We hope your family, friends and neighbors will enjoy these fun and delicious ideas and recipes for Christmas cookies.
Best Christmas Cookie Recipes
Peppermint Pattie Snowdrifts
These Peppermint Pattie Snowdrifts from Betty Crocker Cookies might deserve the top spot on the list of best Christmas cookie ideas this year, especially for chocolate lovers. The indulgent chocolate cookies have a cool, creamy peppermint patty candy at the center covered with a dark chocolate ganache. They’re also super easy to make. Starting with a cookie mix means you can spend more time decorating (and enjoying!) these fun treats. Get the recipe: Peppermint Pattie Snowdrifts
3-Ingredient, 3-Step Oreo Dipped Christmas Cookies
The recipe for Oreo Dipped Christmas Cookies is so quick and easy and has only three ingredients. I make these cookies every holiday season and give them out as gifts. My kids and whole family love them. Make a bunch with your kids. It’s a fun food craft project to enjoy together. Grab a big glass of cold milk and enjoy! Happy Holidays to everyone! Ho Ho Ho!!! Get the recipe: Oreo Dipped Christmas Cookies
Banana Bread Christmas Cookies
If you love the taste of banana bread, you will love these easy-to-make banana bread cookies. Light and fluffy, they are the perfect treat to include in your holiday entertaining or cookie exchange. These drop cookies are a great way to bake fresh homemade cookies in no time. They are also a great way to use up those overripe bananas that no one wants to eat. Your family members will likely change their minds with these cookies. It is a family favorite in our home. I am happy to share the recipe with you. Get the recipe: Banana Bread Christmas Cookies
Winter Wonderland Wafers
These elegant wafers are everything the chicest person on your list could want. And because there’s no baking required, you can devote all your efforts to accessorizing. Look for the cookie bling at Michaels or Walmart. Get the recipe: Winter Wonderland Wafers
Melted Snowmen Christmas Cookies
These adorable melted snowmen cookies are a kid-friendly treat. Get the recipe: Melted Snowman Cookies
Christmas Lights Cookies
Christmas Lights Cookies with a small batch of royal icing and mini M&Ms as Christmas Lights. Get the recipe: Christmas Lights Cookies Dessert For Two Get the recipe: Christmas Lights Cookies
Peppermint Cake Mix Christmas Cookies
The red and green colors featured in these cookies and fantastic. Get the recipe: Peppermint Cake Mix Cookies
Homemade Gluten-Free Candy Cane Oreos
Candy Cane Oreos. That’s right, you are not seeing it incorrectly. Gluten-free and vegan. Fork and Beans Get the recipe: Homemade Gluten-Free Candy Cane Oreos
Chocolate-Covered Peanut Butter Balls (“Buckeyes”)
These no-bake “buckeye” cookies will be the stand-out favorite on your Christmas cookie platter this year! Get the recipe: Chocolate-Covered Peanut Butter Balls (Buckeyes)
Reindeer Christmas Cookies
Cake mix and store-bought frosting give you a head start on these cookies that are almost too cute to eat…almost. Get the recipe: Reindeer Cookies
Ginger Cookies
These holiday ginger cookies have been passed down for generations. Try the recipe and you’ll understand. Get the recipe: Ginger Cookies
Nutella Christmas Cookies
Nutella is maybe an all-time favorite spread for many people, and these cookies are full of Nutella and hazelnuts. Get the recipe: Nutella Cookies
Italian Wine Doughnut Cookies
For a unique Christmas cookie, try this recipe from Bobbi Burleson! Find the recipe here. Get the recipe: Italian Wine Doughnut Cookies
Chocolate Chip Halfway Cookies
This cookie, from Linda Frisina of Encinitas, Calif., is the winner of the Bar Cookie Category in PARADE’s 2012 Holiday Cookie Bake-Off. Linda’s story: “These are a treasured treat in my family going back to the 1930s, when my grandmother would bake them for my father. Now in his 80s, he still eagerly awaits a fresh batch. Shared memories of these help keep our family connected, even though we now live thousands of miles apart.” Get the recipe: Chocolate Chip Halfway Cookies
The Best Chocolate Chip Christmas Cookies
Chocolate chip cookies are always part of a great holiday event. Get the recipe: Chocolate Chip Cookies
Salted Milk Chocolate Cherry Oatmeal Christmas Cookies
If you prefer your desserts sweet and salty, then these Salted Milk Chocolate Cherry Oatmeal Cookies. Get the recipe: Salted Milk Chocolate Cherry Oatmeal Christmas Cookies
Dolly’s Thumbprint Christmas Cookies
Dolly Parton shares her family recipe for these traditional Christmas cookies. Her big sister, Willadeene, enjoys preparing these with the family’s youngest members. “Even the most fidgety little ones will be real busy makin’ wells for fillin’ with jam,” says Parton. Get the recipe: Dolly Parton’s Thumbprint Cookies
The Best Almond Flour Sugar Cookies
These almond flour sugar cookies are healthy AND delicious. Get the recipe: The Best Almond Flour Sugar Cookies
Festive Double Chocolate Biscotti
These biscotti cookies feature a unique drizzle! Get the recipe: Festive Double Chocolate Biscotti
Chocolate Peppermint Christmas Cookies
Perfect hint of mint in a delicious chocolate cookie! Get the recipe: Chocolate Peppermint Christmas Cookies
Mint Dark Chocolate Crackle Christmas Cookies
Fresh Andes mint flavor mixed with rich dark chocolate make the BEST cookie ever. Get the recipe: Mint Dark Chocolate Crackle Christmas Cookies
Double Chocolate M&M Cookies
Soft and chewy cookies filled with M&Ms. Get the recipe: Double Chocolate M&M Cookies
Flourless Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
