When the temperatures drop, and our windowpanes fill with ice crystals, thoughts drift to foods that will warm our bellies and our hearts. If you need help deciding what to make in the winter, Dickey Farms is your source for new ideas or a twist on your favorite comfort foods.
Hearty Mains and Satisfying Sides
If you're craving hearty foods to give you a feeling of warmth and comfort this winter, here are some dinner-time recipes that are sure to please everyone:
- Meatloaf with hot pepper berry bacon jam glaze: For many, the classic meatloaf is the king of winter recipes. This simple, protein-rich meal features everything you love about the nostalgic comfort food, but with a hot twist — a Dickey Farms jam with the perfect blend of sweet, smoky and spicy flavors.
- Crockpot meatballs with raspberry chipotle sauce: Packed with savory flavor and great for batch cooking, some delicious crockpot meatballs can make those busy, cold nights a little easier. While this recipe features a raspberry chipotle sauce, you can swap it out with one of our tangy peach BBQ sauces.
Cozy Brunch Bakes
From snowy mornings to brunch dates where you brave the cold with friends, here are some winter comfort foods you'll love to share with the people who warm your heart:
- Crescent brie and cranberry pull-apart wreath: Warm yet elegant, our take on crescent-wrapped brie looks and tastes like a gourmet meal. Yet the use of store-bought crescent dough makes it effortless to create. The addition of cranberry relish brings a bright and tart flavor to this beloved appetizer.
- Baked french toast casserole with maple praline: Our comforting French toast casserole is the perfect blend of pantry staples — bread, eggs, and milk — with your favorite warming spices, such as cinnamon and nutmeg. Throw in some Georgia-grown pecans and rich maple praline syrup, and you've got a perfectly satisfying breakfast.
Winter Sweet Treats
There's a simple joy that comes from baking sweet treats when it's cold outside. If you're ready to make some cozy traditions this winter, here are our favorite sweet treats to get you started:
- Holiday lights jam sandwich cookies: Rich, buttery, slightly crumbly — our holiday-themed jam sandwich cookies have everything you want from a winter treat. Plus, the jam center creates a delightful texture and flavor balance. You can choose any jam that suits your fancy, but we love the festive blend of figs, raspberries, orange and ginger found in our FROG Jam.
- Pecan dreams: What better way to celebrate this wintery season than with our take on the classic snowball cookies? These delightful pecan treats are made from finely ground Georgia pecans, perfectly blended with flour and then dusted in powdered sugar to create a dreamy, snowy appearance.
- Holiday spiced pecans: Forget store-bought candied nuts. If you're stuck indoors, why not create your own coated pecan delights? Our spiced pecan treats feature a mix of warm spices and your favorite fresh syrup. Pop those into the oven for 15 minutes, and get ready to enjoy.
Bring Home the Taste of Georgia This Winter
At Dickey Farms, we believe winter meals should be comforting and delicious, with flavors everyone in your home can enjoy. Our farm-fresh jams, preserves, and specialty treats are the perfect addition to cozy recipes, making every meal a little more cheery.
Whether you're looking to whip up a casserole or indulge your sweet tooth, explore more delicious recipes from Dickey Farms to warm up your kitchen this winter.
