I always feel like making bread during the holidays! Whether you’re having a little baking day by yourself, sharing the kitchen with the kids, or hosting a cookie decorating party, here are our favorite Christmas cookie recipes We will introduce over 50 of them.
While many of these are holiday-specific, I think Christmas cookies can also become a staple or favorite year-round. Therefore, in this post we will introduce different types of cookies. Find other holiday sweets in our complete dessert archive.
christmas wreath cookies
An easy Christmas wreath cookie made with cornflake cereal coated with marshmallow.
Easy Chocolate (Oreo) Truffles
This Oreo truffle recipe is perfect for the holidays. No baking required.
Melting snowman cookies
Make delicious sugar cookies decorated to look like melted snowmen.
Soft and chewy gingerbread cookies
Flavorful holiday cutout cookies. Some gingerbread cookies are hard and crunchy, but this recipe is soft and chewy.
butter cookies
Soft and delicious butter cookies. Create a festive atmosphere with a holiday cookie press.
Grinch cookies (using cake mix!)
Make holiday favorites with these easy green Grinch cookies.
snowball cookie
Roll the nutty and buttery cookies in powdered sugar to look like a snowman.
Meringue cookies
Egg white cookies that melt in your mouth. It has a delicate taste with a slightly crunchy texture.
M&M cookies
A recipe for soft and chewy M&M cookies. You can use his M&M’s in holiday colors or use all colors to get the look you want.
thumbprint cookie
These thumbprint cookies are easy to make and so delicious!
Soft and chewy peanut butter cookies
This recipe is similar to soft chocolate chip cookies, but with peanut butter and peanut butter chips. A favorite at our house!
white chocolate chip cookie
These soft and delicious white chocolate chip cookies are the perfect accompaniment to hot chocolate.
oatmeal raisin cookies
This is a classic recipe for soft and chewy oatmeal raisin cookies.
pinwheel cookies
Vanilla and chocolate flavored cookies with a festive swirl design.
edible cookie dough
This is a cookie dough recipe that is safe to eat without baking. It’s also a great snack to enjoy while watching a holiday movie, or a fun homemade gift idea.
potato chip cookies
This is one of those recipes that reminds me of my great-grandmother’s. A classic salty and sweet cookie.
no bake chocolate oatmeal cookies recipe
How to make no-bake chocolate oatmeal cookies that harden every time! This is probably the cookie recipe I make the most throughout the year.
peanut butter blossom cookies
Easy peanut butter flower recipe that doesn’t require refrigeration. Fill the center with mini peanut butter cups or chocolate kiss candies.
white chocolate macadamia nut cookies
The cookies in this recipe are soft, chewy, and buttery. Flake salt and macadamia nuts contrast with white chocolate for the perfect combination of sweet and salty.
Soft & Chewy Molasses Cookies
A simple and easy to follow recipe for flavorful molasses cookies. It smells amazing while baking!
espresso cookie
These chewy chocolate espresso cookies are rich and perfect for the holiday season.
chocolate chip cookie bar
This is a classic chocolate chip cookie bar recipe. These are classics and reader favorites.
candy cane cookies
This is an easy recipe for candy cane cookies using peppermint extract. It’s fun to adjust the shapes and mix different colors!
simple chocolate chip pumpkin cookies
This chocolate chip pumpkin cookie recipe has all the basic ingredients.
Snickerdoodle recipe (without cream of tartar)
The best snickerdoodle cookies (without cream of tartare – I always seem to leave it out). These are always holiday scents for me!
How to freeze cookie dough balls
If you want to plan ahead and tackle it, read all the best tips on how to freeze cookie dough balls. That way, your freezer will always be stocked and ready to serve your guests whenever they need freshly baked cookies.
rocky road cookies
Popular ice cream flavors have been transformed into cookies. These remind me of hot chocolate with marshmallows.
large chocolate chip cookie
These large chocolate chip cookies are crispy on the edges and soft on the inside, making them so much fun this time of year.
Tips for mailing royal icing sugar cookies
The coming season is full of holiday gifts. Get tips for mailing treats from a professional baker.
How to slice and bake cookie designs
This is an easy to slice and bake cookie recipe with a cute design. You can make fall leaves, Santa hats, holiday presents, cookie cutout designs, and more.
classic shortbread cookies
Shortbread cookies are one of my favorite cookies. It’s delicious to eat on its own, but it also goes great with hot chocolate or coffee.
lemon crinkle cookie
I love winter citrus, so if you do too, make these Lemon Crinkle Cookies!
brownie cookies
If you need an easy to bake cookie recipe and are in the mood for some chocolate, give these brownie cookies a try.
royal icing sugar cookies
These are the number one cookies I make almost every holiday. We decorate for each season and event.
The best vegan sugar cookies!
If you want a vegan (dairy-free) version of Royal Icing Sugar Cookies.
Easy sticky butter cookies
Melty butter cake is one of my favorite desserts to bring to a holiday potluck. This is the cookie version.
Vegan chocolate chip pumpkin cookies (gluten free too!)
When you need a seasonal alternative. These may be vegan or gluten-free, but we guarantee they’re delicious too.
red velvet cookies
A rich red velvet cookie with white chocolate chips. It’s thin, crispy, and packed with flavor!
banana cookie
This recipe is like a cookie version of banana bread, or a banana bread muffin topped with crumbs.
Slice chocolate chips and bake cookies
A great chocolate chip recipe that’s easy to make and store in the freezer. Just slice and bake when you need it!
peanut butter and jelly cookies
I’m filing this with inspiration from my childhood favorites. Who doesn’t love peanut butter and jelly? This is the dessert version.
Vanilla and thyme slice and bake cookies
A rich buttery cookie with the flavor of vanilla beans and thyme. They’re perfect for coffee or tea, and have a holiday scent while they bake.
chocolate snowcap mountain cookies
A giant oversized cookie featuring chocolate and the classic movie theater treat, a snow hat.
chocolate cookie
These cookies are a little chewy and have a bit of sweet and spicy jam in the center of each one. If you like the classic thumbprint cookie, you’ll probably enjoy this variation.
blueberry muffin cookies
These embody all of my favorite parts of muffins: the sweet and savory flavors and the crown, the crumble top.
Carrot cake cookies with cream cheese frosting
Carrots don’t get enough credit. And probably my favorite carrot recipe is carrot cake. This recipe is the cookie version.
Spicy gingerbread cookies transformed into cityscapes
If you like thin, flaky gingerbread cookies, this recipe is for you. We’ll also show you how to turn them into snowy cityscapes.
Make homemade cookie butter (or any cookie!)
Easy homemade cookie butter recipe (you can use any cookie!). This recipe is a great addition to a dessert board or as a homemade gift.
Puff pastry cookie cutters
It wasn’t until I was an adult that I really began to appreciate the buttery, flaky goodness of puff pastry. This cookie recipe has that magic in it.
Flour-free chocolate chip cookies
This recipe is super easy to make (only 6 ingredients). I like the texture, which is soft but not too sticky.
skillet cookies
This is the perfect recipe when you want cookies for a large group! These are best served with ice cream.
How to make macaron cookies
These classic French cookies are as delicious as they are beautiful to look at. It takes quite a bit of effort to create, but this post makes it easy.