Get ready for the holidays with this collection of 25 of the Best Christmas Cookie Recipes, a one-stop shopping resource for your holiday cookie baking needs. When the Christmas baking season begins I feel down-right giddy at the thought of of pulling out all of our favorite cookie recipes. I’m a serious year-round baker however, I admit I particularly love baking Christmas cookies for the holiday season for gifting and snacking.

25 of the Best Christmas Cookie Recipes

One of the most anticipated things about the holidays is the variety of special events we all attend and the sense of celebration it brings to the table. These types of gatherings run the full gamut from sit down elegant dinners, to buffet style desserts and finger foods with the most popular being a potluck gathering where everyone contributes their specialty.

Whether you’re attending an office, church or family party there are mouthwatering Christmas cookie recipes to fit every type of event. Whether you’re baking a batch of cookies for Santa, special friends and family, it’s a sugar and flour extravaganza filled with sheer joy.  So, I asked some of my blogger friends to share their best Christmas cookie recipes with you and my hope is that this cookie dough round-up will inspire you to create your own holiday goodies baking plan. You’ll find the direct link to the recipe below each image.

Stock up on flour, sugar, almond extract, vanilla extract, butter, chocolate chips, sprinkles, powder sugar, eggs and supplies like a hand mixer, cookie cutters, parchment paper and get ready to bake up a heaping helping of nostalgia with these Southern cookie recipes. 

Let’s get this Christmas Cookie party started!

You’ll find the direct link to the recipe below each image.

1 – These 3-Ingredient Shortbread Cookies are buttery, tender, and incredibly easy to make. With just a few pantry ingredients, they bake up rich and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Perfect for a holiday party tray, or anytime a simple homemade treat is calling. Get the recipe for 3-Ingredient Buttery Shortbread Cookies from Chew Out Loud.

2 – These Chocolate Rugelach are tender, flaky, and filled with rich chocolate for a decadent treat. This classic pastry is perfect for holiday cookie trays, special occasions, or anytime you want a buttery, chocolatey indulgence. Get the recipe for Chocolate Rugelach from Melissa’s Southern Style Kitchen.

3 – These chocolate dipped Pecan Lace Cookies are thin, crisp, and delicately chewy studded with pecans and a rich, buttery flavor.  Their signature lacy texture and caramelized edges make them an elegant cookie for holidays, dessert platters, or anytime you want a truly irresistible treat. Chocolate Dipped Pecan Lace Cookies from Melissa’s Southern Style Kitchen.

4 – These Chocolate Dipped Italian Butter Cookies are tender, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Finished with a rich chocolate dip, they’re a classic bakery-style cookie that’s perfect for holidays, special occasions, or anytime you’re craving an elegant sweet treat. Get the recipe for Chocolate Dipped Italian Butter Cookies from The Kitchen McCabe.

5 – These Chocolate Kissed Coconut Macaroons are chewy, sweet, and packed with coconut flavor. Finished with a chocolate kiss on top, they’re a simple yet irresistible treat that’s perfect for holidays, cookie trays, or anytime a coconut craving strikes. Get the recipe for Chocolate Kissed Coconut Macaroons from Melissa’s Southern Style Kitchen.

6– These Chocolate Toffee Cookies are rich, fudgy, and loaded with crunchy toffee bits for a perfect sweet-and-salty bite. Soft in the center with a slightly crisp edge, they’re an indulgent treat that’s perfect for cookie swaps, dessert trays, or anytime chocolate cravings hit. Get the recipe for Chocolate Toffee Cookies from Cookies and Cups.

7 – These Peppermint Crunch Sugar Cookies are festive, buttery, and perfectly sweet with a crisp texture. Topped with crushed peppermint candy, they’re a holiday favorite that adds a refreshing minty crunch to cookie trays, dessert tables, or seasonal gift boxes. Get the recipe for Peppermint Crunch Sugar Cookies from Beyond Frosting.

8 – Create a festive Christmas Cookie Tree that’s as fun to make as it is to eat! Layered with an assortment of your favorite holiday cookies and decorated with icing, sprinkles, or chocolate, this edible centerpiece is perfect for parties, dessert tables, or a show-stopping holiday treat. Get the recipe for Christmas Cookie Tree from Bread Booze Bacon.

9 – These Christmas Funfetti Cookies are soft, buttery, and full of colorful sprinkles for a festive holiday twist. Perfect for cookie trays, holiday parties, or gifting, they add a fun and cheerful touch to any seasonal celebration. Get the recipe for Christmas Funfetti Cookies from The 36th Avenue.

10 – These Christmas Swirl Sugar Cookies are soft, buttery, and beautifully festive with a swirled red-and-white design. Get the recipe for Christmas Swirl Sugar Cookies from {i love} my disorganized life.