These naturally Flourless Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies are so tender that they melt in your mouth! These flavorful cookies take just 5 ingredients and are totally gluten-free, paleo-friendly and refined sugar-free. Get the recipe: Flourless Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Mint Chocolate Sandwich Cookies
Quick, easy, soft, chewy chocolate cookies filled with creamy mint filling. Get the recipe: Mint Chocolate Sandwich Cookies
Insanely Delicious Turtle Cookies
The classic flavors of turtle candy—chocolate, pecans, and caramel—in soft and insanely delicious cookies. The Kitchen Is My Playground Get the recipe: Insanely Delicious Turtle Cookies
Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies
Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies are always a holiday favorite! And what would the holidays be without mint “everything”? Get the recipe: Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies
Old Fashion Sour Cream Cut-Out Christmas Cookies
The perfect sugar cookie finished off with decadent buttercream. Get the recipe: Old Fashion Sour Cream Cut-Out Christmas Cookies
Rainbow Cookies
These cookies taste great and look so festive! Get the recipe: Rainbow Cookies
Paleo Almond Coconut Chocolate Chunk Cookies
These Paleo Almond Coconut Chocolate Chunk Cookies are made with almond butter and big chocolate chunks for super gooey, decadent cookies! These gluten-free and refined sugar-free cookies will definitely satisfy your cookie craving. Get the recipe: Paleo Almond Coconut Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Oreo Peppermint Crunch Cookies
Oreos and peppermint are the perfect combination inside these amazing cookies. Get the recipe: Oreo Peppermint Crunch Cookies
Linzer Cookies
These delicate, mini Linzer cookies from Debbie Macomber’s gorgeous Christmas Cookbook are made extra special with an added layer of dark chocolate spread beneath a raspberry jam. Debbie’s version of this sugar-dusted classic will sparkle on your holiday table. Get the recipe: Linzer Cookies
Paleo Almond Coconut Chocolate Chunk Cookies
These Paleo Cherry Almond Chocolate Chunk Cookies are chewy, gooey, and absolutely delicious! These gluten-free and refined sugar-free cookies are loaded with toasted almonds, dried Bing cherries and dark chocolate chunks, sprinkled with flaky sea salt. Get the recipe: Paleo Cherry Almond Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Cranberry Orange Almond Shortbread Christmas Cookies
Fill your Christmas cookie tin with some of these cranberry orange almond shortbread cookies. It will make the perfect gift! Get the recipe: Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies
White Chocolate Macadamia Christmas Cookies
If you love big, thick soft and chewy cookies, you’re going to love these chewy white chocolate macadamia cookies. Get the recipe: White Chocolate Macadamia Cookies
Snow People Christmas Cookies
Use our Basic Cookie Dough recipe as the base for these cookies and our Basic Decorating Icing to give each snow person some personality. Get the recipe: Snow People Cookies
Figgy Cardamom Snickerdoodles
A twist on an old family favorite with roots from Dutch, English and Scottish settlers in what is now the northeastern US. This twist switches out the traditional cinnamon for cardamom, and adds minced dried figs. Get the recipe: Figgy Cardamom Snickerdoodles
Secret Treat Molasses Christmas Cookies
From the new Taste of Home Baking edition comes these moist brown sugar and molasses cookies spiced with cinnamon, and ginger, and filled with a secret surprise—strawberry jam. This recipe has been passed down for generations through the Ruby Neese’s family in North Carolina. She says “I’ve made these cookies for years, but like my mother, I only make them for special occasions. They’re delicious to eat, with a surprise flavor in every bite.” Get the recipe: Secret Treat Molasses Cookies
Linzer Tart Christmas Cookies
This cookie, from William Blades of New Milford, Conn., is the winner of the Rolled and Cut Category in PARADE’s 2012 Holiday Cookie Bake-Off. William’s story: “My mom was a true Scandinavian and a great baker; I loved her Linzer tarts. Thirteen years ago, my friend John gave me a batch of these cookies for Christmas. With one taste, I was in heaven.” Get the recipe: Linzer Tart Cookies
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Caramel Filled Cookies
These big Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Caramel Filled Cookies are soft and chewy peanut butter oatmeal cookies studded with chocolate chips, surrounding a chocolate-covered caramel! Get the recipe: Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Caramel Filled Cookies
Caramel Thumbprint Christmas Cookies
Caramel shortbread thumbprint cookies filled with dulce de leche and topped with a chocolate drizzle. Get the recipe: Caramel Thumbprint Cookies
Christmas M&M Cookies
The red and green M&Ms make these cookies look so festive. Get the recipe: Christmas M&M Cookies
Chocolate-Dipped Vanilla Bean Macaroons
These Chocolate-Dipped Vanilla Bean Macaroons are a quick and easy dessert that is gluten-free, Paleo and vegan! These macaroons are baked low and slow and have a chocolate drizzle. Get the recipe: Chocolate-Dipped Vanilla Bean Macaroons
Strawberry Swirl Christmas Cookies
These fruit-filled cookies are so pretty and colorful. Get the recipe: Strawberry Swirl Cookies
Moravian Tipped Christmas Cookie
Moravian Molasses Cookies are a new holiday cookie that you will be making for years to come. Get the recipe: Moravian Cookies
Peppermint Bark Christmas Cookies
These peppermint bark cookies are a decadent double chocolate delight topped with white chocolate and crushed candy canes. Get the recipe: Peppermint Bark Cookies
