When December hits, you deserve a little pause, something sweet, simple, and guaranteed to lift your holiday mood. That’s exactly where these 20 Christmas Cookies step in. Think of this as your cozy corner of Christmas cooking, where every recipe feels doable, comforting, and perfect for those moments when you just want a break from the rush.
Maybe you’re planning a Christmas cookie box, maybe you’re baking for someone special, or maybe you’re just craving a tray of warm winter treats to enjoy on a quiet evening. Whatever your vibe, this lineup gives you choices that spark inspiration without overwhelming you.
What You’ll Find in This Cookie Roundup
Before you dive in, here’s a little peek at what makes these 20 Christmas Cookies so fun to explore.
A cookie for every mood: whether you want something nostalgic, something indulgent, or something so easy you can bake it half-asleep, you’ll find your match here.
Flavors that feel like December: warm spices, cozy chocolates, colorful sprinkles… all the comforting vibes you want from winter baking.
Perfect picks for a Christmas Cookie Box: a mix of soft, chewy, crisp, and festive cookies that look beautiful together and make gifting effortless.
Gingerbread Sandwich Cookies
Soft, spiced, and perfectly cozy, these little gingerbread sandwiches bring instant joy to cold December days. They’re the kind of winter treats that are fun and effortless, soft cookies, creamy filling, and all the warm flavors you’d want.
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Perfect Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies
Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies are little bites of holiday joy, soft, buttery cookies with a rich chocolate center that melts in your mouth. Perfect for cozying up on a cold day with a warm drink, they’re playful, festive, and guaranteed to bring a smile with every bite.
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Fun And Easy Pinwheel Cookies
Whirls of chocolate and vanilla come together in these cheerful Pinwheel Cookies, perfect for adding a playful touch to your holiday baking. Soft, and buttery.
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Chewy Chocolate Mint Cookies
Rich chocolate meets a hint of refreshing mint in these Chocolate Mint Cookies, making every bite feel like a little winter treat. Soft, indulgent, and perfectly festive, they’re ideal for sharing with friends this season.
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Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies Everyone Will Love
Soft, spiced, and dusted with a snowy layer of sugar, Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies are pure holiday comfort. Each bite melts in your mouth, filling the kitchen with cozy aromas.
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Easy Chocolate Peppermint Blossoms
Chewy, chocolatey, and topped with a soft peppermint kiss, Peppermint Blossoms are the kind of cookies that instantly spark holiday cheer. Perfect for sharing with friends.
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Easy Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
Chewy, rich chocolate forms the perfect base for these Chocolate Peppermint Cookies, topped with a creamy layer and sprinkled with crushed peppermint. Every bite is a little winter celebration, sweet, festive, and just the right amount of indulgence.
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Soft Christmas Tree Cookies
Shaped like tiny festive evergreens, these Christmas Tree Cookies are as cheerful as they are delicious. Soft, buttery, and decorated with colorful sprinkles, they’re the kind of cookies that make baking feel playful.
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Easy Gingerbread Whoopie Pies
Imagine soft, spiced gingerbread hugging a pillowy sweet filling, that’s exactly what these Gingerbread Whoopie Pies deliver. They’re cozy, festive, and just the kind of treat you’ll want to share with your family.
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Double Chocolate Chip Cookies
These Double Chocolate Chip Cookies are little pockets of chocolate heaven, crispy on the edges, soft and almost molten in the center, with chocolate chips that melt just right.
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Chewy Peanut Butter Blossoms You’ll Love
Imagine biting into a soft, peanut buttery cookie that’s crowned with a chocolatey kiss, pure happiness! These Blossoms are playful, festive, and the kind of sweet to brighten a chilly afternoon.
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Gingerbread Cookies
Soft, perfectly spiced, and oh-so-adorable, these Gingerbread Cookies are loved by both kids and adults alike. They look cute enough to display on the counter, taste even better than they look.
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Molasses Cookies
Molasses Cookies are the kind of sweet that feels grown-up and playful at the same time. They’re chewy, rich, and have just the right kick of warmth to make you smile with every bite.
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Soft Churro Cookies
Soft, tender, and dusted with cinnamon sugar, these Churro Cookies are frosted with a creamy cinnamon buttercream that takes them over the top. Sweet, cozy, and delightfully indulgent.
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Ultimate Chocolate Crinkle Cookies : Super Easy
Rich, fudgy, and perfectly crackled on top, Chocolate Crinkle Cookies are a chocolate lover’s dream. Soft and chewy on the inside with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar.
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Snowball Cookies
Soft, delicate, and delightfully festive, they’re the kind of cookies that make holiday gatherings feel extra special.
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Salted Caramel Cookies
Chewy, gooey, and kissed with just the right amount of salt, Salted Caramel Cookies are pure cozy indulgence. One bite and you’ll understand why these little treats disappear fast.
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Hot Chocolate Cookies
Imagine a mug of cocoa transformed into a cookie, rich chocolate, gooey marshmallows, and a little sprinkle of magic. These Hot Chocolate Cookies are cozy bites of happiness, perfect for warming up cold days.
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Sweet and Tangy Cranberry Orange Cookies
Bright, zesty, and just a little tangy, these Cranberry Orange Cookies are like sunshine on a chilly winter day. Soft, chewy, and dotted with sweet-tart cranberries.
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Funfetti Cookies
Each bite of these cookies is like a little confetti party in your mouth, soft, buttery, and bursting with colorful sprinkles. Perfect for adding a pop of joy to a gray winter day.
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I hope this list sparks your baking spirit and gives you a little extra joy this holiday season, because honestly, what’s Christmas without a few sweet bites and a lot of smiles?