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better homes and gardens best of christmas cookies

christmas cookie trees

Mike Garten

Christmas cookies: they're not just for Santa! Everybody loves to cuddle up by the fireplace with hot cocoa in one hand and a freshly-baked cookie in another. Whether you go right to the chocolate or you're more of a ginger snap fan, there's a Christmas cookie for everyone, and it's all about finding the right recipe. On our list of almost 100 popular Christmas cookie recipes, you're sure to find your soulmate in sweetness. The best part about this particular treat? They're not just dessert—they also make a fun and rewarding activity to enjoy while watching a favorite Christmas movie or cranking up the Christmas tunes.

Make your holiday countdown the most indulgent one yet by trying one (or many!) of these easy and delicious recipes, which range from 30-minute classics to elaborate cookie swap showstoppers (check out these Christmas cookie decorating ideas to really bring things to the next level). Whether you prefer super-sweet or a little bit spicy (hello, gingerbread!), there's a unique Christmas cookie idea for you — and for all of the people you want to give simple-yet-thoughtful homemade food gifts. (Side note: Did you know you can easily turn an empty Pringles can into a cute and festive Christmas cookie container? Check out our holiday cookie container tutorial.) Fire up your oven (or don't — we've got no bake options too), and get ready to spread some holiday cheer.

christmas cookies white chocolate dipped madeleines

Mike Garten

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White Chocolate-Dipped Madeleines

christmas cookies sugar cookie tree

Mike Garten

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christmas cookies peppermint meringues

Mike Garten

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christmas cookies basic sugar cookies

Mike Garten

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christmas cookies red velvet cookies

Mike Garten

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iced lemon stars christmas cookies

Mike Garten

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Iced Lemon Stars

Make Basic Sugar Cookies but add 1 tsp grated lemon zest along with egg and vanilla. Cut and bake as directed. Once cool, make the Lemon Glaze: In a bowl, combine 1 cup confectioners' sugar and 2 Tbsp lemon juice until smooth. Spoon over cookies. Let set, about 1 hour.

chocolate caramel cookies christmas cookies

Mike Garten

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Chocolate Caramel Cookies

christmas cookies flourless chocolate walnut cookies

Mike Garten

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Flourless Chocolate-Walnut Cookies

christmas cookies choco dipped trees

Mike Garten

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Choco-Dipped Trees

Cut Sugar Cookie Dough into trees. When cool, dip half of each tree in melted dark chocolate and sprinkle with multi-colored sanding sugar.

christmas cookies mint chocolate cookie dough

Mike Garten

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Mint Chocolate Cookie Dough

christmas spritz cookies

Mike Garten

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pecan apricot rugelach christmas cookies

Mike Garten

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old school peanut butter cookie sandwiches christmas cookies

Daniel Muller

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Old-School Peanut Butter Cookie Sandwiches

sprinkle "donuts" christmas cookies

Mike Garten

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Sprinkle "Donuts"

Cut Sugar Cookie Dough into rounds. With smaller cutter, cut middles out of rounds. When cool, spread with frosting and decorate with red and green sprinkles.

choco mint snowflakes christmas cookies

Mike Garten

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Choco-Mint Snowflakes

Make Basic Sugar Cookies but reduce flour to 2 1/2 cups and add 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa. Drizzle cookies with 4 oz melted white chocolate. Sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies.

chunky nut butter cookies christmas cookies

Mike Garten

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Chunky Nut Butter Cookies

skillet cookie sundaes

Mike Garten

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pecan snickerdoodles

Mike Garten

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Pecan Snickerdoodles

Make Basic Sugar Cookies but fold in 1 cup finely chopped pecans before rolling. Combine ¼ cup granulated sugar and 1 tsp ground cinnamon and sprinkle over cookies before baking.

meyer lemon madeleines

Mike Garten

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vegan chocolate chip cookies

mike garten

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Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

white chocolate  lavender madeleines

Mike Garten

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White Chocolate and Lavender Madeleines

oatmeal cookies with apples in a glass jar on a light wooden background

OksanaKiian

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oatmeal cookie cups

JONATHAN BOULTON

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cookies shooters

CON POULOS

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sweet  salty zucchini bread cookies

MIKE GARTEN

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Sweet & Salty Zucchini Bread Cookies

nutty shortbread cookies

CLAUDIA TOTIR

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christmas cookies

Mike Garten

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Gingerbread Sandwich Cookies

pumpkin cherry breakfast cookies

EMILY KATE ROEMER

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sugar cookie ornaments   christmas cookies

Mike Garten

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fruitcake cookies   christmas cookies

Mike Garten

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Fruitcake Cookies

Sure, you might be the only one in the family that loves Grandma's fruitcake (besides Grandma, of course!), but these cookies will win everyone over. Trust.

Get the recipe for Fruitcake Cookies »

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Samantha MacAvoy joined the Good Housekeeping food team in March 2020, where she writes about the latest tasty offerings from the Test Kitchen, must-try food trends, and top tips for home cooking success.

Associate Lifestyle Editor As the Associate Lifestyle Editor for GoodHousekeeping.com, Amanda oversees gift guides and covers home, holidays, food, and other lifestyle news.

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