35 Of The Most Delicious Christmas Cookie Recipes You Ll Find

35 Of The Most Delicious Christmas Cookie Recipes You Ll Find

It's the most wonderful time of the year, and what better way to get into the holiday spirit than by baking some delicious Christmas cookies? This festive season calls for a plethora of sweet treats to be shared with friends and family. To help you kick off the festive baking season, here is a compilation of 35 of the most delightful Christmas cookie recipes you'll find. From classic sugar cookies to indulgent chocolate peppermint cookies, this list has something for everyone. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, these recipes are sure to bring joy and warmth to your home this holiday season.

  • Prep 20 min
  • Cook 10 min
  • Total 30 min
  • Yield 35 cookies
  • Cuisine Christmas
  • Category Cookie
Regular diet Christmas cookies holiday baking sweet treats festive spirit

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Set aside.

  3. In a separate large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and well combined.

  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a soft dough forms.

  6. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness.

  7. Use your favorite cookie cutters to cut out shapes from the dough and transfer them to the prepared baking sheet.

  8. Decorate the cookies with sprinkles and decorations as desired.

  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

  10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: 1 cookie
Calories
120 kcal per cookie
Total Fat
5 g per cookie
Saturated Fat
3 g per cookie
Cholesterol
20 mg per cookie
Sodium
100 mg per cookie
Total Carbohydrate
18 g per cookie
Dietary Fiber
0.5 g per cookie
Sugars
10 g per cookie
Protein
2 g per cookie

Whether you're planning a holiday cookie exchange or just want to indulge in some sweet treats for yourself, these 35 recipes are a must-try for this festive season. From traditional gingerbread cookies to modern twists on classic flavors, there's a cookie for every taste preference and baking skill level in this collection. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let the baking begin! Merry Christmas and happy baking!