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    Crowd-Wowing Christmas Desserts

    By | Shine Food – Wed, Dec 14, 2011 3:07 PM EST

    You've been busy decking halls and making things merry and bright but now it's time for something sweet! Whether you're baking for a crowd or just your little ones, you'll be catching compliments left and right with these tasty treats.

    See five of our favorites here and then head to FamilyFun.go.com for 25 more recipes!

    Creating this chocolate snowman cake is fun for the whole family. My daughters enjoyed watching the snowman's personality …
    Smiling Snowman Cake
    Creating this chocolate snowman cake is fun for the whole family. My daughters enjoyed watching the snowman's personality emerge as we decorated him with candy and fruit leather.
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    Our version of this classic English confection is a festive feast for the eyes. The luscious layers of gingerbread …
    Gingerbread Trifle
    Our version of this classic English confection is a festive feast for the eyes. The luscious layers of gingerbread cake, vanilla custard, raspberries, and whipped cream form a dramatic dessert that also stacks up in taste.
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    This fun and deliciious Mexican treat is a great way to cap Christmas festivities.
    Mock Fried Ice Cream
    This fun and delicious Mexican treat is a great way to cap Christmas festivities.
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    This sour-cream coffee cake, with pockets of sweet cinnamon, makes a lovely gift for neighbors to enjoy on Christmas …
    Cinnamon Surprise Coffee Cake
    This sour-cream coffee cake, with pockets of sweet cinnamon, makes a lovely gift for neighbors to enjoy on Christmas morning -- or any other day.
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    Santa makes a special appearance on cute cupcakes that are sure to delight both young and old!
    Clause Cupcakes
    Santa makes a special appearance on cute cupcakes that are sure to delight both young and old!
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    CLICK HERE to See 25 more Christmas desserts!

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