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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    28 Best Christmas Cookies Ever

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on December 18, 2024, updated December 20, 2024 - 1 Comment

    Christmas cookies are a beloved tradition that brings warmth and joy to the holiday season. From classic sugar cookies decorated with colorful icing to rich gingerbread men and chewy chocolate chip treats, these festive delights are perfect for sharing with family and friends. Baking and enjoying these cookies together creates lasting memories and adds a sweet touch to holiday celebrations.

    Vanilla Sugar Cookies

    Cut-Out Vegan Sugar Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Addicted to Dates.

    These vegan sugar cookies are soft and light with a nice vanilla bean flavor. They’re decorated with colorful vegan royal icing, making them a fun treat to bake for Christmas.

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    Classic Gingerbread Cookies

    Vegan Gingerbread Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Evergreen Kitchen,

    Vegan gingerbread cookies are soft in the center and crunchy around the edges. They’re easy to make with just one bowl and no special ingredients, perfect for sharing during the Christmas season.

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    Cinnamon Applesauce Ornaments

    Cinnamon Applesauce Ornaments
    Photo Credit: Food Folks and Fun.

    Cinnamon Applesauce Ornaments are a fun way to add some holiday cheer to your decorations and gifts. They’re easy to make, so it’s a great activity to do with the kids.

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    Oreo Ornament Cookies

    Oreo Ornament Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Kathryn's Kitchen Blog.

    Oreo Ornament Cookies are a simple and fun no-bake treat for Christmas. These cookies are dipped in chocolate and decorated with sprinkles and a Rolo candy, making them a great addition to cookie trays and holiday gatherings.

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    Biscuits Speculoos

    Biscuits Speculoos.
    Photo Credit: Mad About Macarons.

    These gingerbread men are perfect for the holidays and can be decorated in fun ways. When it's not the holiday season, you can make them in different shapes, and they’re just as tasty as Biscoff cookies with a hint of lime zest, staying crispy for days.

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    Swedish Gingerbread Cookies

    Swedish Gingerbread Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Caroline's Cooking.

    Pepparkakor are sweet and crispy Swedish gingerbread cookies that are spiced just right. They're simple to whip up and perfect for Christmas, and you can have fun decorating them with icing if you want.

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    Butterball Cookies

    Butterball Cookies
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    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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    Grinch Cake Mix Cookies

    Grinch Cake Mix Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Kathryn's Kitchen Blog.

    These Grinch cookies are perfect for the holiday season. With a simple cake mix and fun heart sprinkles, they look just like the Grinch and are sure to be a hit with everyone.

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    Chocolate Cherry Crinkle Cookies

    Chocolate Cherry Crinkle Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Our Love Language is Food.

    These cherry chocolate crinkle cookies are a delightful treat for anyone who enjoys the mix of cherry and chocolate. With their cute red and white appearance, they are wonderfully chewy and perfect for the holiday season.

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    Classic Sugar Cookies

    The Best Sugar Cookie Recipe
    Photo Credit: kitchen fun with my 3 sons.

    These cut out sugar cookies are perfect for holiday baking. They have a rich buttery flavor, a soft and chewy texture, and keep their shape well for decorating.

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    Christmas Pinwheel Cookies

    Christmas Pinwheel Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Sugar Hero.

    These colorful Pinwheel Sugar Cookies are a fun treat for the holiday season. With a simple sugar cookie dough, they come together in a lovely red, white, and green spiral that looks great on any dessert table.

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    Santa Claus Cut Out Cookie

    Santa Claus Cut Out Cookie.
    Photo Credit: Binky's Culinary Carnival.

    These cookies have a nice crunch on the outside and a soft center, making them a great choice for any occasion. They’re delicious on their own or can be decorated for a festive touch.

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    Gingerbread Tree Cookies

    Gingerbread Tree Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Eat the Love.

    Gingerbread Tree Cookies are simple to whip up and great for kids to help with. They're a fun treat to enjoy during the Christmas season and are sure to delight everyone.

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     Peppermint Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

     Peppermint Chocolate Crinkle Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Casual Foodist.

    Peppermint Chocolate Crinkle Cookies are a festive treat that everyone loves. These rich cookies, dusted with powdered sugar, are simple to whip up and perfect for celebrating the holidays.

