You’re about to fill your home with the buttery, spiced aroma that makes the season feel festive. These cookie recipes give you a mix of classics, creative bakes, and a few showstoppers you’ll love sharing. Each one is simple enough to pull off even on a busy December afternoon. Grab a baking sheet—you’re definitely making more than one batch.
Soft Peppermint Meltaways
These Soft Peppermint Meltaways are like little bites of holiday magic. They’re buttery, cool with peppermint, and so soft they practically disappear the second you bite in. Topped with a creamy peppermint frosting and a sprinkle of crushed candy canes, they’re the kind of cookie that just feels festive. Get the recipe
Christmas Pretzel Wreaths
If you’re looking for an easy, no-bake holiday treat, these Christmas Pretzel Wreaths are a must-try. They’re festive, crunchy, and just the right amount of sweet. Plus, they double as edible decorations for your holiday table. Get the recipe
Holiday Peppermint Bark Recipe
Holiday Peppermint Bark is a quintessential holiday treat that combines the rich creaminess of chocolate with the refreshing crunch of peppermint. It’s simple to make, looks stunning in a festive tin, and makes the perfect gift or addition to your holiday dessert table. Get the recipe
Grinch Cookies
The holidays are the perfect time for fun, festive baking, and these Grinch Cookies are here to steal the show. Inspired by the beloved green guy with a change of heart, these buttery shortbread-style cookies are rolled in green sugar and topped with a red candy heart, just like the Grinch’s heart that grew three sizes. Get the recipe
Polar Paw Brownies
These Polar Paw Brownies are a fun, no-bake winter treat that come together in just a few minutes. With frosted cupcakes, coconut, and candy, they’re as playful as they are tasty. Perfect for winter parties or classroom celebrations, they’re easy to assemble and kid-approved. Get the recipe
Christmas Rice Krispies Treats
Christmas Rice Krispies Treats are the ultimate no-bake holiday dessert. They’re festive, colorful, and super easy to make. You get all the gooey marshmallow goodness of classic Rice Krispies treats, dressed up with holiday M&Ms, sprinkles, and a drizzle of white chocolate. Get the recipe
Pumpkin Spice Cookies
Pumpkin spice doesn’t have to be limited to fall. These cookies are soft, fluffy, and packed with warm spices that taste just as good in June as they do in September. Plus, they’re glazed with a sweet vanilla icing that takes them over the top. Get the recipe
Easy Mexican Wedding Cookies (aka Snowball Cookies)
The irresistible cookies are ultra buttery, crumbly, and nutty – the perfect shortbread cookie for any occasion. A Christmas cookie tray full of these won’t last very long. Get the recipe
Grinch Hot Chocolate Bombs
These whimsical Christmas Grinch Hot Chocolate Bombs are just my jam for the holidays. If you identify more with the Grinch than Santa, these should be on your list of edible gifts to make your friends and family. Get the recipe
Reindeer Peanut Butter Crackers
Get ready to spread some holiday cheer with these adorable Reindeer Peanut Butter Crackers. These sweet and salty treats are easy to assemble and a delightful addition to your festive dessert spread. Perfect for holiday parties, classroom celebrations, or a cozy night in, they’re as much fun to make as they are to eat. Get the recipe
Red Velvet Chocolate Kiss Cookies
These Red Velvet Chocolate Kiss Cookies are perfect for Valentine’s Day with a combination of rich cocoa, vibrant red coloring, and sweet Hershey’s Kisses. Fall in love with the these vibrant red velvet cookies topped with Hershey’s Kisses. Get the recipe
Festive Peppermint Bark Cookies
These Festive Peppermint Bark Cookies are made with chocolate cookies dipped in white chocolate and sprinkled with crunchy peppermint sprinkles. If you’re looking for a fun holiday dessert to make for a cookie exchange or to bring to Christmas parties, you absolutely can’t go wrong with these peppermint bark cookies. Get the recipe
Christmas Ornament Popcorn Balls Recipe
These fun and colorful Christmas Ornament Popcorn Balls are not only a tasty snack but also a charming addition to your holiday festivities. Shaped like ornaments and coated in colorful sparkly sugar, these popcorn balls are perfect for gift-giving, decorating your holiday table, or simply enjoying with family and friends. Get the recipe
Cranberry Pistachio Cookies
A delightful holiday cookie with a festive explosion of flavor. These buttery, fruit & nut Cranberry Pistachio Cookies are guaranteed to become a family favorite! The best thing that I love about these cookies is that you can make the dough in advance to bake when you are ready. Get the recipe
Red Velvet Truffles
These red velvet truffles are the perfect Christmas treats. They’re a delight to look at, as well as eat. So why not try red velvet truffles! They make the perfect treat for any special occasion, like Christmas treat boxes, or as wedding box giveaways. Get the recipe
Easy Toasted Cinnamon Almonds
Toasted Cinnamon Almonds are the kind of snack that disappears fast. They’ve got that sweet, crunchy coating with just a hint of salt and spice, and they’re dangerously easy to keep grabbing by the handful. Whether you’re making a batch for holiday gifts or just to have around the house, these almonds are a total win. Get the recipe
