If you're looking to venture off the beaten path in the kitchen this holiday season, this is the cookbook for you. While there are a few traditional goodies like very merry peppermint patties and spiced apple cider donuts, the majority of the offerings are trendier. It includes an assortment of appetizers and charcuterie that would make ideal party platters. There are also beverages, desserts, main and side dishes to try out. Lots of the included recipes probably don't scream Christmas, but a plate of Mama's lasagna cups or Abuelo's Feliz fajitas might become a year-round go to.

This was the most perfect christmas cookbook ever. I made. Not only is it SO CUTE but the food all looks amazing! I’ve only made the Cinnamon Cozy Carrot Cake but it was perfect and I will be buying the book to try the rest!

The Cozy Christmas Cookbook by Taylor Vance is a delightful collection of recipes that perfectly captures the magic of the holiday season. With Christmas just around the corner, this cookbook is an ideal resource for anyone planning to celebrate with friends and family. It’s filled with easy-to-make recipes sure to please a crowd, and the beautifully photographed dishes provide plenty of inspiration.

One of the standout features of this cookbook is its versatility—it caters to both novice and experienced chefs alike. The tips, tricks, and thoughtful introductions to each recipe add a personal touch and make the instructions even more accessible. Whether you’re preparing a traditional holiday feast or a casual gathering with loved ones, this book has something for everyone.

The Cozy Christmas Cookbook is a must-have if you want to create memorable meals this holiday season.

Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group – Rock Point for providing me with an e-book ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I was not a fan of this title, most of the recipes seemed lazy and unoriginal. I like the cover of it though.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an e-arc of this book in exchange for an honest review.
The most Christmas-y thing about this book were the titles of each recipe, not the recipes themselves, the titles. Some recipes do seem interesting, but they don't have much to do with Christmas. I don't think any of those recipes would find themselves on a Christmas dinner list, or at least not on mine. I like the concept, but the execution is just a collection of recipes who can be given Christmas-related titles.

This was really cute and festive, and I found a few recipes that I might try this year for the holidays. The recipes are easy to follow, the photos are great, and the names of recipes are also cute. Thanks to the publisher and netgalley for the advanced copy in exchange for review.

The illustrations in this book are so cute. The titles of the recipes are all holiday inspired too, like Home for the Holidays Charcuterie or Simply Having a Wonderful Celery Soup.

There is an interesting variety of recipes, many that I plan on trying. I think everyone will find something to enjoy in this holiday cookbook.

The Cozy Christmas Cookbook brings a festive, stylish twist to holiday recipes. With 50 modern, easy-to-follow dishes, it’s designed to make your celebrations cozy yet chic, with recipes that balance traditional flavors and trendy updates.

Beautiful, pun-filled recipes that seem easy to follow and make. I especially liked the mini-quiche's, white christmas nog, and the vegan mac and cheese recipes. I also liked that there wasn't just a few recipes that are considered "normal" christmas food but that there were other good foods (again with punny names!) like the fajitas or purple potatoes that also sound really good to eat and make.

This is a great cookbook for cozy and easy Christmastime meals!
The charming introductions and descriptions make it really enjoyable to use, and I love the word plays in the names of the dishes!
Adorable graphics and great photos of the recipes make the book extremely appealing. I like that measurements are provided in both ounces and grams, inches and centimeters, etc. and cups are given an equivalent in grams.
I'm glad it has recipes for different skill levels, and the instructions are clear and easy to follow.
I like how there's really everything in this cookbook - appetizers, dinners, breakfasts, drinks, desserts and more!
The index at the end is a great handy addition 🙂

What a fun book, especially for families cooking with kids for Christmas. They will love the names and most of the food is very kid friendly as well. Never fear, there are some items for adults as well. This would be a lovely gift.

I found this cookbook to be easy to understand and follow.
If I’m honest I don’t think I’d have used many of the recipes but that’s because I come from a family of fussy folk 😂

The presentation felt more focused on young adults than say someone in their 30s cooking their umpteenth Christmas dinner

I received a free ebook copy from NetGalley in exchange for a fair review.

