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December 13, 2022 · 4 Comments

100 Christmas Cookies

Desserts· Holiday Recipes· Meal Types· Party Recipes· Recipes

This huge list of Christmas cookie recipes has so many fun treats to try! From chocolate, to gingerbread, to peppermint cookies and more!

4 photo collage of cookies; text overlay "100 Christmas Cookie Recipes"

The Best Christmas Cookie Recipes

Cookies and Christmas go together like, well, cookies and Christmas!!

If you’re looking for something new to share at the holiday parties this year, you’ve come to the right place! I put out the call among my food blogger friends for their BEST Christmas cookies and they did not disappoint!

I’ve divided this best Christmas cookies collection into categories for easier navigating. Some cookies might fit in more than one category, but I kept each recipe to what I thought was the best fit to avoid confusion.

Enjoy!!

PS- Be sure to bookmark this list because I’ll be adding to it as I discover new incredible recipes!

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You can use the table of contents to navigate to each section directly:

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1 The Best Christmas Cookie Recipes
1.1 Great Gingerbread Cookies
1.2 Perfect Peppermint Cookies
1.3 Chocoholics Best Christmas Cookies
1.4 Wintery White Chocolate Cookies
1.5 Kids Christmas Cookies
1.6 Show-stopping Spritz Cookies
1.7 Family Favorites & Classic Christmas Cookies
1.8 Healthy Cookies
1.9 Want more classic Christmas cookies?

The best Gingerbread Cookies plus over 50 more family favorite holiday treats!

Great Gingerbread Cookies

Gingerbread men are a classic holiday treat, and these Christmas cookie recipes put a unique twist on the classics!

Adorable Oreo Gingerbread Truffles perfect for holiday parties or gifting. Easy no-bake Christmas dessert recipe kids can help make.

Oreo Gingerbread Truffles (recipe on The Soccer Mom Blog) — A fun no-bake recipe made with gingerbread Oreos. Every bite will melt in your mouth!

 

Standing Gingerbread Men Cookies (recipe on In The Kids Kitchen) — A definite stand-out on the holiday party table…the gingerbread men stand up for an awesome 3D cookie!

 

Gingerbread Man Oreos (recipe on In The Kids Kitchen) — Kids will love to make funny gingerbread men and gingerbread woman faces!

 

Gingerbread Man Cookie Mug Tag (recipe on Extremely Good Parenting) — Keep your holiday drinks in order and enjoy a sweet holiday treat when you’re done!

 

Honey Gingerbread House Cookies (recipe on Preschool Powol Packets) — Pillowy gingerbread cookies that kids will delight in decorating.

 

Old-Fashioned Williamsburg Gingerbread Cookies (recipe on The Seasoned Mom) — A time-honored recipe from the historical town of Williamsburg, VA.

 

Gingerbread Holly Cookies (recipe on The Flying Couponer)

 

Gingerbread Cookie Tree Decorations (recipe on Snotty-Noses) — An edible decoration that may or may not make it to the tree!

 

Iced Gingerbread Cookies — These delicious Iced Gingerbread Cookies are the perfect mix of sugar and spice!

 

pile of chocolate gingerbread cookies on cutting board

Chocolate Gingerbread Cookies — Soft, moist gingerbread cookies, packed with chocolate chips and spices. Simple to make and perfect for cookie exchanges!

 

The BEST Peppermint Cookies in a HUGE collection of 50+ Christmas cookies

Perfect Peppermint Cookies

From white chocolate and peppermint to my personal favorite Christmas flavor combo: chocolate peppermint, these minty cookies are a must during the holiday season!

These delicious Chocolate Peppermint Kiss Cookies combine rich and chewy chocolate fudge cookies with cool and creamy Hershey's peppermint kisses.

Chocolate Peppermint Thumbprint Cookies (recipe on The Soccer Mom Blog) — A festive twist on the classic Hershey Kiss cookie!

Let's face it, Thin Mints don't last long in our house. With this Thin Mint Cake Mix Cookies recipe, you won't need to wait until next year for more!

Andes Mint Cookies — Chewy chocolate cookies with a layer of creamy mint chocolate frosting — these Andes Mint Cookies are a delicious and decadent treat that can be made in minutes with a cake mix!

Candy Cane Cookies: Soft sugar cookies dipped in rich white chocolate and crushed peppermint candies. A wintery tasting treat and one of our favorite Christmas cookie recipes!

White Chocolate Dipped Peppermint Cookies (recipe on The Soccer Mom Blog) — We call these “Candy Cane Cookies” – sugar cookies dipped in rich white chocolate and finished with a dusting of crunchy candy cane pieces.

 

Chocolate Dipped Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies (recipe on The Soccer Mom Blog) – Chocolate peppermint is my favorite Christmas flavor combination, and these do not disappoint when it comes to delivering delicious taste!

