It’s time to start your holiday baking with these simple yet delightful cookies. They’re ideal to put out for Santa or for a festive cookie exchange. From the tempting Toasted S’mores Cookies, blending graham cracker, chocolate ganache, and toasted marshmallow, to the classic Chewy Molasses Cookies that bring a nostalgic touch to the season, these recipes promise an easy and delicious way to add joy to your holiday celebrations.
Cherry Pie Cookies
Fall in love with Cherry Pie Cookies – cute pinwheels filled with cherry pie flavor. They taste good and look great on your holiday cookie tray. