Bake Up Holiday Joy With 23 Christmas Cookie Recipes

Christmas cookies bring a special kind of joy to the holiday season, filling kitchens with the aroma of spices, chocolate, and festive cheer. This collection of 23 Christmas cookie recipes offers a variety of treats, from classic Gingerbread Cookies to fun twists like Reindeer Linzer Cookies and White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies. Whether you’re in the mood for buttery shortbreads, gooey chocolate chip delights, or spiced cookies like German Christmas favorites, these recipes are perfect for holiday gatherings, gift-giving, or a cozy baking day. Get ready to make your holiday season a little sweeter with these irresistible cookies!

White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies

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White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies are a delightful combination of sweet and tangy flavors, creating the perfect chewy treat! These easy-to-make cookies are sure to become your new favorites. So grab your ingredients and let’s bake something delicious together!

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Gooey Butter Cookies

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Get ready for some gooey butter cookies that come together in just 5 minutes! With their perfectly chewy texture, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. They’re super easy to whip up, making them a go-to treat that you’ll want to bake again and again. So, grab your ingredients and let’s make something delicious together!

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Snowball Cookies

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These delightful “melt in your mouth” Snowball Cookies are sure to become a family favorite during the holidays! They’re super easy to make and look so festive, too.

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Homemade Golden Oreo Cookies

Skip the store-bought cookies and whip up your own amazing creations with this super easy recipe! The satisfaction (and deliciousness!) will be unbeatable.

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Christmas Wreath Cookies

These wreath sugar cookies are super soft, buttery, and absolutely adorable with their colorful, sweet icing! Each bite is bursting with holiday cheer, striking just the right balance between richness and sweetness. Enjoy every delicious moment!

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Butter Cookies

Craving a classic treat? Look no further! These Vanilla Butter Cookies are bursting with flavor and so simple to make. They’ll be a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

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Chocolate Chip Christmas Cookies

Super easy festive cookies that require no chill time or fancy equipment! Just grab some mixing bowls and a spoon, and you’ll be all set to whip up some amazing cookies. Enjoy the baking fun!

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Italian Anise Cookies

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These adorable little Italian Anise Cookies are a delightful traditional recipe topped with a sweet glaze and colorful nonpareils! Made with simple pantry ingredients, these delicious little balls infused with anise flavor are sure to become your new favorite treat. Enjoy!

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Xmas Snowflake Cookies

Vanilla icebox cookies rolled out and cut into fun, festive shapes, filled with your favorite fillings! They’re just perfect for a delightful day of Christmas baking with the kids!

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Cream Cheese Spritz Cookies

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These adorable Cream Cheese Spritz Cookies are the perfect buttery, bite-sized treats! They instantly brighten up any cookie platter and are such a blast to customize and decorate!

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Double Chocolate Chip Cookies

Indulge in our decadent double chocolate chip cookies: perfectly crisp, chewy, and oozing with chocolate goodness. The best treat awaits!

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Chocolate Dipped Oreo Cookies

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You’re going to love this Christmas classic! Dipping Oreo cookies in white or dark chocolate and adding festive sprinkles is such a fun treat. Just follow this easy step-by-step guide to make it a breeze!

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Lemon Shortbread Cookies

Pucker up for perfection! Lemon Shortbread Cookies are a delightful combination of tangy lemon zest and buttery sweetness. They’re a guaranteed treat for any cookie lover.

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Chocolate Christmas Cookies

Spread some holiday joy (and deliciousness) with these super easy chocolate cookies! They’re perfect for gifting or treating yourself, and we just know this recipe will become a favorite!

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Gingerbread Cookies (Gingerbread Family)

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Enjoy the fun tradition of making gingerbread man cookies with your loved ones this holiday season! Share some joy and create lasting memories as you bake and decorate these cherished Christmas treats together.
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Easy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies

Craving chewy cookies fast? These Easy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies are ready in no time! Our scrumptious recipe makes them perfect for a quick and satisfying treat.

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Best Ever Snickerdoodle Recipe

Our Snickerdoodle recipe is the result of years of dedication. These cookies boast a perfect balance of soft, fluffy insides, crisp exteriors, and just the right amount of cinnamon sugar.

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Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

Fresh-out-of-the-oven bliss! This recipe delivers molten chocolate chip cookies, perfect for that ultimate warm, gooey indulgence.

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Homemade Oreo Cookies

Ditch the store-bought stuff! This homemade Oreo recipe creates deep, rich chocolate cookies and a creamy filling that will leave you wondering why you ever settled for packaged Oreos.

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Spiced German Cookies

Craving a cookie experience unlike any other? Treat yourself to these delightful ginger-infused Spiced German Cookies drizzled with a zesty lemon glaze. They’re bound to become your go-to holiday favorites!

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Reindeer Linzer Cookies

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These adorable Reindeer Linzer Cookies are not only super cute and creative, but they’re also a breeze to make! They’re a delicious upgrade from regular sugar cookies. The Biscoff spread sandwiched between soft, perfectly baked sugar cookies is simply heavenly!

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