 

Delicious chewy holiday peanut butter blossoms with an extra special festive touch! A fun and unique Christmas cookie recipe to try this year!

Holiday Peanut Butter Blossoms with Peppermint (recipe on The Soccer Mom Blog) – A new flavor combo for a classic Christmas cookie!

 

Chewy Chocolate Peppermint Cookies (recipe at Beauty Through Imperfection) — Chewy and chocolatey, made with egg yolks for a richer flavor.

 

Easy Peppermint Cookies (recipe on Natural Beach Living) — Chocolate cookies dipped in white chocolate and peppermint crumbles.

 

Christmas Candy Cane Cookies (recipe on Home Cooking Memories) — An easy dough, twisted to look just like a candy cane! This is a gorgeous cookie!

 

Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies (recipe on Mama Miss) — Thick chocolate cookies stuffed with peppermint M&Ms.

 

Red Velvet Peppermint Button Cake Cookies (recipe on The Search for Imperfection) — You’ve just got to see them!

 

Candy Cane Hershey’s Kiss Cookies (recipe on Crayons & Cravings) — Simple and delicious!

The Best Christmas Cookies for Chocolate Lovers!

Chocoholics Best Christmas Cookies

It doesn’t get any better than pure chocolate! If you’re looking for a decadent melt in your mouth Christmas cookie recipe, you’ve come to the right place!

chocolate covered Ritz Cracker thin Mints

Ritz Cracker Thin Mints — All you need are 2 ingredients to make this crispy, chocolatey cookie!

Hot Chocolate Cookies (recipe on The Soccer Mom Blog) — Just like a cup of hot cocoa…in cookie form! Chewy chocolate cookies with a melty marshmallow center. This might just be my personal best Christmas cookie recipe!

 

plate of chocolate cherry cookies

Chocolate Covered Cherry Cookies — Made with cake mix! Only 4 ingredients!

A stack of pudding mix cookies

Chocolate Pudding Cookies — These chocolate chip pudding cookies are similar to a fudge brownie. They’re dense and decadent, not like a cake-style cookie recipe. With big chunks of chocolate mixed into the batter, you’ve got a chocolate-lover’s dream come true!

stack of warm, melty chocolate chip cookies

Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookies — Golden brown on the outside, warm and gooey on the inside, these giant cookies remind me of the delicious cookies they used to sell at Wendy’s restaurants.

Three Cherry Garcia Cookies

Cherry Garcia Cookies— Just like famous Ben & Jerry’s ice cream flavor, these Cherry Garcia Cookies are full of sweet maraschino cherries and chocolate chips!

A stack of Christmas Oatmeal Cookies

Holiday Oatmeal Cookies — These thick and chewy Christmas Oatmeal Cookies are a delicious holiday cookie that’s packed with crushed peppermints, pretzel pieces, and chocolate caramel baking bits.

 

Nutella Blossom Cookies (recipe on Three Different Directions) — Swap Nutella for PB in classic peanut butter blossom cookies and you’ve got a crave-worthy Christmas cookie!

cherry thumbprint cookies with fudge icing

Chocolate Cherry Thumbprint Cookies with Fudge Icing (Granny’s in the Kitchen)— A decadent cookie that tastes like a chocolate covered cherry!

 

Nutella Stuffed Red Velvet Cookies (recipe on In The Kids Kitchen) – Nutella + rich red velvet…need we say more?

 

Chocolate Walnut Brownie Cookies (recipe on Three Different Directions) — The flavors of yummy walnut brownies in a cookie, and decorated with Christmas sprinkles.

 

Andes Mint Cookies (recipe on Artsy Fartsy Mama) — Rich chocolate cookies, smooth mint filling, and topped with more chocolate!

 

Chocolate Coconut Truffles (recipe on Homegrown Friends) — Creamy coconut wrapped in dark chocolate.

 

Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls (recipe on Homegrown Friends) — A to-die-for chocolate peanut butter truffle!

 

Forgotten Cookies (recipe on Mama Miss) — A mysterious name for a cookie you really won’t forget!

 

Low Carb Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies (recipe on Wholesome Yum) — A healthy cookie that’s easy to make too!

 

Peanut Butter Cup Cookies (recipe on Penny Pincher Jenny) — A classic for a reason!

 

German Chocolate Cake Cookies (recipe on The Jenny Evolution) — Tastes just like the cake…in cookie form!

If you love the candy bar, then you've got to try this amazing recipe for Twix Cookies! Chocolate-dipped and caramel-filled and SO delicious!

Twix Cookies — Just like the candy bar, but better!

 

Christmas Chocolate Chunk Cookies (recipe on April Go Lightly) — Forget regular old chocolate chips…it’s all about big chunks of rich chocolate!

