Welcome to the Ultimate Christmas Cookie Extravaganza, where the warmth of the holiday season meets the delicious world of cookies! Get ready to indulge in a delightful array of festive treats that will sprinkle magic into your baking adventures.
Delightful Diversity of Cookies
Whether you’re a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this blog is your go-to destination for all things cookie-related. From intricately decorated masterpieces to simple yet scrumptious recipes that fill your home with the aroma of cinnamon and joy, we’ve got you covered.
Healthier Holiday Baking: Guilt-Free Cookie Delights
Embrace the holiday spirit while keeping things on the healthier side. Discover recipes for guilt-free cookies that prioritize wholesome ingredients without compromising on taste or festivity.
Easy Bakes for Busy Days: Quick Christmas Cookie Wonders
Short on time? Fear not! These easy yet scrumptious recipes ensure you can whip up delightful cookies even in the midst of holiday chaos. Explore the 97 Best Christmas Cookie Recipes that you’re going to want to make this holiday season.
Short on time? Fear not! These easy yet scrumptious recipes ensure you can whip up delightful cookies even in the midst of holiday chaos.
Christmas Tree Cookies
Create a whimsical winter wonderland with these delightful Christmas Tree Cookies. Soft, buttery sugar cookies adorned with vibrant green frosting, shimmering sprinkles, and optionally topped with pretzel rod trunks. Perfect for adding festive joy to your holiday gatherings or as delightful edible decorations
Equipment
- mixing bowls
- whisk or fork
- Electric mixer (or hand mixer)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Baking Sheets
- Parchment Paper or Silicone Baking Mats
- cooling rack
- spatula
- Decorating Tools
- Knife or Rolling Pin
Ingredients
For Cookies
- 1 1/3 cups Unbleached all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp Baking soda
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 2/.3 cup Granulated sugar
- 10 tbsp Unsalted butter softened
- 1 Large egg
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp Almond extract
For Frosting:
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 3 tbsp Unsalted butter softened
- 2 - 3 tsp Milk
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
- Green food coloring
- Christmas sprinkles
- 81 1/2 inch Broken pretzel rod pieces optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Make Cookie Dough:
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix until a cookie dough forms.
Bake Cookies
- Roll the dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets. Flatten them slightly with your hand or the back of a spoon.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Let them cool completely.
Prepare Frosting:
- In a bowl, beat together the powdered sugar, softened butter, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Adjust the milk for desired consistency.
- Add green food coloring to achieve the desired shade of green for the frosting.
Decorate Cookies:
- Once the cookies have cooled, spread or pipe the green frosting onto the cookies.
- Decorate with Christmas sprinkles and optionally press a piece of broken pretzel rod onto the frosting to resemble a tree trunk.
Allow Frosting to Set:
- Let the frosting set for about 20-30 minutes before serving or storing the cookies.
Notes
For a more vibrant green color in the frosting, start with a small amount of food coloring and gradually add more until you achieve the desired shade. Remember, it's easier to add more color than to lighten it, so go slow and mix well between additions. Additionally, if you prefer a stronger almond flavor, you can slightly increase the amount of almond extract in the cookie dough for a more pronounced taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 70mg | Sugar: 12g
Snowy Holiday Crunch Bars
Absolutely! The White Christmas Slice is a festive and indulgent treat blending sweet white chocolate with a medley of textures and flavors. This recipe combines melted white chocolate with Rice Bubbles (puffed rice), dried cranberries, sultanas, toasted slivered almonds, and desiccated coconut. After mixing these ingredients together and pressing the mixture into a tray, it chills in the refrigerator until set, resulting in a delightful, easy-to-cut slice that's perfect for holiday gatherings or as a sweet indulgence throughout the year.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Spatula or Mixing Spoon
- Baking Tray or Dish
- Knife or Cutter
- Microwave or Double Boiler (optional)
- Stovetop and Pan (for toasting almonds, if needed)
Ingredients
- 500 g White chocolate
- 1 1/2 cups Rice Bubbles or any puffed rice
- 160 g Dried cranberries (craisins)
- 140 g Sultanas
- 120 g Slivered almonds toasted
- 1 cup desiccated coconut
Instructions
Prepare Ingredients
- Line a baking dish or tray with parchment paper.
Melt White Chocolate
- Break the white chocolate into small pieces and melt it in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water or in the microwave in short bursts, stirring frequently until smooth.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the Rice Bubbles, dried cranberries, sultanas, toasted slivered almonds, and desiccated coconut.
Combine with Melted Chocolate
- Pour the melted white chocolate over the dry ingredients mixture. Mix well until all the dry ingredients are coated evenly with the chocolate.
Press into Tray
- Transfer the mixture into the lined baking dish or tray. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to press the mixture firmly and evenly into the dish.
Chill
- Place the tray in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours or until the slice is set.
Cut and Serve
- Once set, remove from the fridge and cut into slices or squares.
Notes
- Variations: Feel free to get creative with this recipe! You can swap out the dried fruits or nuts with your favorites—try dried cherries, chopped dried apricots, pistachios, or pecans for a unique twist. You can also experiment with different types of chocolate or add a hint of citrus zest for extra flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 451kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 36mg | Potassium: 318mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 0.7mg | Calcium: 93mg | Iron: 1.7mg
Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
This recipe creates irresistibly chewy chocolate chip cookies with a perfect blend of softened butter, cream cheese, and a mix of sugars for sweetness. The addition of vanilla, a hint of salt, and the incorporation of semi-sweet chocolate chips yields a delightful treat. These cookies bake to golden perfection with crispy edges and a soft, gooey center—a classic favorite for any occasion!
