Holiday Cookies to Bake This Season
Every holiday season, I’m on the hunt for the perfect cookie recipes to make and share. From festive flavors to cozy classics, these cookies bring warmth and cheer to any gathering or quiet winter evening by the fireplace. Each recipe has something extra-special about it, making them a must-try for anyone who loves baking (or tasting!) holiday treats. Get ready to fill your kitchen with the aromas of gingerbread, peppermint, and sweet vanilla, and don’t forget to save a few for yourself!
This recipe from Sally's Baking Addiction is everything you want in a gingerbread cookie—spiced, soft, and perfect for decorating. It’s easy to roll out, and you can really get creative with the shapes and frosting designs. It’s a classic for a reason, and making these always feels like the ultimate holiday tradition.
If you love the mix of chocolate and peppermint, these crinkle cookies are going to be a favorite. The crackled, powdered sugar coating is beautiful and festive, while the peppermint flavor adds a perfect holiday twist to the rich chocolate. They’re an easy way to bring a touch of winter magic to your dessert table!
These snowballs are melt-in-your-mouth good, with a buttery vanilla-almond flavor that just screams holiday. The recipe is simple, yet the result is so elegant, especially with a dusting of powdered sugar that makes them look like mini snowballs. They’re the perfect addition to any cookie plate, and everyone will ask for seconds.
This King Arthur Baking recipe is the perfect mix of fruity and nutty, with a thin layer of jam tucked between light, nutty cookies. The intricate shape and dusting of powdered sugar make them look almost too pretty to eat—but they’re definitely worth every bite! These are a fun project if you love a little artistry with your baking.
Biscotti aren’t just for coffee lovers! This recipe from Epicurious has dried cranberries and white chocolate, giving them a festive and slightly tart flavor that’s absolutely addictive. They’re easy to make, perfect for gifting, and hold up beautifully for dunking in hot cocoa or coffee.
For a cookie with a little kick, these spicy molasses cookies from The Pioneer Woman are incredible. They’re chewy, bold, and packed with the warm spices of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. These cookies bring a nostalgic, comforting flavor that’ll have everyone asking for the recipe!
Biscotti aren’t just for coffee lovers! This recipe from Epicurious has dried cranberries and white chocolate, giving them a festive and slightly tart flavor that’s absolutely addictive. They’re easy to make, perfect for gifting, and hold up beautifully for dunking in hot cocoa or coffee.
These shortbread cookies are as pretty as they are delicious, with a festive red-and-green combo of cranberries and pistachios. They’re easy to slice and bake, making them a convenient option if you’re baking for a crowd. The buttery shortbread texture is irresistible, and they’re the perfect balance of sweet and savory.
Sugar Spun Run’s thumbprint cookies are a holiday classic that never gets old. The soft, buttery cookie with a little pool of jam in the center is timeless, and you can mix it up with different jams to keep things interesting. They’re as easy to make as they are delicious, and they add a pop of color to any cookie tray.