There’s nothing like a freshly baked cookie to usher in the holiday spirit. This curated roundup brings together the very best holiday cookie recipes; from nostalgic classics to creative modern twists, to make your holiday baking easier, tastier, and more fun.
1. Christmas Sugar Cookies (Crumbl Copycat)
These soft, buttery sugar cookies mimic the beloved Crumbl version with their melt-in-your-mouth texture and perfectly sweet frosting. The linked article walks you through foolproof steps to get bakery-style results at home.
2. Winter Wonderland Chocolate Chip Christmas Cookies
Classic chocolate chip cookies get a festive upgrade with seasonal sprinkles and cozy holiday flavors. This recipe is perfect for bakers who want something simple yet delightfully cheerful.
3. Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies with White Chocolate
Warm maple, spicy cinnamon, and creamy white chocolate come together in a cookie that tastes like a winter hug. If you love soft-and-chewy cookies with holiday spice, this guide shows you exactly how to nail them.
4. Gourmet Brownie Cookies
Rich, fudgy, and deeply chocolatey, these brownie cookies deliver bakery-worthy indulgence with surprisingly simple steps. This article breaks down how to achieve that shiny crackle top and gooey center every time.
5. Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
Chocolate and peppermint make the ultimate holiday duo, and this recipe shows you how to balance both flavors perfectly. These cookies are ideal for gifting, cookie exchanges, and anyone who loves a festive minty twist.
6. Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies
With their spiced molasses flavor and signature powdered-sugar crinkles, these cookies are pure holiday nostalgia. The article walks you through creating that perfect soft center and beautifully crackled exterior.
7. Christmas Kitchen Sink Cookies
These anything-goes cookies are packed with festive mix-ins; chocolate, pretzels, holiday candies, and more. If you love a cookie with lots of texture and flavor variety, this recipe gives you creative ideas to customize your batch.
8. Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies
Creamy cheesecake meets classic gingerbread in this soft, decadent cookie mash-up. The article shows you how to get that perfect cheesecake center without any fuss.
9. Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies
These rich chocolate cookies with a fudgy thumbprint center are elegant, simple, and endlessly customizable. The linked recipe shares shaping tips and filling variations to make them truly shine on any cookie tray.
10. Christmas Cookie Box Guide
This guide helps you assemble a beautiful, well-balanced Christmas cookie box; complete with tips for variety, packaging, and keeping everything fresh. It’s a must-read for anyone gifting holiday treats.
More Inspiration
Looking for even more festive kitchen ideas? Explore additional recipes, baking tips, and seasonal guides across the site to keep your holiday cooking joyful and delicious.
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