Equipment
- mixing bowls
- Electric Mixer or Hand Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk and Spatula
- Baking Sheets
- Parchment Paper or Silicone Baking Mats
- Cookie Scoop or Spoon
- Oven
- Wire Cooling Rack
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup Softened butter
- 3 oz Cream cheese (softened)
- 1 1/2 cups Packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 Eggs
- 3 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
- 3 tsp Cornstarch
- 1 1/2 tsp Baking soda
- 1/2 tsp Coarse sea salt (or ¾ tsp regular salt)
- 2 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together softened butter, cream cheese, brown sugar, and granulated sugar.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Allow cookies to cool on sheets before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
For softer, chewier cookies, avoid overmixing the dough once you've added the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined to prevent the cookies from becoming tough. Additionally, if you prefer thicker cookies, refrigerate the dough for 30-60 minutes before baking; this helps the cookies hold their shape better while baking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Cookie | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 100mg | Sugar: 12g
Cherry Chocolate Kisses
"Cherry Chocolate Kisses" are delightful buttery cookies featuring a harmonious blend of maraschino cherry and almond flavors, crowned with a sweet milk chocolate kiss in the center. Perfect for indulging in a delightful combination of tastes and textures.
Equipment
- mixing bowls
- Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer
- Baking Sheets
- Parchment Paper or Silicone Baking Mat
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cookie Scoop or Spoon
- spatula
- cooling rack
- Oven
- Timer
- Wrapping optional
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 2 tsp maraschino cherry juice
- 1/4 tsp almond extract
- 2 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries chopped
- Granulated sugar for sprinkling the cookies
- 36 milk chocolate kisses unwrapped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until it's light and fluffy.
- Add the salt, maraschino cherry juice, and almond extract to the mixture. Blend well.
- Gradually add the flour to the wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Gently fold in the chopped maraschino cherries. You can use a spatula or your hands for this step.
- Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and roll them in granulated sugar to coat. Place the sugar-coated dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving some space between each.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden. The cookies will remain soft and should not brown.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and immediately press an unwrapped milk chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie. The cookies will crack around the edges, and the kiss will adhere to them.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, your Maraschino Cherry Kiss Cookies are ready to enjoy!
Notes
- Butter Temperature: It's crucial to use softened but still cool butter as specified in the recipe. This helps create the right texture for the cookies. If the butter is too warm or too cold, it can affect the consistency of the dough.
- Maraschino Cherry Juice: Use the juice from the maraschino cherries for a subtle cherry flavor. Be careful not to add too much, as it can make the dough too wet. The 2 teaspoons mentioned in the recipe are a good starting point.
- Chopping Cherries: When chopping the maraschino cherries, make sure to drain them well and pat them dry with a paper towel. Excess liquid can affect the dough's consistency.
- Cookie Size: If you want uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop or your hands to shape the dough into 1-inch balls. This ensures consistent baking times and a professional appearance.
- Baking Time: Be vigilant while baking. The cookies should be taken out when the edges are just starting to turn golden. Overbaking can result in dry cookies, so keep a close eye on them.
- Pressing the Kisses: When you press the milk chocolate kisses into the center of each cookie, do it immediately after removing them from the oven while they are still soft. This helps the kisses adhere properly.
- Cooling: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack. This helps them set without breaking.
- Variations: You can customize your Cherry Chocolate Kisses by using different flavors of kisses or adding a small piece of nut (like a pecan) instead of a kiss for a twist.
- Storage: Store your cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They should stay fresh for several days. If you need to store them for a more extended period, you can freeze them.
Nutrition
Serving: 1coockie | Calories: 100kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 30mg | Sugar: 7g
Christmas Crinkle Cookies
Christmas Crinkle Cookies are a delightful blend of red and green marbled dough, baked to perfection and coated in a snowy layer of powdered sugar. These festive treats capture the spirit of the season with their vibrant colors and crinkled texture, making them a deliciously cheerful addition to your holiday celebrations.
Equipment
- mixing bowls For combining and kneading the dough.
- baking sheet To place the cookie dough balls for baking.
- Parchment paper To line the baking sheet and prevent sticking.
- Oven For baking cookies.
- Wire Rack To cool the cookies after baking.
- Sifter or Sieve For dusting the cookies with powdered sugar.
Ingredients
- 1 box white cake mix
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp flour optional, for extra fluffiness
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- Red food coloring
- Green food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and flour. Mix until well combined and a dough forms.
- Divide the dough into two equal parts.
- In one part, add a few drops of green food coloring and knead the dough until the color is evenly distributed.
- In the other part, add a few drops of red food coloring and knead until the dough turns a festive red.
- Take a small portion of the red dough and roll it into a ball. Repeat with the green dough.
- Now, take a bit of both colors and roll them together into a larger ball to create a marbled effect.
- Place the marbled dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- While the cookies are baking, sift the powdered sugar into a bowl.
- Once the cookies are done, let them cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer them to a wire rack.
- While the cookies are still warm, roll them in powdered sugar until fully coated, creating a crinkled appearance.
- Allow the cookies to cool completely on the wire rack.
- Serve and enjoy your festive Christmas Crinkle Cookies!
Notes
For a more pronounced holiday flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the dough when combining the cake mix, eggs, oil, and flour. Additionally, be cautious with the amount of food coloring to achieve the desired red and green hues; a little goes a long way. Feel free to get creative with shapes by using cookie cutters or forming the dough into festive symbols. Enjoy these Christmas Crinkle Cookies as a delightful homemade treat or as a charming addition to your holiday cookie exchange!
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 168kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g
