18+ Holiday Cookie Exchange Recipe Ideas Deliciousness Awaits You!

Classic Sugar Cookies with a Twist

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup colored sugar crystals

Instructions:

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add in the egg and vanilla extract and mix well.
4. Slowly add in the dry ingredients until a dough forms.
5. Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut into desired shapes.
6. Place cookies on a baking sheet and sprinkle with colored sugar crystals.
7. Bake at 350°F for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
8. Cool on a wire rack before serving.

These classic sugar cookies are always a hit at cookie exchanges, but why not add a festive twist with some colored sugar crystals? You can even use different colors for a fun and vibrant platter of cookies.

Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add in the egg and vanilla extract and mix well.
4. Slowly add in the dry ingredients until a dough forms.
5. Stir in the crushed peppermint candies.
6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and coat in powdered sugar.
7. Place cookies on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes.
8. Cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nothing says holiday season like the combination of chocolate and peppermint. These crinkle cookies are a festive and delicious addition to any cookie exchange. The powdered sugar coating adds a touch of sweetness and a snowy look to these tasty treats.

Cranberry White Chocolate Cookies

Ingredients:

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 1 cup white chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
3. Add in the eggs and vanilla extract and mix well.
4. Slowly add in the dry ingredients until a dough forms.
5. Stir in the dried cranberries and white chocolate chips.
6. Drop dough onto a baking sheet and bake at 375°F for 8-10 minutes.
7. Cool on a wire rack before serving.

If you're looking for a cookie with a little more texture and flavor, these cranberry white chocolate cookies are the way to go. The tartness of the cranberries pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the white chocolate, making for a delightful holiday treat.

Caramel-Stuffed Snickerdoodles

Ingredients:

• 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar
• 24 soft caramel candies

Instructions:

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add in the eggs and vanilla extract and mix well.
4. Slowly add in the dry ingredients until a dough forms.
5. Wrap the dough around a caramel candy, making sure it is completely covered.
6. Roll the dough in cinnamon sugar and place on a baking sheet.
7. Bake at 375°F for 8-10 minutes.
8. Cool on a wire rack before serving.

These snickerdoodles are taken to the next level with a gooey caramel surprise in the center. The cinnamon sugar coating adds a delicious crunch to these already irresistible cookies. Trust us, you'll want to make a double batch of these for your cookie exchange.

These holiday cookie exchange recipe ideas are sure to be a hit at any gathering. Get creative and have fun with your cookie designs and flavors. Happy baking!