Chocolate Candy Cane Crunch Christmas Cookies
Naughty or nice, baking these cookies will put you on the nice list! Get the recipe: Chocolate Candy Cane Crunch Cookies
Browned Butter Shortbread
These Brown Butter Shortbread with Dark Chocolate and Sea Salt are made with high-quality ingredients to create a delicious shortbread cookie that’s the perfect addition to any holiday party. Dark chocolate and flaky sea salt make this shortbread even more irresistible! Get the recipe: Browned Butter Shortbread
Spiked Spiced Chocolate Crinkle Christmas Cookies
Classic chocolate crinkle cookies with a spice and a splash of bourbon. Get the recipe: Spiked Spiced Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
Chocolate Fudge Crinkle Christmas Cookies
These Chocolate Fudge Crinkle Cookies are naturally gluten-free and full of gooey chocolate! These fudgy cookies will be a new favorite whether you’re gluten-free or not. Get the recipe: Chocolate Fudge Crinkle Cookies
White Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
These White Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies are soft and delicious! They are full of warm, homey flavors, like cinnamon, and they have the most fabulously chewy texture. Get the recipe: White Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
Molasses Spice Christmas Cookies
This classic cookie is as good with espresso as it is with milk. Get the recipe: Molasses Spice Cookies
Peppermint Stuffed Chocolate Sugar Cookies
Yes, they are as good as they sound. Get the recipe: Peppermint Stuffed Chocolate Sugar Cookies
Spicy Ginger Chews
It’s not the holidays without some type of ginger cookie! These Spicy Ginger Chews from Crumb are packed full of flavor with a soft and chewy texture. Get the recipe: Spicy Ginger Chews
Red-Nose Rudolph Christmas Cookies
Just a few candies and pretzels transform gingerbread dough into Santa’s lead reindeer. This recipe is adapted from the new Cookie Advent Cookbook. Get the recipe: Red-Nose Rudolph Cookies
Maple Pecan Refrigerator Christmas Cookies
This cookie, from Jo Ann Kurtz of Castaic, Calif., is the winner of the Slice and Bake Category in PARADE’s 2012 Holiday Cookie Bake-Off. Jo Ann’s story: “In my never-ending quest for the perfect cookie to share with family and friends who drop by, I updated an old family recipe to incorporate one of my favorite flavors: maple. These cookies are easy, fast, not too fancy, and so good. No one can eat just one!” Get the recipe: Maple Pecan Refrigerator Cookies
Pumpkin Turtle Cookies
Your favorite chocolate candy dressed up into a pumpkin cookie for the holidays. Get the recipe: Turtle Cookies
Cinnamon Raisin Peanut Butter Oatmeal Christmas Cookies
These flavorful Cinnamon Raisin Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies use Cinnamon Raisin Peanut Butter for maximum flavor and the perfect soft and chewy texture! Get the recipe: Cinnamon Raisin Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
Pistachio White Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Brown butter, pistachios and white chocolate come together to bring you a punch of flavor in these Pistachio White Chocolate Chunk Cookies from Bakerita. Get the recipe: Pistachio White Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Cherry Macadamia Sugar Cookie Macaroons
These super-simple treats start with store-bought cookie dough. Get the recipe: Cherry Sugar Cookie Macaroons
Chocolate Pizzelles
Pizzelles are light, crisp, slightly sweet cookies that taste terrific plain or dressed up with your favorite toppings. Saving Room For Dessert Get the recipe: Chocolate Pizzelles
Caramel Coconut Chocolate Chunk Christmas Cookies
These Caramel Coconut Chocolate Chunk Cookies are chewy, crispy and full of melty chocolate and caramel! The sweet coconut makes these cookies even more unique and delicious. Get the recipe: Caramel Coconut Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Flourless Lemon Raspberry Thumbprint Christmas Cookies
An amazing flourless option. Joyful Healthy Eats Get the recipe: Flourless Lemon Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies
No-Bake White Chocolate Thin Mints
A simply festive cookie that makes a perfect gift. Get the recipe: No-Bake White Chocolate Thin Mints
Hazelnut-Chocolate Stars
These adorable cookie stars feature a classically irresistible combination of two flavors—chocolate and hazelnut. Add an apricot filling or your favorite jam and you’ve got starry cookie sandwiches. Be sure to chill the dough before baking so the stars maintain their shape. Ellen Schwab Get the recipe: Hazelnut-Chocolate Stars
Paleo Pumpkin Cookies with Orange Glaze
Little pumpkin cookies coated in an orange glaze are so delicious! Get the recipe: Paleo Pumpkin Cookies with Orange Glaze
Chewy Gingersnaps
It’s not really fair to call these “snaps” since they have the appealingly toothsome chew of my favorite molasses cookie. But they do have the wonderful spicy flavor of gingersnaps, so we can bend the rules a little, just this once. Get the recipe: Chewy Gingersnaps
Dark Chocolate Almond Lacey Cookies
These Dark Chocolate Almond Lacey Cookies are easy, crunchy and delicious! Dark chocolate slathered between two thin, crunchy cookies for a sweet treat. Get the recipe: Dark Chocolate Almond Lacey Cookies
Double Chocolate Chunk Macadamia Nut Christmas Cookies
Double the chocolate is double the fun! Get the recipe: Double Chocolate Chunk Macadamia Nut Cookies
German Spekulatius
Beautiful spicy German cookies make in traditional molds. Get the recipe: German Spekulatius
Pistachio-White Chocolate (No Butter!) Butter Cookies