Wintery White Chocolate Cookies

Creamy white chocolate is perfect for the winter and holiday season! Great for decorating and dipping!

White Chocolate Snowmen Oreos (recipe on In The Kids Kitchen) — An easy white chocolate dipped cookies that kids can help make.

 

White Chocolate & Ginger Chip Cookies (recipe on Home Cooking Memories) — Smooth white chocolate with bursts of spicy ginger makes this an exciting flavor combo!

 

White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies (recipe on Creative Clever & Classy) — Sweet and crunchy, these sugar cookies filled with white chocolate chips and smooth macadamia nuts are always a favorite!

 

It doesn't get much cuter than this!! Easy chocolate dipped Christmas Oreos make a party-perfect treat or holiday gift that kids can make!

White Chocolate Christmas Tree Oreos (recipe on The Soccer Mom Blog) — Creamy dipped peppermint Oreos decorated with festive Christmas trees.

 

Cherry White Chocolate Chip Cookies (recipe on The Seasoned Mom) — They’ll literally melt in your mouth!

The Best List of Christmas cookies for kids! (And the young at heart)

Kids Christmas Cookies

If you are looking for a fun holiday treat to make with the kids, we have lots of fun options!

bright green Grinch Christmas cookies on plate

Grinch Snowball Cookies (recipe on The Soccer Mom Blog) — A classic snowball cookie recipe updated in homage to the holiday movie favorite!

wire rack with homemade cookies decorated with Christmas light designs

Christmas Lights Cookies — These festive sugar cookies are decorated to look like they are covered in strands of colorful Christmas lights. There are two different designs that you can make with one batch of dough!

Penguin Oreos — A wintery chocolate dipped treat. Look at those adorable faces!

One Grinch Ginger Cookie Sandwich being held above a plate

Grinch Sandwich Cookies — These Grinch sandwich cookies are perfect for a Grinch movie night for a family movie night, or as a new addition to your holiday baking list.

A single Snowman Cookie on a spatula

Snowman Cookies — An easy cake mix cookie recipe that kids will love to help decorate!

 

Polar Bear Cookies (recipe on In The Kids Kitchen) — Super cute chocolate dipped Oreos that looks like cuddly bears!

stack of Santa Whisker's cookies on plate

Santa’s Whiskers Cookies — The coconut on the outside looks like Santa’s fuzzy beard!

 

Christmas Mitten Sugar Cookies (recipe on The Soccer Mom Blog) — Almost too cute to eat! Brightly colored mitten cookies decorated with sparkling snowflakes.

 

Chocolate Covered Reindeer Cookies (recipe on Natural Beach Living)

 

Rudolph Peanut Butter Cookies (recipe on Thrifty Jinxy)  — Chewy peanut butter cookies decorated to look like everyone’s favorite reindeer.

 

Stained Glass Cookies (recipe on Homegrown Friends) — Pretty enough to hang on a tree!

 

Frosted Holiday Cookie Cups (recipe on Sunny Day Family) — Little bowls of chocolate chip cookie goodness, filled with fluffy frosting.

 

Melting Snowman Cookies (recipe on Thrifty Jinxy) — Cute & chocolatey!

 

Mickey Mouse Reindeer Cookies (recipe on Everyday Best) — Chocolate iced cookies with mouse ears make a pretty party spread!

 

Christmas Jumper Biscuits (recipe on Here Come the Girls) — These look just like festive holiday sweaters!

 

Olaf Cookies (recipe on For Modern Kids) — Frosted Nutter Butter cookies look just like that lovable snowman.

 

Cornflake Wreath Treats (recipe on Wunder-Mom) — Made to look just like a holiday wreath!

 

Reindeer Chocolate Chip Cookies (recipe on Sugar Spice and Glitter) — A classic chocolate chip cookie made to look like a reindeer.

 

Penguin Nutter Butter Cookies (recipe on In The Kids Kitchen) — A fun cookie for holiday and winter kids parties.

 

Chocolate Mint Penguin Stained Glass Cookies (recipe on Eats Amazing) — Cutie pie penguin cookies with a minty “glass” center.

 

Iced Snowman Cookies (recipe on Crystal & Co.) — Cute and easy for even little hands to help with.

Show-stopping Spritz Cookies

One of my personal favorite Christmas cookies!

Christmas Spritz Cookies (recipe on Mostly Homemade) — Just like Grandma used to make!

 

Poinsettia Spritz Cookies (recipe on Arts & Crackers) — Beautiful festive flower shaped cookies.

 

Cheesecake Spritz Cookies (recipe on Encouraging Moms at Home) — Break out the cookie press for this rich Christmas tree-shaped classic!

