Presenting my cookie season masterpiece - a roundup of more than 15 delicious & easy holiday cookies, each more scrumptious than the last! From classic cookie recipes to new family favorites.
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There is nothing as wonderful as a warm plate of cookies with a big mug of tea and cozying up on the couch to watch Elf for the millionth time. So as much as the harsh cold weather tests me, some holiday magic and plenty of cookies keep me going. Today I am sharing with you delicious & easy holiday cookies that have been tried, tested, and devoured by yours truly. Every one of them is a winner in my books.
From the beloved Linzer cookie to a new take on Gingersnaps - there is plenty to choose from. Citrus cookies, chocolatey ones, fudgy ones. Some vegan, some gluten-free, some unabashedly decadent. Whether you use a bunch of these for your cookie box to give to loved ones, or just a joyful treat to brighten your holiday table - I promise any of these cookies are sure to please.
Almond Ricotta Cookies
They’re less cookie and more cake, with a soft, crumbly texture that tastes positively divine!
Lemon Crinkle Cookies
Soft and zinging with fresh lemon, if you’re looking for an easy cookie for Christmas, these are it!
Easy Spritz Cookies
A quintessential holiday bake! These buttery, tender, and addictive treats fill up the cookie jar with one bake.
Maple Pecan Cookies (No Egg Cookies)
The perfect blend of sugar, butter, and maple-hinted butter, these cookies are a universal favorite! Plus, they are super easy to make, with no chill time either.
Chrismas Wreath Sugar Cookies
The lemon-glazed sugar cookies are the easy, soft Christmas cookies you’ve been looking for. Lemony yum, nicely bright, and delightfully pretty, they are perfect for ringing in the holidays with joy and cheer!
The BEST Chocolate Crinkle Cookies!
These pretty crackly top cookies are crisp on the outside and like a moist fudgy brownie on the inside. Everyone will love these crinkle cookies!
Thumbprint Cookies with Raspberry Jam
These easy Thumbprint Cookies filled with Raspberry Jam are buttery soft, rich, and tender with a perfectly crisp exterior. This is a flavourful classic holiday cookie that everyone will love!
White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies
They are just lightly crisp on the outside but the centers are tender, giving you that very satisfying bite. You have the homey warmth from the brown sugar, and the nuts, cranberries, and chocolate make them super flavorful!
Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies
Crispy on top and gooey in the center, these melt-in-your-mouth treats are the crinkle cookies your Christmas platter is missing.
Eggless Brownie Cookies
These have the consistency and appeal of both cookies and brownies: fudgy, chewy, and rich in the middle, + crispy, and crunchy around the edges! SO good.
Classic Butter Cookies (Eggless)
The magic of butter, sugar, and flour personified! These little bites are tender, light, and dangerously addictive.
Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti
These gorgeous biscotti are bright from the lemon, magnificent from the cranberry, and phenomenal from the pistachios. A total winner!
AND they are the perfect make-ahead cookie!
Chocolate Ginger Cookies (Eggless)
Each bite of this fudgy, chocolatey cookie is utterly divine! With a slight crunch on the exterior and the beauty of sharp spices, it’s a recipe you’ll be making on repeat.
Mexican Wedding Cookies (Eggless)
With a crumbly, tender shortbread-like texture, these cookies are heavenly. Rolled in powdered sugar they look like pretty little clouds!
Almond Cinnamon Cookies (Vegan, Gluten Free, Eggless)
Chewy, zesty, spiced perfection! Made with only 5 basic ingredients, these Christmas cookies could not be easier to make.
Biscoff Shortbread Recipe
Quick and easy, this flavored shortbread is sweet, short, and delectably buttery.
Lemon Crescent Cookies
Ideal for beginners, these no-fuss cookies are a breeze to make! Just easy, melt in your mouth, buttery goodness.
Mocha Gingerbread Biscotti
The dream accompaniment for your cuppa! These biscotti are crispy, flavourful, and full of rustic charm.
Almond Linzer Cookies (Gluten-free)
Buttery soft cookies, sandwiched with a delicious fruit jam. Made with simple pantry ingredients and little effort!
No Bake Gingersnap Balls
For when you want to forgo an oven - these no-bake gingersnap treats are going to be your new best friend. Chocolaty, fudgy bites that will leave everyone wanting more. A 5 ingredient miracle!
Chocolate Gingerbread Cookies
The quintessential holiday cookie! All your favorite spices come together with the help of some cocoa, to create this comforting and delectable treat.
Chai Spice Chocolate Cookies
These Chai Spiced Chocolate Cookies are the easiest holiday cookie recipe! Infused with heartening and warming spices like cinnamon & nutmeg, these rich & chewy cookies are irresistible.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies (Vegan)
Pools of chocolatey, peanut buttery goodness with layers of flavor and plenty of texture all packaged in lusciously soft delights!
Double Chocolate Chip Cookies (Eggless)
You can truly never go wrong with a chocolate chip cookie! This wonderful bake has an extra dose of chocolate, slightly crisped edges paired and a meltingly gorgeous soft center.
Ginger Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies (Vegan)
Chewy, gooey, and slightly crispy cookies. This is a quick bake and brings together some of the best classic holiday flavors!
Matcha Pinwheel Cookies
One of the perks of this recipe is that you can easily substitute the matcha filling with anything of your choice! Nutella, chocolate, jam. No matter what, you’ll get beautiful little festive spirals.
Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies (no egg cookies)
These blossom cookies are just classic, soft peanut butter cookies, topped with a chocolate kiss. They are incredibly easy to make - simple pantry ingredients and just one bowl!
Chocolate Chip Shortbread
With an easy and make-ahead recipe, you just have to try these holiday cookies for Christmas! One of my favorite homemade xmas cookies.
Wholewheat Chai Spiced Walnut Cookies (Eggless)
Ready in less than 30 minutes to accompany your tea. These are the coziest, soft cookies that let the spices shine! Plus - a healthy addition to your baking spree.
Waffle Cookies (Gluten Free)
Adorable waffle-shaped cookies, with the easiest dough ever. These are endlessly customizable and such fun to decorate with the family!
Spiced Brown Butter Madeleines (Gingerbread Madeleines)
Not technically cookies, but these cookie-like cakes are a frequent addition to my holiday cookie tray! They are light and soft inside with a slightly crisp crust. These brown butter madeleines are so delicious and simple to make.
Half the joy of cooking is sharing it with others. That’s why I’m always eager to hear from you. So go right ahead & drop a comment or reach out on Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube, or Facebook. I hope you love these easy and delicious Christmas cookies as much as we do!
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