The luxurious nuttiness of pistachios and the creamy decadence of white chocolate. Slightly crispy, yet satisfyingly chewy. Get the recipe: Pistachio-White Chocolate (No Butter!) Butter Cookies
Brownie Cookies
Perfectly soft and fudgy, fantastic with a cup of tea or coffee, and also fantastic with a dollop of ice cream. Get the recipe: Brownie Cookies
Eggnog White Chocolate Chip Christmas Cookies
‘Tis the season for eggnog with these Eggnog White Chocolate Chip Cookies from Wine And Glue. Get the recipe: White Chocolate Chip Eggnog Cookies
Soft Buttermilk Sugar Christmas Cookies
These cut-out cookies are so versatile. Get the recipe: Soft Buttermilk Sugar Cookies
Cranberry Cookies
Dried cranberries add zing to this sweet and chewy old-fashioned favorite. Get the recipe: Cranberry Cookies
Spiced Apple Cookies
These spiced apple cookies taste just like spiced apple cider and are made with whole and healthy ingredients. Get the recipe: Spiced Apple Cookies
Cream Cheese Cookies
No cookie cutters, no fancy frosting, just pure Christmas cheer. Get the recipe: Cream Cheese Cookies
Paleo Dark Chocolate Chip Walnut Christmas Cookies
If you are on a Paleo diet, you will love these cookies! Get the recipe: Paleo Dark Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies
Butterfinger Chunky Christmas Cookies
Candy bars and cookies? Yes, please! Get the recipe: Butterfinger Chunky Cookies
Almond Joy Christmas Cookies
Classic Almond Joy candy bar flavors built into a delicious, buttery cookie. Get the recipe: Almond Joy Cookies
Lime Meltaways
These lime meltaway cookies are a great addition to any cookie basket. Get the recipe: Lime Meltaways
Soft Chewy Ginger Christmas Cookies
Super soft and chewy ginger cookies packed with a punch of ginger flavor and made with a new gluten-free friendly flour. Get the recipe: Soft Chewy Ginger Cookies
Gingerbread Men Christmas Cookies
These Gingerbread Cookies are soft, keep their shape and have the perfect spice! Get the recipe: Gingerbread Men Cookies
Meyer Lemon Greek Butter Cookies
Tangy cookies covered in powdered sugar! Get the recipe: Meyer Lemon Greek Butter Cookies
Gingerbread Kiss Christmas Cookies
Pillowy soft gingerbread cookies, lightly coated in sugar then topped off with a Hershey’s chocolate kiss. Get the recipe: Gingerbread Kiss Cookies
Pecan Shortbread Christmas Cookies
Made at home, and even better than Pecan Sandies! Get the recipe: Pecan Shortbread Cookies
Chewy Iced Molasses Christmas Cookies
These Chewy Iced Molasses Cookies are at the top of the list for Christmas baking favorites. Get the recipe: Chewy Molasses Cookies
Snickerdoodles
Use our Basic Cookie Dough recipe as the base for these classic holiday cookies. Get the recipe: Snickerdoodles
Mint Chocolate Chip Christmas Cookies
Since you can’t mail ice cream, mailing Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies from The Food Charlatan is the next best thing. Get the recipe: Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies
Pistachio Cranberry Oatmeal Christmas Cookies
A chewy guilt-free cookie for the holidays! Get the recipe: Pistachio Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies
Soft Gingerbread Christmas Cookies
A healthier version of a Christmas classic. Get the recipe: Soft Gingerbread Cookies
Giada’s Peppermint-Chocolate Sandwich Christmas Cookies
A mound of creamy, peppermint-infused chocolate is sandwiched between two sugar cookies, dipped in smooth, minty chocolate, and beautifully finished with a generous pinch of crushed candy cane. This recipe calls for store-bought cookie dough, making prep and clean-up a breeze. Get the recipe: Giada’s Peppermint-Chocolate Sandwich Cookies
Snowflake Christmas Cookies
These pretty cookies are perfect for Christmas! Get the recipe: Snowflake Christmas Cookies
Buttery Walnut Acorn Christmas Cookies
This beautiful, buttery little cookie is the best of a very fine lot. With little effort, you end up with a cookie that looks as if it came from a professional bakery—while possessing the rich, nutty flavor of the home-baked pastry. Get the recipe: Buttery Walnut Acorn Cookies
Chocolate Vanilla Swirl Icebox Christmas Cookies
This recipe for Chocolate Vanilla Swirl Icebox Cookies makes tons of cookies that are perfect for holiday baking. They look beautiful, and you can keep a roll in your fridge or freezer, ready to slice ‘n bake! Get the recipe: Chocolate Vanilla Swirl Icebox Cookies
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Christmas Cookies
All the great taste of peanut butter mixed with chocolate! Get the recipe: Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Eggnog Madeleines
Eggnog Madeleines are the best Christmas Cookies! Filled with eggnog and all the seasonal warm spices. Get the recipe: Eggnog Madeleines
Pretzel-Crusted Chocolate Beer Fudge Christmas Cookies
A sweet and salty cookie with beer added! Get the recipe: Pretzel Crusted Chocolate Beer Fudge Christmas Cookies
Rugelach
The roots of this fabulous cookie are Vienna, but the name is all Yiddish. Some say the traditional crescent shape, like the Vanillekipferl, celebrates the lifting of the siege of the Turk-Ottoman Empire, but it’s likely an urban legend. In this recipe, a pumpkin-cream cheese dough is rolled up, filled with chocolate, raspberry jam, currants and orange zest. Oh my! Get the recipe: Rugelach
Mexican Wedding Cookies
Mexican Wedding Cookies are a classic Christmas cookie recipe made with finely chopped pecans and tossed in powdered sugar to make them look like delicious snowballs! Get the recipe: Mexican Wedding Cookies
Stained Glass Window Cookies
Simply gorgeous cookies. You can make these with your kids, they are SO easy! Get the recipe: Stained Glass Window Cookies
Chocolate Cherry Shortbread Cookies