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    Christmas Tree Cookies

    Christmas Tree Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Veggie Desserts.

    These simple shortbread cookies are great for making festive Christmas tree shapes that you can decorate however you like. With just three easy ingredients, the dough is quick to prepare and can be transformed into a fun holiday treat.

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    Gingerbread Snowflake Cookies

    Gingerbread Snowflake Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Beyond the Chicken Coop,

    Gingerbread cookies shaped like snowflakes and topped with vanilla icing are a fun treat. These festive cookies are great for Christmas and any winter gathering.

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    Christmas Almond Chocolate Cups

    Christmas Almond Chocolate Cups.
    Photo Credit: Primavera Kitchen.

    Christmas Almond Chocolate Cups are simple to whip up with just three ingredients and no baking needed. They’re easy to prepare, tasty, and suitable for both gluten-free and vegan diets.

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    Soft Sugar Cookies with Sprinkles

    Soft Sugar Cookies with Sprinkles.
    Photo Credit: Broken Oven Baking.

    Sugar cookies with sprinkles are great for any celebration. These soft and chewy vanilla cookies are packed with colorful sprinkles and can be ready to enjoy in just 30 minutes.

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    Macaroon Kiss Cookies

    Macaroon Kiss Cookies.
    Photo Credit: The Cookin' Chicks.

    These cookies are perfect for anyone who loves coconut. Macaroon Kiss Cookies mix sweet coconut flakes with cream cheese to create a chewy treat that everyone will love!

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    No Spread Sugar Cookies

    No Spread Sugar Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Chenee Today.

    These sugar cookies are perfect for decorating and won't spread while baking. They're soft and easy to make, and you won't even need to chill the dough!

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    Mint Christmas Cookies

    Mint Christmas Cookies.
    Photo Credit: The Feathered Nester.

    Festive mint Christmas cookies are a delightful holiday treat. These chocolate mint cookies can be ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for sharing with family or leaving out for Santa.

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    Red Velvet Snickerdoodle Brookies

    Red Velvet Snickerdoodle Brookies.
    Photo Credit: Sense & Edibility.

    This rich combination of red velvet brownies and soft snickerdoodle cookies is sure to impress. It's a fun treat that brings together two favorites in one delicious bite.

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    German Christmas Cookies

    German Christmas Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Happy Kitchen.

    German Christmas cookies, known as Lebkuchen, are soft and flavorful treats that bring a festive touch to the holiday season. They’re simple to prepare and make great gifts for family and friends.

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    Sugar Plum Thumbprint Cookies

    Sugar Plum Thumbprint Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Blogghetti.

    Festive sugar plum thumbprint cookies are a great treat to set out for Santa. These sweet butter cookies, topped with frosting, gumdrops, and a sprinkle of powdered sugar, will brighten up your holiday cookie trays.

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    No Bake Christmas Wreath Cookies

    No Bake Christmas Wreath Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Crystal and Comp.

    Christmas cookies are a classic treat that everyone loves, and no bake Christmas wreath cookies are super simple to make. These cookies are so good, you'll find it hard to stop eating them.

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    Loaded Christmas Cookies

    Homemade Christmas Cookies.
    Photo Credit: In the Kitch,

    This year, share a plate of colorful homemade Christmas cookies with your friends and family. With bright red-and-green M&Ms, tiny marshmallows, and festive sprinkles, these cookies are quick to whip up and have a nice crispy outside with a chewy center.

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    German Lebkuchen Hearts

    German Lebkuchen Hearts.
    Photo Credit: Eat Cook Bake.

    These German gingerbread hearts are simple to make and can be topped with dark chocolate or a sweet icing glaze. They are perfect for adding a festive touch to your holiday celebrations.

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    Grandma's Molasses Cookies with Maple Glaze

    Grandma's Molasses Cookies with Maple Glaze.
    Photo Credit: Elle & Pear.

    Grandma's Molasses Cookies with Maple Glaze are soft and chewy, packed with molasses and a blend of four spices that capture the essence of Christmas. These cookies stay fresh on the counter for days, making them perfect for sharing or enjoying at home.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has more than 20 years of experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN  and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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    1. Melanie Muller

      December 22, 2024 at 6:00 pm

      Beautiful array of holiday cookies! Thank you.

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