, consider one of the many gingerbread recipes out there.

Whether you’re in the mood for a light and chewy gingerbread cookie, and tangy gingerbread cheesecake, or something even more unique like a gingerbread milkshake, there is a gingerbread dessert for everyone. Heck, you could make an entire dessert table of gingerbread goodies. Just don’t be surprised if your family and friends beg you for the recipes after.