These chocolate cherry shortbread cookies are the perfect flavor combination. Get the recipe: Chocolate Cherry Shortbread Cookies
Stratford Hall Ginger Christmas Cookies
Nothing beats that delicious smell of molasses, ginger and cloves. Cooking With Mary and Friends Get the recipe: Stratford Hall Ginger Cookies
Peppermint Red Velvet Cookies
If you love red velvet cake, you will enjoy eating these peppermint red velvet cookies. Get the recipe: Peppermint Red Velvet Cookies
Santa Claus Christmas Cookies
Get into the holiday spirit with these jolly Santas they’re sure to spread Christmas cheer. Get the recipe: Santa Claus Cookies
Tahini Cookies
Apart from tasting great, this cookie is practically a health food. It does not use any refined sugar or any other fat other than the mighty tahini itself. Get the recipe: Tahini Cookies
Vegan Gingerbread Men
These fun, holiday Vegan Gingerbread Cookies have molasses, spices and feature both fresh and dry ginger for a double punch of flavor. Get the recipe: Vegan Gingerbread Men
Chocolate Crinkle Christmas Cookies
The perfect balance of chocolate gooey cookie and powdered sugar. Get the recipe: Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
Snowball Christmas Cookies
Yummy crumbly walnut cookies dusted with powdered sugar. Get the recipe: Snowball Cookies
Double Chocolate Macaroons
These rich Double Chocolate Macaroons are made super chocolatey with both cocoa powder and melted chocolate. These easy cookies are dipped and drizzled with chocolate, and they’re gluten-free, Paleo and vegan. Get the recipe: Double Chocolate Macaroons
Chocolate Malt Ball Cookies
These Chocolate Malt Ball Cookies are dense chocolate fudge cookies packed with malted milk powder, chocolate chips, and malt balls. These quick and easy treats will fly off the cookie plate! Get the recipe: Chocolate Malt Ball Cookies
Classic Oatmeal Cookies
Here’s a classic oatmeal raisin cookie recipe, studded with raisins for sweetness and spiced with cinnamon and cloves for depth of flavor. Use fresh, plump raisins from a just-opened box so they stay moist during baking. Get the recipe: Classic Oatmeal Cookies
White Chocolate Strawberry Cookies
Delectable white chocolate strawberry cookies with bits of strawberry and white chocolate. Get the recipe: White Chocolate Strawberry Cookies
Shortbread Cookies
This year, make your own holiday cookies with this easy recipe. Get the recipe: Shortbread Cookies
Chocolate Candy Cane Kiss Christmas Cookies
Dark chocolate cookies rolled in sugar and then topped with a Hershey’s candy cane Kiss. Get the recipe: Chocolate Candy Cane Kiss Cookies
Peanut Butter Blossoms
These peanut butter blossoms are low-carb AND gluten-free. Get the recipe: Peanut Butter Blossoms
Delicious Mocha Cookies
A decadent, double-chocolate cookie is even more delicious with a heaping tablespoon of espresso powder mixed into the dough. This cookie, from The Gourmet Cookie Book, is one of our favorites. Get the recipe: Mocha Cookies
Cream Cheese Filled Snickerdoodles
These snickerdoodles from Shelly Jaronsky of Cookies and Cups sneak a creamy surprise with a luscious cream cheese filling stuffed inside. You’d never even know the creamy goodness that awaits in the first bite, because they look like ordinary snickerdoodles from the outside. Now that’s the kind of sweet surprise we like! Get the recipe: Cream Cheese Filled Snickerdoodles
Christmas Tree Cookies
Use our Basic Cookie Dough recipe as the base for these festive holiday trees. You can also decorate these cookies with our Basic Decorating Icing in place of the icing recipe listed below. Get the recipe: Christmas Tree Cookies
Chewy Chocolate Candy Cane Christmas Cookies
These cookies blend peppermint and chocolate to create a decadent treat! Get the recipe: Chewy Chocolate Candy Cane Cookies
Hazelnut Cookies Recipe aka Russian Tea Cakes
This is a type of jumble cookie of nuts and butter, held together by flour and sugar, that was popular in England in the Middle Ages. There are similar cookies all over the world under different names like Italian Wedding Cookies, Mexican Wedding Cakes (or Cookies), and Snowballs, but no one seems to know where the association with Russian Tea Cakes originated. Get the recipe: Hazelnut Cookies
Italian Anise Cookies
Italian Anise Cookies! These cookies need to be on your holiday cookie tray! Get the recipe: Italian Anise Cookies
Hot Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies
These cookies are practically hot chocolate in cookie form. Get the recipe: Hot Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies
Dark Chocolate Dipped Peanut Butter Cookies
You’ll be surprised at the ingredient these cookies don’t have. Get the recipe: Dark Chocolate Dipped Peanut Butter Cookies
Triple Chocolate Hot Fudge Brownie Cookies
Brownie mix, pudding mix, hot fudge and chocolate chips will make all your chocolate dreams come true. Get the recipe: Triple Chocolate Hot Fudge Brownie Cookies
Christmas Star Cookies
These delicate, festive sugar cookies graced the December 9, 2012, cover of PARADE Magazine. This super simple, fool-proof sugar cookie recipe can be used as a base for many fun variations. Get the recipe: Christmas Star Cookies
Chocolate-Dipped Nutella Cookies
Nutella makes everything better, especially in these Chocolate-Dipped Nutella Cookies from The Floating Kitchen. Get the recipe: Chocolate Dipped Nutella Cookies
Moravian White Christmas Cookies
Although most Moravian cookies are dark, this one is very pale. We particularly like its lovely flavor of mingled cinnamon, nutmeg and sherry. While it is stable and strong enough for decorating, it remains light, crisp and very delicious. Get the recipe: Moravian White Chocolate Cookies
