From gingerbread to sugar cookies—there’s no holiday tradition sweeter than a Christmas cookie plate. That’s why we’ve rounded up our all-time best Christmas cookie recipes for you to make all season long. You’ll find inspiration for unique Christmas cookies with red and green flair and traditional Christmas cookies with old world charm. Looking for a cookie recipe that doubles as a homemade Christmas food gift? Just take Ree Drummond’s word for it and “bake a few different kinds, so the cookie platters look more fun." You can choose from cute cut-out cookies, wintry snowball cookies, and candy cane cookies that make peppermint desserts more fun!
Whether it's an annual cookie exchange, a holiday potluck, or your family's Christmas Eve dinner, there are plenty of Christmas cookies for any occasion this season. Here, you'll find classic cookie recipes, like snowball cookies, Linzer cookies, and Ree's sugar cookie stars, plus creative new recipes, like hot chocolate cookies and red velvet sandwich cookies. Looking for an activity to get the kids involved in the holiday fun? Get out your cutest Christmas cookie cutters and try one of the many ideas for decorating cookies using Christmas sprinkles, frosting, and candy. So what are you waiting for? Cookie baking season has officially begun!
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Iced Oatmeal Cookies
Caitlin Bensel
Making cookies on Christmas brings back lots of childhood memories so why not make a cookie that's just as nostalgic?! Remember these soft-baked oatmeal cookies topped with icing?
Impress all your friends and family with these gorgeous pinwheels decorated with red and green sprinkles. They're similar to shortbread cookies but with even more flair!
This Christmas dessert will remind you of the wintry weather outside. They're nutty, sweet, and great for serving up alongside your favorite hot chocolate!
The green, white, and red layers of these traditional cookies will add a pop of color to any cookie plate. Plus, they're great for people who prefer a cake-like cookie.
Give your kids the gift they really want this Christmas—cookies for breakfast! They're packed with oats, seeds, and puffed rice cereal so you can feel good about it, too.
Calling all coffee lovers! Not only will these cookies taste delicious with a morning cup of joe, but they also have instant coffee granules baked right in!
Reach in the back of your pantry for that jar of Nutella to make these decadent cookies. They're perfect for those who love the combination of chocolate and hazelnuts.
You'll feel all warm and cozy when you take a bite out of these apple spiced cookies. The secret is using browned butter for even more depth of flavor.
Just like a cup of hot cocoa, these cookies are rich, chocolatey, and topped with a marshmallow! Be sure to stick the cookies back in the oven so the topping gets soft and melty.
Traditionally made with almonds, these star-shaped cookies are given a new twist by using pistachios instead. They're soft, slightly chewy, and seasoned with cinnamon.
If your oven is working over time this holiday season, try these no-bake cookies instead. You'll still get the joy of cookie making without using up oven space.