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    Home » MSN Slideshows

    15 Christmas Cookies That’ll Make Your Holidays Extra Sweet

    Published: Nov 26, 2024 by Barbara Curry

    Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links.

    Christmas cookies are more than just a sweet treat—they’re a big part of what makes the holiday season feel so special. Whether you’re baking for a family get-together, a cookie swap, or just to fill your home with that cozy holiday vibe, the right recipes can make all the difference. These Christmas cookie ideas are easy to love and perfect for bringing a little extra cheer to your celebrations. Let’s make your holiday baking fun, simple, and full of joy!

    Best Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

    A single chocolate chip cookie with a piece broken off.
    Best Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.


     

    This recipe for brown butter chocolate chip cookies may change your life. Instructions on how to brown butter included!
    Get the Recipe: Best Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

    Peppery Peanut Butter Cookies

    A tray of crunchy peanut butter cookies.
    Peppery Peanut Butter Cookies. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

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    Homemade Peppery Peanut Butter Cookies will melt in your mouth but leave you with a spicy surprise. A little cayenne enhances this classic cookie recipe.
    Get the Recipe: Peppery Peanut Butter Cookies

    Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

    Crinkle cookies in a festive serving dish.
    Chocolate Crinkle Cookies. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Chocolate crinkle cookies recipe has cherry preserves and bits of chocolate combined, perfect for a cookie exchange or valentine’s treat!
    Get the Recipe: Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

    Slice And Bake Double Chocolate Cookies

    Slice And Bake Double Chocolate Cookies. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Double chocolate cookies are a rich and decadent cookie with a gooey chocolate chunk in every bite. A shortbread type dough that you just slice and bake.
    Get the Recipe: Slice And Bake Double Chocolate Cookies

    Fudgy White Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

    A glass of milk and chocolate Christmas cookies.
    Fudgy White Chocolate Peppermint Cookies. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Rich white chocolate peppermint cookies come filled with white chocolate peppermint bark. These brownie like cookies are always a hit!
    Get the Recipe: Fudgy White Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

    Old-Fashioned Iced Oatmeal Cookies (Soft And Chewy)

    Old-Fashioned Iced Oatmeal Cookies (Soft And Chewy). Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    Whip up these Old-Fashioned Iced Oatmeal Raisin Cookies with oats, brown sugar, and a sweet glaze—just like the ones you loved as a kid.
    Get the Recipe: Old-Fashioned Iced Oatmeal Cookies (Soft And Chewy)

    Just Sweet Enough Almond Sugar Cookies

    Just Sweet Enough Almond Sugar Cookies. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    With their signature nutty flavor and extra sweetness from toffee bits, these Almond Cookies are a crispy delight.
    Get the Recipe: Just Sweet Enough Almond Sugar Cookies

    Double Chocolate Chunk Cookies With Pecans

    Two chocolate cookies sit on a black surface
    Double Chocolate Chunk Cookies With Pecans. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    With their gooey texture and subtle touch of espresso, these chocolate cookies are nothing short of heavenly.
    Get the Recipe: Double Chocolate Chunk Cookies With Pecans

    Buttery Orange Rosemary Shortbread Cookies

    Baked shortbread squares on a serving tray.
    Buttery Orange Rosemary Shortbread Cookies. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

    Rich and buttery with just a hint of sweetness, these Orange Rosemary Shortbread Cookies have a subtle, but standout flavor.
    Get the Recipe: Buttery Orange Rosemary Shortbread Cookies

    Dulce De Leche Pretzel Linzer Cookies

    Dulce de Leche Pretzel Linzer Cookies. Photo credit: Smells Like Home.

    These decadent linzer cookies are made with pretzel crumbs and filled with creamy dulce de leche for a delicious salty and sweet treat!
    Get the Recipe: Dulce De Leche Pretzel Linzer Cookies

    Cake Mix Cookie Recipe (Only 4 Ingredients!)

    Cake Mix Cookie Recipe (Only 4 Ingredients!). Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

    Incredibly soft, these 4 Ingredient Cake Mix Cookies are easy to make & even easier to eat! The flavor combos are practically endless too.
    Get the Recipe: Cake Mix Cookie Recipe (Only 4 Ingredients!)

    Spritz Cookies

    Spritz Cookies. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

    Spritz Cookies are slightly sweet, buttery delights formed with a cookie press and decorated perfectly for your holiday cookie tray!
    Get the Recipe: Spritz Cookies

    Classic Holiday Shortbread Cookies

    Classic Holiday Shortbread Cookies. Photo credit: Kickass Baker.

    Cut-out Shortbread Cookies offer the perfect canvas for festive decorations such as drizzles of chocolate and sprinkles of candy canes.
    Get the Recipe: Classic Holiday Shortbread Cookies

    Crispy Gingersnap Cookies (No Molasses)

    Crispy Gingersnap Cookies (No Molasses). Photo credit: Kickass Baker.

    Looking for a crispy gingersnap cookie recipe without molasses? This easy recipe is it! These subtly spicy cookies come together in under 30 minutes.
    Get the Recipe: Crispy Gingersnap Cookies (No Molasses)

    Super Easy Christmas Cake Mix Cookies With Only A Few Ingredients

    Super Easy Christmas Cake Mix Cookies With Only A Few Ingredients. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    This Christmas cookie recipe with only a few ingredients you normally keep on hand has 4 ingredients and it take less than 5 min. to make.
    Get the Recipe: Super Easy Christmas Cake Mix Cookies With Only A Few Ingredients

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    Barbara Curry is the culinary adventurer of Butter & Baggage. With a dedicated enthusiasm for real butter made from happy cows she is in constant pursuit of delicious recipes and tasty dishes. She shares her experiences, ventures, and occasional misadventures because let’s face it things can get messy in any kitchen.

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