Michelle Branch’s Thumbprint Cookies
“The filling I’m going to try this year is an amazing strawberry-lavender preserve I found near my parents’ house. But you can use whatever you’re craving. If you find the dough is too crumbly and not coming together, just beat it a little longer (with an electric hand or stand mixer) and you will get a creamy, light smooth texture, I promise.” Michelle Branch Get the recipe: Michelle Branch’s Thumbprint Cookies
Cornflake Cookies
Mix cornflakes into sugar cookie batter for an added crisp. Get the recipe: Cornflake Cookies
Chocolate Peppermint Patty Cookies
These Chocolate Peppermint Patty Cookies are delicious, fudgy chocolate cookies stuffed with a peppermint patty and topped with crushed candy canes and a peppermint drizzle. Get the recipe: Chocolate Peppermint Patty Cookies
Chocolate Cherry Crinkles
These cookies taste like chocolate-covered cherries! Get the recipe: Chocolate Cherry Crinkles
The Best Gingerdoodles (Gingerbread Snickerdoodles)
These Gingerdoodles are gingerbread snickerdoodle cookies and they are SO divine! Pillowy soft and chewy with bold and spicy gingerbread flavor, they’re rolled in cinnamon sugar for a fun twist on a snickerdoodle cookie! Get the recipe: The Best Gingerdoodles (Gingerbread Snickerdoodles)
Paleo Hot Cocoa Cookies with Vanilla Bean Frosting
Hot chocolate in cookie form. These paleo cookies are topped with the most delicious vanilla bean frosting…and they are totally guilt-free. Get the recipe: Paleo Hot Cocoa Cookies
The Ultimate Chocolate Lover’s Cookie
Chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate! Get the recipe: Ultimate Chocolate Lover’s Cookie
Salted Caramel Thumbprint Cookies
These Salted Caramel Thumbprint Cookies are super easy to make with only six ingredients total! The tender gluten-free and Paleo shortbread cookies are filled with a no-cook vegan caramel and topped off with a dark chocolate drizzle and flaky sea salt. They’re perfect for the holidays! Get the recipe: Salted Caramel Thumbprint Cookies
Chocolate Fudge Cookies
These cookies are soft and chewy, and full of hazelnuts and dark chocolate. Get the recipe: Chocolate Fudge Cookies
Chocolate Thumbprints
Sweets-lovers of all ages will devour this holiday favorite. Get the recipe: Chocolate Thumbprints
Irish Cream White Chocolate Chip Cookies
Soft, cake-like and totally indulgent. Get the recipe: Irish Cream White Chocolate Chip Cookies
Gingerbread Men
This timeless classic recipe by Eleanor Homeyer made an appearance every year at the famous Wellesley cookie exchange. Eleanor’s memory lives on through her treasured recipe. Get the recipe: Gingerbread Men
Chocolate Rum Balls
This is the ultimate recipe for the classic holiday treat. Get the recipe: Chocolate Rum Balls
Holiday Snowballs
These sweet, buttery cookies from Weelicious’s Catherine McCord are easy to make with the kids and they make fantastic gifts. Catherine’s version of the traditional Mexican Wedding Cookie includes a healthy dash of cinnamon and a generous serving of raw, heart-healthy walnuts. This is a melt-in-your-mouth kind of cookie. Get the recipe: Holiday Snowballs
Meringue Snowballs
Simple to make yet impressive looking, Dorie Greenspan’s meringues are lovely on their own or alongside ice cream and fruit. You can tint the mixture with food coloring and decorate with any toppings you like. Get the recipe: Meringue Snowballs
Tempting Peanut Butter Cookies
These simple peanut butter cookies make a great snack for after work—or after midnight. Dorie Greenspan Get the recipe: Tempting Peanut Butter Cookies
Pomegranate Cranberry Hearts
A quick and easy recipe that brings vibrant color and bright flavor—great for snacking, gifting at the holidays and your party table! Get the recipe: Pomegranate Cranberry Hearts
Vegan Ginger Molasses Cookies
Soft and chewy ginger molasses cookies with just the right amount of spice. Get the recipe: Vegan Ginger Molasses Cookies
Quinoa Gingersnap Cookies
Get an extra boost of protein in your gingersnaps this season! Get the recipe: Quinoa Gingersnap Cookies
Yankee Molasses Chip Cookies
These molasses chocolate chip cookies are a favorite at the annual Wellesley Cookie Exchange. Get the recipe: Yankee Molasses Cookies
Raw Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies
Simple healthy ingredients make this raw vegan, gluten-free and sugar-free cookie recipe. Get the recipe: Raw Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies
Italian Ricotta Cookies
These Italian Ricotta Cookies are super soft and absolutely delicious. Topped with an almond glaze and sprinkles! Get the recipe: Italian Ricotta Cookies
Caramel Stuffed Sugar Cookies
Caramel Stuffed Sugar Cookies are thick, buttery cookies stuffed with ooey-gooey caramel which makes the perfect snack! Get the recipe: Caramel Stuffed Sugar Cookies
Holiday Chocolate Roll Cookies
Enjoy the ease of a made-ahead roll of cookies you just slice as needed! Get the recipe: Holiday Chocolate Roll Cookies
Gluten-Free Cranberry Orange Cookies
These Gluten-Free Cranberry Orange Cookies are soft, chewy and bursting with flavor! They’re loaded with cinnamon, orange zest, fresh tart cranberries, and chewy dried cranberries. Perfect for the holidays! Get the recipe: Gluten-Free Cranberry Orange Cookies
Chocolate-Dipped Peppermint Meringues
These melt-in-your-mouth meringues, from Shauna of the beautiful baking blog Piece of Cake, pack an irresistible sweetness with an addicting crunch and smooth chocolate finish. If you can resist devouring the entire batch by yourself, they make a beautiful, thoughtful gift for friends and family. Get the recipe: Chocolate-Dipped Peppermint Meringues
