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    Home » Christmas

    12 Cute & Easy Christmas Cookies Anyone Can Make

    By Matt Ulmer on December 4, 2023, updated January 2, 2024 - 1 Comment

    Can you believe it's December already? We've got your back with a no-nonsense roundup of 12 cute and crazy-easy Christmas cookies that literally anyone can make. Get ready to have your cookies be the talk of the holiday when your guests wont be able to have enough of them!

    Butterball Cookies

    Butterball Cookies
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    These Butterball Cookies are easy to make and taste amazing. A given for Christmas, they taste just as delicious year round. With chopped hazelnuts for a crunchy touch.

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    Pillsbury Christmas Cookies

    Pillsbury Christmas Cookies
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    These Double Decker Christmas Cookies made with Pillsbury Christmas Cookies are a simple and festive dessert sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face at your next Christmas party!

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    Chocolate Dipped Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Chocolate Dipped Chocolate Chip Cookies
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    Christmas Chocolate Chip Cookies are an easy cookie that is dipped and chocolate and covered in sprinkles. They’re chewy on the outside and soft in the middle.

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    Cinnamon Applesauce Ornaments

    Cinnamon Applesauce Ornaments
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    These Cinnamon Applesauce Ornaments are a fun and festive craft for decorating with and attaching to presents. Grab the kids because they’ll love making these with you!

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    Mrs. Claus Cookies

    Mrs. Claus Cookies
    Photo Credit: kitchen fun with my 3 sons.

    Santa always seems to take all the sweets during Christmas, so why don’t we leave some behind for his wife with these Mrs. Claus Cookies? They are red velvet cookies with white chocolate peppermint balls in the center.

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    Christmas Cookie Bars

    Christmas Cookie Bars
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    This Christmas Cookie Bars recipe is so festive and fun for the holidays! Filled with M&M’s, chocolate chips, and sprinkles this recipe takes just 15 minutes to prepare and will be perfect for a Christmas buffet, cookie trays or little goodie bags for your loved ones.

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    Christmas Linzer Cookies

    Christmas Linzer Cookies
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    Linzer Cookies are an iconic cookie exchange recipe everyone loves. Loaded with classic shortbread flavor and the tartness of raspberry jam, these look difficult but are truly easy to make!

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    The Best Sugar Cookie Recipe

    The Best Sugar Cookie Recipe
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    This is the best Cut Out Sugar Cookie Recipe for holiday baking! These easy cookies have amazingly buttery flavor, soft and chewy texture and hold their shape for decorating.

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    Christmas Thumbprint Cookies

    Christmas Thumbprint Cookies
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    These Christmas thumbprint cookies are the perfect addition to your cookie tray! They’re easy to make and taste delicious. These cookies are the perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit! These festive cookies will be asked for again and again.

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    Gingerbread Man Cookies

    Gingerbread Man Cookies
    Photo Credit: kitchen fun with my 3 sons.

    Gingerbread Man Cookies are a classic holiday treat. This recipe doesn’t require chilling like most do, and is loaded with the classic ginger flavor you want. A perfect addition to your list of Christmas Cookies, these gingerbread cookies will soon be a family-favorite recipe.

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    Christmas Pinwheel Cookies

    Christmas Pinwheel Cookies
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    No Who down in Who-ville can resist the mesmerizing swirls of Christmas Pinwheel Cookies rolled in nonpareil sprinkles for an extra festive touch! These swirly treats are sure to be the talk of your next cookie exchange!

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    Melted Snowman Cookies

    Melted Snowman Cookies
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    These snowman cookies are perfect for celebrating the start of the holiday season! Soft sugar cookies are decorated with vanilla frosting, chocolate, and candies to make these adorable little melting snowmen. Customize them any way you’d like, or follow these instructions for a cute and festive winter treat.

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    Storebought Wins: 10 Foods That Are NOT Better Homemade

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    A lot of the time we value homemade food much higher than what we get from the store. And in many cases, this is correct - homemade is better. But for some foods, this is definitely not the case. Whether due to the difficulty of making it, lack of access to the right ingredients, or just the homemade version missing that special "something" we get in the storebought version - some foods are just not worth it making at home. Read on for the 10 top foods that are NOT better homemade, as decided by a group of foodies on an internet forum.

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    12 Most Overrated Restaurant Chains In The United States

    A cashier at McDonald's handing over a bag of food.
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    Curious about which restaurant chains live up to the hype, and which definitely do not? Join us as we explore the 12 restaurant chains that have sparked a lively debate in a recent internet forum discussion. While these establishments may have garnered popularity, they're not without their share of critics. We'll delve into what makes these chains some of the most overrated in the nation, shedding light on the dining experiences that might leave you questioning the hype.

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    You're Doing It Wrong! 12 Common Cooking Mistakes Almost All Home Cooks Make.

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    There are some mistakes almost all home cooks make, no matter how experienced and for how long they have been cooking. Recently, a group of foodies, where many of them have worked in the restaurant industry, started discussing what the most common mistakes home cooks make are, and the results were eye-opening. I am a professional recipe creator, and even I admit to making some of these mistakes on occasion!

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    Dump, Bake, and Enjoy: 13 Hands-Off Recipes Done in 30 Minutes or Less.

    Pizza Baked Butter Beans
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    Imagine making a delicious meal with just a few simple steps and less than 30 minutes of your time. Well, you can do just that with these 13 dump-and-bake recipes! They're perfect for busy days when you want something tasty without all the fuss.

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    12 Common Groceries That Are A Total Waste Of Money

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    Are you tired of feeling like your grocery bills are climbing higher and higher each month? You're not alone. We're about to uncover a secret that could save you a significant amount of money, so you can spend it where you really need it instead! Get ready to discover the 12 common groceries that might just be a total waste of your hard-earned cash. Buckle up, savvy shoppers, it's time to make your grocery list smarter and more budget-friendly!

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    1. Sweet E's Bake Shop

      November 26, 2024 at 5:15 am

      These easy-to-make Christmas cookies are sure to bring smiles all season!

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