Classic Christmas cookies recipes - family favorites passed down from Grandma

Family Favorites & Classic Christmas Cookies

The recipes that are passed down through generations — they’re classics for a reason!

stack of multi colored crinkle cookies

Cool Whip Cookies — These might just be the easiest crinkle cookies you’ll ever make! With just 3 ingredients and only 20 minutes total time, these Cool Whip Cookies are quick to make, easy to bake, and always a hit!

bowl of soft Amish sugar cookies

Amish Sugar Cookies — Soft and buttery and easy to make! No rolling or cutting needed!

cherry winks cookies on wire rack

Cherry Winks — a classic cld fashioned cookie recipe that’s filled with cherries and nuts and rolled in a crispy cornflake coating.

oatmeal lace cookies

Oatmeal Lace Cookies (Granny’s in the Kitchen) — Crispy and chewy and buttery, they melt in your mouth like rich toffee!

The perfect combination of sweet and salty in every bite — these Potato Chip Chocolate Chip Cookies are a WOW-worthy sweet treat for any occasion!

Potato Chip Chocolate Chip Cookies (recipe on The Soccer Mom Blog) — These are a new addition to our family spread, but were an immediate favorite! Bonus: they’re gluten free too!

 

These delicious Kentucky Bourbon Balls are a classic treat, perfect for any get together!

Kentucky Bourbon Balls Cookies (recipe on The Soccer Mom Blog) — A classic for a reason!

Russian tea cakes with Hershey's kiss in the middle

Granny’s Surprise Cookies (Granny’s in the Kitchen) — A classic Russian Tea Cake cookie with a chocolate center!

 

Chewy Molasses Cookies (recipe on My Mundane & Miraculous Life) — Kid approved!

 

Eggnog Snickerdoodles (recipe on The Chaos & The Clutter) — If you love eggnog, then these are the cookies for you! The delicious smell fills the house as you bake them!

 

Christmas Icebox Cookies (recipe on The Chaos & The Clutter) — An easy make-ahead dough recipe full of decadent candied cherries and pistachios.

 

Red & Green Christmas Pinwheel Cookies (recipe on Growing Up Gabel) — It doesn’t get any more festive than these colorful cookies!

 

Vanilla Kipferl (recipe on Red Ted Art) — An Austrian Christmas classic.

 

Snowflake Butter Cookies with Jam Filling (recipe on Homegrown Friends) — Absolutely gorgeous! Shaped like a star, with a stained-glass effect.

 

“Secret Ingredient” Shortbread Cookies (recipe on Arts & Crackers) — You’ll never guess the secret that makes these shortbread cookies so special!

 

Maraschino Cherry Cookies (recipe on Thrifty Jinxy) — Fruity and festive!

 

Cardamom Walnut Cookies (recipe on Home Cooking Memories) — Warm and aromatic!

 

Cherry Delights (recipe on Sunshine Whispers) — Moist, buttery, and of course fruity!

 

Snowballs (recipe on Sunshine Whispers) — Just about every family has their own version of this holiday classic!

 

Italian Christmas Biscuits (recipe on  Here Come the Girls) — Sweet and anise combine for a unique treat.

 

Low Carb Cream Cheese Keto Cookies (recipe on Wholesome Yum) — A healthier version of a classic cookie.

 

Cookies & Cream Cookies (recipe on Three Different Directions)

 

Sour Cream Nut Horns (recipe on Mom Explores Southwest Florida)

 

Grandmother’s Bourbon Balls (recipe on The Seasoned Mom) — Spiked with just the right amount of something to warm you up!

 

Eggnog Gooey Butter Cookies (recipe on the Flying Couponer) — The name alone is enough to make your mouth start watering!

 

Sneak-a-Peek Cookies with Spiced Jam (recipe on The Jenny Evolution) — A little bit sweet, a little bit spicy, a whole lot of festive goodness!

 

Simple Coconut Macaron (recipe on The Jenny Evolution)

 

2 photo collage of homemade eggnog cookies

Eggnog Cookies — You only need about 15 minutes to make these cookies, and you likely have most of the ingredients on hand!

 

Healthy Cookies

Who says that a holiday treat must also be a diet-buster?

  • 3-Ingredient Keto Peanut Butter Cookies 
  • No Bake Keto Cookies
  • Chocolate Avocado Cookies

Want more classic Christmas cookies?

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Be sure to bookmark Best Christmas Cookies Recipe Collection because I’ll be adding to it regularly!

What are your family’s favorite holiday cookie recipes? Feel free to share in the comments below!

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  1. Debbie says

    December 14, 2022 at 12:14 am

    I am so very excited to make MANY of these cookies! I’ve got 4 kinds of dough made and all bagged & refrigerated ready to bake next weekend! BEST RECIPES I have seen!! Thank you and the pics just add to it!

    Reply
    • Stacey aka the Soccer Mom says

      December 23, 2022 at 12:29 am

      Thank you so much for your kind feedback! This made my day!

      Reply

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