Double Chocolate Orange Cookies
By using pure orange extract, these cookies have a generous infusion of citrus. For a milder hint, you can reduce the extract. I do prefer these with the extract, but if preferred, you can use all zest—1 to 2 tablespoons. Get the recipe: Double Chocolate Orange Cookies
Peppermint Hot Chocolate Cookies
These cookies bake up soft, thick and taste just like hot chocolate. Get the recipe: Peppermint Hot Chocolate Cookies
Easy Cake Mix Gingerbread Cookies
With just three ingredients, these may be the easiest gingerbread cookies ever! Get the recipe: Easy Cake Mix Gingerbread
Pressed Spritz Cookies
Make these delicious shortbread-pressed spritz cookies into holiday shapes by putting them through a cookie press! Get the recipe: Pressed Spritz Cookies
Christmas Tree Meringue Cookies
These adorable cookies are perfect for Christmas. Get the recipe: Christmas Tree Meringue Cookies
Molasses Crinkle Cookies
These thick and soft-baked Molasses Crinkle Cookies from Chocolate With Grace taste like the holidays with ginger and molasses in every bite. Get the recipe: Molasses Crinkle Cookies
Cranberry Pistachio Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies
Chewy, dense, and with so many textures…topped with a drizzle of white chocolate! Get the recipe: Cranberry Pistachio Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies
Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies
These mint chocolate chip cookies are a twist on the classic sugar cookie recipe and are quick, easy and even whole wheat! Faith Food Fitness Get the recipe: Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies
Cappuccino Snickerdoodles with Mocha Glaze
Although a cookie inspired by a coffee drink seems like a grown-up taste, the sweet, spicy flavor of these chewy gems will appeal to all mocha lovers. Get the recipe: Cappuccino Snickerdoodles with Mocha Glaze
Christmas Cream Cheese Sprinkles
Christmas Cream Cheese Sprinkle Cookies are tender on the inside and crunchy on the outside, thanks to the fun and colorful sprinkles. Get the recipe: Christmas Cream Cheese Sprinkles
Christmas Wreath Cookies
These cookies are packed with almond flavor and sticky marshmallows and are a blast to make as a family! Get the recipe: Christmas Wreath Cookies
Christmas Tree Cookies
Beautiful Christmas trees you can eat! Get the recipe: Christmas Tree Cookies
Chocolate Chunk Salted Caramel No-Bake Cookies
A little sprinkling of sea salt over the top is the perfect addition because it brings out the caramel flavor. Get the recipe: Chocolate Chunk Salted Caramel No-Bake Cookies
Old Bay Pretzel-and-Cheese Cookies
Not everyone has a sweet tooth. This recipe from baker extraordinaire Dorie Greenspan’s new cookbook, Dorie’s Cookies, is a grown-up, cocktail-friendly treat filled with pretzels and cheese and flavored with Old Bay seasoning. These cookies pair well with beer, Bloody Marys and soup. Get the recipe: Old Bay Pretzel-and-Cheese Cookies
Black-Bottomed Coconut Macaroons
These Black-Bottomed Coconut Macaroons are the perfect balance of chewy and crunchy. They’re naturally gluten-free, and dipped and drizzled with chocolate! Get the recipe: Black-Bottomed Coconut Macaroons
Brown Sugar Cinnamon Coconut Cookies
These Brown Sugar Cinnamon Coconut Cookies from Chocolate Moosey have a subtle flavor of coconut with a burst of cinnamon goodness. Get the recipe: Brown Sugar Cinnamon Coconut Cookies
Raspberry Jam Thumbprints
These super simple rustic thumbprint cookies feature sweet raspberry jam and chopped hazelnuts. The base for the cookie is a basic sugar cookie dough, so you can make a large batch and set some aside to make cut-out cookies too! Get the recipe: Raspberry Hazelnut Thumbprints
Almond Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies
Almond Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies are the perfect addition to holiday cookie trays. Get the recipe: Almond Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies
Peanut Butter Candy Cookies
This recipe is a one-bowl wonder that’s sure to be a highlight of your cookie tray. Get the recipe: Peanut Butter Candy Cookies
Gluten-Free Vegan Nutter Butter Bites
Peanut butter flavor galore in a tiny bite. Get the recipe: Gluten-Free Vegan Nutter Butter Bites
Jam Thumbprint Cookies
These Jam Thumbprint Cookies are simple and delicious cookies made with only four ingredients! You won’t be able to have just one of these gluten-free, vegan and Paleo-friendly cookies. Get the recipe: Jam Thumbprint Cookies
Almond Cookies
These easy cookies by Catherine McCord of the fantastic family food blog Weelicious are packed with the sweet nutty flavor of almonds. Catherine’s recipe calls for creating your own quick almond meal in a food processor—just toss in 1 cup of raw almonds and pulse. Between the calcium-rich almonds and only 1/2 cup brown sugar, it’s safe to say these cookies are healthier than most. Get the recipe: Almond Cookies
White Chocolate Protein Thumbprint Cookies
Why not get some extra protein while eating your Christmas cookies this season? Get the recipe: White Chocolate Protein Thumbprint Cookies
Chocolate Almond Butter Thumbprint Cookies
You’re only six ingredients away from these delicious Chocolate Almond Butter Thumbprint Cookies! This easy cookie recipe is also Paleo-friendly, refined sugar-free and vegan. Get the recipe: Chocolate Almond Butter Thumbprint Cookies
Cashew Chocolate Cookies
One taste of these and you’ll be in love. Get the recipe: Cashew Chocolate Cookies
Hello Dolly Cookies
If you love seven-layer bars, you should try these delicious cookies from Stephanie Manley! Get the recipe: Hello Dolly Cookies
