Christmas is a time for family, friends, and of course, delicious treats. And what better way to celebrate the holiday season than with some freshly baked Christmas cookies? These festive treats are the perfect addition to any holiday gathering, and with this simple and easy-to-follow recipe, you'll have a batch of delicious cookies in no time!
Main Ingredients: Butter, Shortening, Packed Brown Sugar, Baking Soda
The perfect addition to your holiday baking list, these Mountain Christmas Cookies are a delicious combination of chocolate, oats, and cranberries. They are easy to make and even easier to eat, making them a crowd-pleasing treat for any Christmas gathering.
Transport your taste buds to Italy with these traditional Italian Christmas Cookies. These buttery, almond-flavored treats are a classic holiday staple and are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
These Kris Kringle Christmas Cookies are a festive twist on the classic sugar cookie. With a hint of peppermint and a dash of holiday cheer, these cookies are a must-have for any Christmas celebration.
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Cranberry Christmas Cookies
Main Ingredients: Butter, White Sugar, Brown Sugar, Egg, Orange Juice
Tangy cranberries and sweet white chocolate come together in these Cranberry Christmas Cookies to create a deliciously festive dessert. The perfect balance of tart and sweet, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone.
These Snowball Christmas Cookies are a melt-in-your-mouth treat that will have you coming back for more. With a dusting of powdered sugar and a rich buttery flavor, these cookies are a holiday favorite.
No holiday baking list is complete without a classic Christmas Cookie recipe. These cookies are a blank canvas, waiting for you to add your own personal touch with frosting, sprinkles, and other decorations.
Don't have a lot of time to bake during the busy holiday season? These Easy Christmas Cookies are the perfect solution. With minimal ingredients and simple steps, you can have a batch of delicious cookies ready in no time.
For a twist on the classic sugar cookie, try these Belgian Christmas Cookies. Made with Belgian chocolate and a touch of sea salt, these cookies are a decadent treat that will have you feeling like you're in a winter wonderland.
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Belgian Christmas Cookies — Christmas Cookies from...
Main Ingredients: Flour, Baking Powder, Salt, Butter, Brown Sugar, Egg
These Funfetti Christmas Cookies are a fun and festive twist on the traditional sugar cookie. With colorful sprinkles mixed into the dough and a generous dusting on top, these cookies are sure to bring a smile to anyone's face.
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Funfetti Christmas Cookies
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, Sugar, Large Eggs, Vanilla Extract
If you're a chocolate lover, these Chocolate Brownie Christmas Cookies are a must-try. These rich and fudgy cookies are the perfect balance of cookie and brownie, making them a delicious addition to any holiday spread.
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Chocolate Brownie Christmas Cookies
Main Ingredients: Nestle Toll House, Unsalted Butter, Large Eggs, Sugar
Short on time and ingredients? These 4 Ingredient Christmas Cookies are your answer. With just four simple ingredients, you can have a batch of delicious cookies ready to enjoy in no time.
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4 Ingredient Christmas Cookies
Main Ingredients: Devil S Food Cake Mix, Eggs, Oil, Hershey Kisses
For a nutty and buttery treat, try these Toffee Pecan Christmas Cookies. The combination of toffee bits and chopped pecans gives these cookies a delicious crunch and a decadent flavor that is perfect for the holiday season.
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Toffee Pecan Christmas Cookies
Main Ingredients: Light Brown Sugar, Granulated Sugar, Country Crock
Add a touch of elegance to your holiday baking with these French Christmas Cookies. Made with almond flour and almond extract, these cookies have a delicate and nutty flavor that is sure to impress.
Warm up on a cold winter day with these Hot Cocoa Cookies. With a rich chocolate flavor and a gooey marshmallow center, these cookies are a delicious way to enjoy a classic winter beverage in cookie form.
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Hot Cocoa Cookies- Christmas Cookiess
Main Ingredients: Butter, Granulated Sugar, Brown Sugar, Eggs, Vanilla
If you're looking for a new twist on the classic cookie, try these Christmas Cookie Bars. With a soft and chewy texture and a combination of holiday flavors, these bars are perfect for sharing with friends and family.
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Christmas Cookies Bars
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Baking Soda, Salt, Crisco
Put a festive spin on the classic ginger cookie with these Ginger Crinkle Snowflake Christmas Cookies. The crinkled top and snowflake design make them a beautiful addition to any holiday cookie platter.
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Ginger Crinkle Snowflake Christmas Cookies
Main Ingredients: Butter, Sugar, Eggs, Molasses, Salt, Baking Soda
Get a taste of Hungary with these traditional Hungarian Christmas Cookies. Made with apricot jam and a hint of brandy, these cookies have a unique and delicious flavor that is perfect for the holiday season.
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Hungarian Christmas Cookies
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Butter, Rapid Rise Yeast, Sugar
Believe it or not, Ritz crackers make for a delicious cookie base. These Ritz Cracker Christmas Cookies are a sweet and salty treat that are easy to make and perfect for holiday snacking.
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Ritz Cracker Christmas Cookies
Main Ingredients: Ritz Crackers, White Chocolate Melting Wafers, Coconut
These Sicilian Christmas Cookies are a delicious combination of citrus and almond flavors. With a hint of lemon and a touch of amaretto, these cookies are a unique and tasty addition to any holiday spread.
Expand your holiday baking horizons with these Christmas Cookies from Around the World. From German Lebkuchen to Mexican Polvorones, these cookies will take your taste buds on a delicious international journey.
The Perfect Christmas Cookie Recipe
Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need:
1 cup of butter, softened
1 cup of sugar
1egg
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
2 cups of flour
1 teaspoon of baking powder
1/2 teaspoon of salt
Red and green food coloring
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add in the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
Divide the dough into two equal parts and add red food coloring to one half and green food coloring to the other half. Mix until the dough is evenly colored.
Roll out each dough separately on a floured surface until they are about 1/4 inch thick.
Using festive cookie cutters, cut out your desired shapes from each dough.
Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden brown.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, decorate the cookies with icing, sprinkles, or any other toppings of your choice.
Enjoy your delicious and festive Christmas cookies!
This recipe makes about 24 cookies, perfect for sharing with loved ones or for indulging in during the holiday season. These cookies can also be packaged in cute holiday-themed tins or bags and given as gifts to friends and family.
So this Christmas, gather your loved ones, put on some holiday music, and bake up a batch of these delicious Christmas cookies. They are sure to spread joy and cheer to all who taste them. Happy holidays!
