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Festive Christmas Cookies Everyone Will Love

Modified: Dec 20, 2024 · Published Dec 21, 2024 · by Jacqueline Piper · Leave a Comment · This post may contain affiliate links. Read our privacy policy.

Nothing says holiday cheer like a plate of festive Christmas cookies fresh from the oven. From the sparkle of sugar-topped Chai snowflakes sugar cookies to the cozy aroma of ginger and cinnamon in gingerbread crinkle cookies, these cookies are made to spread joy. Whether you’re filling gift boxes, planning a cookie swap, or leaving something sweet for Santa, these recipes will be the highlight of your holiday season.

Gingerbread Biscotti

Biscotti on a plate with white chocolate icing and gingerbread men sprinkles.
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Spice up your morning coffee with these crunchy gingerbread biscotti. Packed with warm spices and a hint of molasses, they’re perfect for dunking. A holiday twist on a classic treat!

Get the recipe: Gingerbread Biscotti

Gingerbread Men

Iced gingerbread men cookies on a plate.
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These adorable gingerbread men are as fun to decorate as they are to eat. With their classic spiced flavor and soft texture, they’re a holiday favorite. Perfect for baking with the kids!

Get the recipe: Gingerbread Men

Scottish Shortbread Cookies

Shortbread cookies on a counter.
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Buttery, crumbly, and irresistibly simple, Scottish shortbread is the ultimate classic cookie. With just a few ingredients, these melt-in-your-mouth treats are always a hit. A timeless favorite!

Get the recipe: Scottish Shortbread Cookies

Vegan Peanut Butter Oat Cookies

Oat cookies on a wire rack beside a spoon of peanut butter.
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Soft, chewy, and loaded with peanut butter goodness, these vegan cookies are a wholesome treat. Made with oats and plant-based ingredients, they’re perfect for snacking anytime.

Get the recipe: Vegan Peanut Butter Oat Cookies

Florentine Cookies

Almond lace cookies with chocolate drizzled.
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These delicate Florentine cookies are all about texture and flavor. Thin, crispy layers of caramelized almonds and a drizzle of chocolate make them a showstopper. They’re almost too pretty to eat!

Get the recipe: Florentine Cookies

Mint Pinwheel Cookies

Cookies with white and green swirls.
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Add some holiday flair to your dessert table with mint pinwheel cookies. These swirled beauties combine vibrant colors with a refreshing minty kick. Festive and fun!

Get the recipe: Mint Pinwheel Cookies

Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies

Brown crinkle cookies with powdered sugar topping.
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Soft, spiced, and dusted with powdered sugar, gingerbread crinkle cookies are pure holiday magic. Their crinkly tops and cozy flavors make them a must-bake treat this season.

Get the recipe: Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies

Chai Sugar Cookie Snowflakes

Star cookies on a baking rack drizzle with icing sugar and topped with gold sprinkles beside a bowl of gold sprinkles.
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Infused with the warm spices of chai, these snowflake-shaped sugar cookies are a festive delight. Decorated or plain, they’re perfect for sipping with a cup of tea.

Get the recipe: Chai Sugar Cookie Snowflakes

Vegan Chickpea Cookie Dough Balls

Chocolate covered cookie dough balls in a bowl.
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These chickpea cookie dough balls are a guilt-free snack you’ll love. Sweetened with maple syrup and dotted with chocolate chips, they’re healthy, no-bake, and totally satisfying.

Get the recipe: Vegan Chickpea Cookie Dough Balls

Christmas Sugar Cookie Bars

Stacked square cookies bars with icing and sprinkles.
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Get all the fun of decorating cookies without the hassle of rolling dough with these sugar cookie bars. Soft, sweet, and topped with colorful sprinkles, they’re a holiday crowd-pleaser.

Get the recipe: Christmas Sugar Cookie Bars

No-Bake Chocolate Oat Cookies with Peanut Butter

Chocolate oat cookies on a plate.
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When you’re short on time, these no-bake cookies are a lifesaver. Packed with oats, cocoa, and peanut butter, they’re chewy and chocolaty, and ready in minutes.

Get the recipe: No-Bake Chocolate Oat Cookies with Peanut Butter

Double Chocolate Biscotti

Chocolate biscotti with chocolate chips stacked on a plate.
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These double chocolate biscotti are a chocoholic’s dream. Crunchy, rich, and perfect for dunking in coffee or milk, they’re a decadent treat you’ll want to make all year round.

Get the recipe: Double Chocolate Biscotti

Nutella Linzer Cookies

Sandwich cookies with a window showing a chocolate inside, topped with powdered sugar.
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This twist on Nutella Linzer cookies combines buttery sugar cookies with rich, creamy hazelnut filling. The cutout design adds a touch of elegance, making them a standout treat for any occasion.

Get the recipe: Nutella Linzer Cookies

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