Ginger Cookie Sandwiches with Christmas Ale Buttercream
These ginger cookie sandwiches are the perfect handmade holiday gift. Melanie Makes Get the recipe: Ginger Cookie Sandwiches
Chocolate Dream Cookies
A one-bowl cookie recipe that is loved by all. Get the recipe: Chocolate Dream Cookies
Chocolate Chip Hazelnut Snowball Cookies
With the holidays come snow, and with snow comes these Chocolate Chip Hazelnut Snowball Cookies from Flavor The Moments. They are buttery and melt-in-your-mouth good. Get the recipe: Chocolate Chip Hazelnut Cookies
Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
Bringing chocolate chip cookies to a cookie exchange is a bold move: Everyone’s an expert and you’ll be judged by how special yours are. Not to fear you won t go wrong with these! Get the recipe: Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
Anise Lingonberry French Macarons
Anise-scented macaron shells filled with festive red lingonberry jelly filling. Get the recipe: Anise Lingonberry French Macarons
Christmas Hot Chocolate Marshmallow-Cookie Mug Treats
You can make a bunch of these in no time at all and these are easy enough for the kids to create all by themselves! Get the recipe: Christmas Hot Chocolate Marshmallow-Cookie Mug Treats
Reese’s Pieces Cookies
Reese’s Pieces cookies are delicious cookies full of Reese’s Pieces and Reese’s peanut butter chips. Get the recipe: Ultimate Reese’s Pieces Cookies
Kourabiethes
You can find the recipe for these delicious Greek butter cookies at It Bakes Me Happy. Get the recipe: Kourabiethes
Chewy Gingerbread Cookies
Gingerbread cookies are the ultimate Christmas treat! Get the recipe: Chewy Gingerbread Cookies
Dark Chocolate-Dipped Funfetti Shortbread Cookies
Funfetti makes anything more festive. Get the recipe: Dark Chocolate-Dipped Funfetti Shortbread Cookies
Linzer Cookies
Classic Austrian cookie version of the Linzer Torte, a short crumbly pastry covered with fruit jam and a lattice top. Get the recipe: Linzer Cookies
No-Bake Chocolate Granola Cookies
A new twist on a classic no-bake cookie. Get the recipe: No-Bake Chocolate Granola Cookies
Orange Honey Cookies
Oranges are always reminiscent of winter and winter desserts, and these cookies are divine with a cup of tea first thing in the morning. Get the recipe: Orange Honey Cookies
Peppermint Shortbread Cookies
These peppermint shortbread cookies will be the star of any cookie platter. They’re all dressed up and ready to party! Get the recipe: Peppermint Shortbread Cookies
Stained Glass Window Cookies
Use our Basic Cookie Dough recipe as the base for these cut-out cookies and add hard-colored candies to create beautiful stained glass designs in each cookie’s opening. Get the recipe: Stained Glass Window Cookies
Turtle Cookie Balls
Everyone will love seeing these treats on your Christmas cookie plate! Get the recipe: Turtle Cookie Balls
Candy Cane Cookies
Use our Basic Cookie Dough recipe as the base for these cookies, then add red food coloring and crushed candy canes for a festive holiday treat. Get the recipe: Candy Cane Cookies
White Chocolate Christmas Crinkles
These delicious cookies are covered in chocolate and candy cane pieces! Get the recipe: White Chocolate Christmas Crinkles
Fudgy Brownie Cookies
Can’t decide between shipping brownies and cookies? Now you can ship both in one recipe with these Fudgy Brownie Cookies from Chocolate Moosey. Get the recipe: Fudgy Brownie Cookies
Chocolate Truffle Cookies with Sea Salt and Hershey Drops
This cookie has so many different flavors, it’s impossible not to fall in love! Get the recipe: Chocolate Truffle Cookies with Sea Salt and Hershey Drops
Peppermint Sugar Cookie Sandwiches with Chocolate Ganache Filling
These are a gorgeous addition to your holiday cookies. Rachel Cooks Get the recipe: Peppermint Sugar Cookie Sandwiches with Chocolate Ganache Filling
Double Cranberry Dark Chocolate Chunk Cookies
These Double Cranberry Dark Chocolate Chunk Cookies feature a browned butter and nutmeg dough loaded with chocolate chunks and cranberries, both dried and fresh. Get the recipe: Double Cranberry Dark Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Red Velvet Snowball Cookies
Red Velvet Snowball Cookies are such a fun and festive twist on this classic! With their chocolate flavor and deep red interior, these are a fabulous addition to any Christmas cookie tray. Get the recipe: Red Velvet Snowball Cookies
Quarter Pound Chocolate Candy Bar Cookie
This one is for the candy lovers! Get the recipe: Quarter Pound Chocolate Candy Bar Cookie
Soft, Chewy Snickerdoodles
Let me show you how to make Thick, Soft, Chewy Snickerdoodles! These are a must-make for your Christmas cookie trays. Get the recipe: Soft, Chewy Snickerdoodles
Easy Chocolate Chip Macaroons
This Easy Chocolate Chip Macaroons Recipe is a must-make for your Christmas cookie trays! They are light and chewy with a delightful chocolate twist. Get the recipe: Easy Chocolate Chip Macaroons
Christmas Tree and Wreath Meringue Cookies
Christmas Tree and Wreath Meringue Cookies are fun and beautifully festive! A light crunch on the outside, with a slightly chewy, airy center. Delightful! Get the recipe: Christmas Wreath Meringue Cookies
Best Chewy Molasses Cookies
These are the Best Chewy Molasses Cookies ever, and a must-make Christmas cookie tradition! The perfectly crackled tops and chewy insides are irresistible. Get the recipe: Best Chewy Molasses Cookies
No-Bake Muddy Buddy Crack Cookies
No-Bake Muddy Buddy Crack Cookies are a super easy, chocolate peanut butter snack that no one can resist! Think Rice Krispie Treats meets Muddy Buddies. Get the recipe: No-Bake Muddy Buddy Crack Cookies
