Bake

These light and creamy French macarons make a sophisticated hostess gift—and they're easier to make at home than you might think. 

These easy yet elegant cashew meringues with rich amaretto buttercream icing will look stunning on a holiday cookie plate. 

These wafer-thin and crispy hazelnut lace cookies are brightened by a burst of citrus zest. 

We drew baking inspiration from Vienna's charming markets and enchanting Alpine traditions for these beautiful and festive holiday cookies.

These sophisticated scroll cookies require making your own mincemeat (worth it) but also use a major short cut: store-bought puff pastry sheets.