11 – These Cinnamon Caramel Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with warm cinnamon flavor, finished with a sweet caramel touch. Get the recipe for Cinnamon Caramel Cookies from Inside BruCrew Life.

12 – These Citrus Linzer Cookies are delicate, buttery sandwich cookies filled with zesty citrus jam. Light, tender, and slightly tangy they’re ideal anytime you want a bright, elegant treat. Get the recipe for Citrus Linzer Cookies from Nellie Bellie.

13 – These Cranberry Orange Pinwheel Cookies are festive, tender, and bursting with bright citrus and tart cranberry flavors. Get the recipe for Cranberry Orange Pinwheels from Cooking on the Front Burner.

14 – These Eggnog Snickerdoodles are soft, chewy, and infused with the warm, festive flavors of eggnog and spices. Rolled in a cinnamon-sugar coating, they’re a holiday twist on a classic favorite. Perfect for cookie parties or cozy winter treats. Get the recipe for Eggnog Snickerdoodles from Amy’s Healthy Baking.

15 – These Frosted Peppermint Brownie Cookies are rich, fudgy, and topped with a sweet peppermint frosting for a festive holiday treat. Chewy and chocolatey with a refreshing minty twist, they’re perfect for cookie trays and homemade gifting. Get the recipe for Frosted Peppermint Brownie Cookies from Cooking Classy.

16 – These Hidden Mickey Candy Cane Cookies are festive, buttery, and fun for kids and Disney fans of all ages. Featuring a subtle hidden Mickey candy-cane shaped design and a sweet buttery flavor, they’re perfect for your Christmas cookie platter, parties, or a magical seasonal treat. Get the recipe for Hidden Mickey Candy Cane Cookies from Food, Fun & Faraway Places.

17 – These Hot Chocolate Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with rich chocolate flavor. Studded with mini marshmallows or chocolate chips, they’re a cozy, sweet treat perfect for cold winter days or gifting. Get the recipe for Hot Chocolate Cookies from Love From The Oven.

18 – These Mexican Hot Chocolate Shortbread Cookies are rich, buttery, and infused with warm cinnamon and a hint of cocoa. Perfectly spiced with a touch of chili or nutmeg, they bring a festive twist to traditional shortbread ideal for cozy winter treats. Get the recipe for Mexican Hot Chocolate Shortbread from Bread Booze Bacon.

19 – These Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies are soft, tender, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Made with creamy cream cheese in the dough, they have a rich, buttery flavor and delicate texture, perfect for decorating, holiday cookie trays, or anytime you want a classic sweet treat. Get the recipe for Cutout Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies from Melissa’s Southern Style Kitchen.

20 – These Peppermint Pattie Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies are indulgent, chewy, and chocolatey with a refreshing peppermint surprise inside. Perfect for the holidays or anytime you want a decadent twist on classic chocolate chip cookies, they’re sure to delight peppermint and chocolate lovers alike. Get the recipe for Peppermint Pattie Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies from Around My Family Table.

21 – These Salted Dark Chocolate Dipped Peanut Butter Cookies are rich, chewy, and packed with classic peanut butter flavor. Finished with a dip in dark chocolate and a sprinkle of sea salt, they’re the perfect sweet-and-salty treat for cookie trays, gifting, or satisfying any chocolate-peanut butter craving. Get the recipe for Salted Dark Chocolate Dipped Peanut Butter Cookies from The Kitchen is my Playground.

22 – These Hot Cocoa Cookies are soft, chocolatey, and loaded with cozy flavors of cocoa and mini marshmallows. Perfect for a winter comforting treat with a mug of hot chocolate, they’re an irresistible bite of chocolatey warmth. Get the recipe for Hot Cocoa Cookies from Glorious Treats.

23 – These Toasted Coconut Cookies are lightly golden, chewy, and bursting with nutty, caramelized coconut flavor. Perfect for coconut lovers, they make a delightful addition to holiday dessert tables, or as a sweet treat anytime. Get the recipe for Toasted Coconut Cookies from Self Proclaimed Foodie.

24 – These Chocolate Kiss Powder Puff Cookies are light, tender, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Soft and delicate with a rich chocolate kiss nestled in the center, they’re perfect for holiday cookie trays, parties, or anytime you want an elegant, chocolatey treat. Get the recipe for Chocolate Kiss Powder Puff Cookies from Averie Cooks.

25 – These Gingerbread Cookies are warmly spiced, soft, and slightly chewy, with classic flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and molasses. Perfect for holiday baking, decorating, or gifting, they bring a festive touch to any seasonal celebration. Get the recipe for Gingerbread Cookies from Melissa’s Southern Style Kitchen.

Bonus Recipe – These Melted Snowman Cookies are festive and fun, featuring a sweet snowman design that “melts” in the oven. Perfect for the holidays they’ll add a playful and whimsical touch to your seasonal baking. Get the recipe for Melted Snowmen Cookies from Home Is Where the Boat Is.

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