If you’re anything like us, you’ve made a list (and checked it twice!) and discovered that there’s a whole lot to do during the holidays. From planning appetizers for cocktail get-togethers to baking cookies for Santa, your days are likely filled with plenty of cooking, baking and hosting. That’s why it’s always a good idea to keep a shortcut or two in your back pocket—simple recipes that come together quickly, giving you more time for what’s really important. That’s where these dishes come in. They sacrifice nothing in terms of flavor or presentation, but help you accomplish more in less time. You’ll find impressive mains, crowd-pleasing cocktails and even some easy cookie recipes. Whatever you decide to make, be sure to save a spot on your menu for these miniature cherry pies. They come together in an hour with premade pie crust and canned cherry pie filling but look like fancy, bakery-made confections thanks to the help of a miniature Christmas tree cookie cutter.

This quick and easy peppermint fudge is a festive treat made with just a few ingredients, perfect for holiday gifting or a sweet seasonal indulgence. Creamy, rich and topped with crushed peppermint, it comes together in minutes.

This no-bake wreath is a very merry quick treat that’s perfect for a make-and-take gift or as an easy holiday project with kids. You’ll need just store-bought Danish butter cookies (there always seems to a blue tin of them around during the holidays!), some white chocolate for melting and some easy red-and-green decorations and candies. It’s fun and festive, there’s almost no cleanup and you don’t even need to turn on the oven.

Nutty gruyere cheese is the perfect complement to sweet-tart cranberry. Served together in a bite-size phyllo cup, they make the perfect holiday appetizer.

Easily upgrade fresh green beans for the holidays with just a few flavorful ingredients. In this recipe, spicy chili flakes, savory garlic and fresh rosemary work together to make an otherwise simple side dish shine.

Sunny’s easy beef tenderloin with holiday pesto is a showstopping main dish that's both elegant and effortless. Juicy, tender meat pairs perfectly with a vibrant, festive pesto for a flavorful holiday centerpiece.

Wondering how a tasty cheese ball becomes a festive Christmas tree? A coating of fresh green herbs and pomegranate seed 'ornaments' will do the trick!

A simple twist on mulled wine? Use white instead of red! It will completely change the taste, without sacrificing the classic holiday flavor from the warm baking spices.

Candied nuts, homemade dressing and a bounty of sweet fruit — what's not to love about this holiday-worthy salad?

Whip up a quick gingerbread-inspired sauce for sundaes and you've got the perfect holiday dessert!

Look again: This savory candy cane-shaped appetizer is filled with all the fixings of a pepperoni pizza. A sweet basil bow is the final touch.

These holiday sugar cookies sparkle like winter snow! Vegan marshmallows don't have gelatin in them and are the key to an ooey gooey center that stays fluffy throughout baking.