This is a pretty basic Christmas cookbook. Lots of cute names for recipes, but not really anything adventurous or particularly interesting. It’s ok as a beginner book and with some nice ideas as jumping off points.

I am always on the lookout for new and inventive recipes to change up my usual go-to's, and this cookbook definitely gave me some good ideas. First off, the names of all the recipes are so cute! Some standouts I will definitely be trying are:
Stocking Stuffer Artichokes
Quiche Me Under the Mistletoe
The Nice List Grilled Asparagus Salad
Big Sister's Christmas Spinach Artichoke Chicken

I am most excited to try. I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas Nog because it uses cashews and almond milk in an interesting twist. I really loved that the ingredients used were healthy and less toxic than you see in typical recipes. It was nice to see as I am trying to reduce the amount of toxic ingredients in cooking for my family. I definitely recommend this cookbook if you want to change up your holiday recipes or want to swap out certain ingredients for healthier options.

Thank you to Netgalley and Rock Point Publishing for the opportunity to view this cute cookbook

Almost everyone has their Christmas traditions, but it seems there is always room to add a few new things. Anyone looking for new ideas will want to pick up a fun cookbook, The Cozy Christmas Cookbook: 50 Recipes to Rediscover the Magic of the Season, by Taylor Vance. This excellent holiday cookbook has plenty of ideas for new dishes for the holidays. Many have clever, festive names, and most of the dishes will be very appealing to family and friends of all ages.

The recipes are written in the traditional manner with the ingredients listed first, followed by step-by-step instructions that are easy to understand and follow. This insures that every cook, from beginning to advanced will have an easy time recreating the dishes. The author has also added comments and tips preceding each recipe that are interesting and helpful.

One of the best parts of this cookbook is that almost every recipe includes beautiful, professional photographs which make the dishes even more mouthwatering. Anyone perusing this cookbook will find themselves making a long list of “must make soon” recipes to try out on their families before the special day.

All told, those who like holiday cookbooks will want to look at adding this excellent one to their holiday cookbook shelf.

Special thanks to NetGalley for supplying a review copy of this book.

This is a great cookbook! The recipes are creative and unique. The recipes are all Christmas themed and look fun to create. I would recommend this! Special Thank You to Taylor Vance, Quarto Publishing Group and NetGalley for allowing me to read a complimentary copy in exchange for an honest review.

PROS: This a good book for someone who is learning how to cook and will be the host of a christmas party, the recipes are simple and the instructions easy to follow. I'm thankfull for the advance reading.

CONS: I was interested in this book because I wanted to find some innovation for my christmas main dishes, and even though I liked that there are vegetables in a lot of them, they did not inspire me to make them.

Thankyou Taylor Vance and NetGalley for the cool cookbook
My personal favorites are Mama’s Lasagna Cup and Nana’s Potato and Parsnip Mash with Gravy! And for the drink, always Double Hot Chocolate! It would require more improv because many of the ingredient a bit hard to find in my country, but I’m always welcome ingredient hunting!! I can’t wait to try them for christmas!!

The Cozy Christmas Cookbook is an absolute delight! This cookbook perfectly combines the festive cheer of holiday classics with innovative twists that make each dish feel fresh and modern. With a selection of 50 recipes, it covers everything from savory starters to sweet treats and even unique drinks, ensuring there’s something for every kind of gathering this season.

The recipes seem tailor-made to impress, with options like Cranberry and Brie Stuffed Mushrooms for appetizers, Saffron and Orange Glazed Ham for the main course, and the ultra-festive Matcha White Chocolate Peppermint Lattes and Spiced Ginger Mule Mocktail for drinks. This book doesn’t shy away from adding trendy ingredients and presentations, making it ideal for hosts who want to elevate traditional Christmas flavors.

The sidebars with prep tips and anecdotes add a personal touch, making the cookbook feel warm and approachable—like you’re getting holiday hosting tips from a good friend. You’re starting with the Pumpkin Pie Crème Brûlées, which sounds like a decadent, festive treat. Let me know how they turn out; I bet they'll be a perfect cozy dessert to kick off the holiday season!

A compilation of festive recipes that get you nicely set up for Christmas. I will be making a few from this book.