Mini Snickerdoodle Cookie Cups
These Mini Snickerdoodle Cookie Cups are made with snickerdoodle cookie dough formed into a cute little cup that’s filled with chocolate ganache and mini marshmallows. The most fun things about these cookie cups. You can always change up the filling or topping to keep them interesting. Get the recipe
Peppermint Bark Brownies
These Peppermint Bark Brownies are a fantastic holiday dessert to make for a cookie exchange or to bring to parties, with their gooey delicious brownie, sweet cream cheese layer, chocolate ganache topping, and crunchy peppermint sprinkles. Get the recipe
Churros Rice Krispies Treats
If you love churros and you love Rice Krispies treats, you’re going to want to make these Churros Rice Krispies ASAP. They take everything nostalgic and gooey about the classic cereal treat and load it up with cinnamon sugar goodness. It’s the easiest way to get that churro flavor without turning on the oven or dealing with frying oil. Get the recipe
The Best Magic Cookie Bars
These scrumptious Magic Cookie Bars are chocolatey, crumbly goodness topped with chocolate chips, coconut, walnuts, and sweetened condensed milk. There’s something special about the combination of chocolate, butter cookies, coconut, and sweetened condensed milk that you’d never know until you try this. Get the recipe
Easy Microwave Peanut Brittle
This Easy Microwave Peanut Brittle recipes is a completely fail proof recipe that everyone loves. The sweet crunchy brittle and salty peanuts are the perfect match. This recipe is a breeze—it’ll only take you around 10 minutes from start to finish, and the best part is, it delivers consistent results every time. Get the recipe
Crinkle Cut Cookie Fries
Crinkle Cut Cookie Fries are a fun and nostalgic twist on classic sugar cookies—baked in stick form with those iconic ridged edges and perfect for dipping. They’re crisp, buttery, and totally irresistible, especially when paired with a creamy frosting dip or strawberry jam. Get the recipe
Shortbread & Chocolate Holiday Cookies
Indulge in the rich, buttery goodness of these Shortbread & Chocolate Cookie Bars that are sure to become a favorite in your holiday baking repertoire! With a perfectly crumbly shortbread base topped with a luscious layer of melted chocolate, these bars are a delightful combination of textures and flavors. Get the recipe
Festive Chocolate Covered Christmas Light Oreos
Decorating cookies for the holidays doesn’t have to be complicated, and these Festive Chocolate Covered Christmas Oreos prove it! With their colorful candy lights and white chocolate base, they’re the perfect no-bake treat to add some sparkle to your dessert table. Get the recipe
Smores on a Skewer
The beauty of S’mores on a Stick lies in their versatility. You can customize them with different types of chocolate, flavored marshmallows, and even swap out traditional graham crackers for cookies or brownies. Plus, they’re easy to prepare ahead of time, allowing you to spend more time enjoying the company of your friends and family. Get the recipe
Melting Snowman Sugar Cookies
These Melting Snowman Sugar Cookies are not only adorable but also incredibly fun to make! With soft and chewy sugar cookies topped with a generous layer of melted chocolate, these whimsical snowmen are perfect for holiday parties, cookie exchanges, or simply to enjoy at home. Easy to decorate and irresistibly cute, these cookies are sure to bring smiles to everyone who sees (and tastes) them! Get the recipe
Chocolate Dipped Oreo Christmas Trees
These Chocolate Dipped Oreo Christmas Trees are not only delicious but also incredibly fun to make! With just a few simple ingredients, you can transform ordinary Oreos into festive Christmas trees that are sure to impress family and friends. Get the recipe
Festive Rice Krispie Christmas Trees
These Festive Rice Krispie Trees are fun and festive, and you don’t have to put a lot of time into making them. These treats are a huge hit at a party, because everyone loves Rice Krispies Treats and they’re just so cute. We made them recently for a party and everyone was talking about them. Get the recipe
Chocolate Fudge Nutter Butter Reindeer
The holiday season is filled with delightful treats, and what could be more charming than adorable Chocolate Fudge Nutter Butter Reindeer? These easy-to-make snacks are not only delicious but also a fun activity for the whole family. With pre-dipped chocolate cookies serving as the base, all you need to do is add a cute face to create these festive reindeer. Get the recipe
Melted Snowman Chocolate Bark
Melted Snowman White Chocolate Bark is a winter dessert with sweet white chocolate in the shape of a melted snowman, with mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup hats and pretzels for arms. Get the recipe
Angela’s passion for discovering and experimenting with new flavors and recipes is at the heart of her culinary philosophy. Residing in a quaint Oregon town, she finds joy and inspiration in her kitchen. Angela has a lot of expertise in cooking and she eagerly shares her discoveries and unique creations with you.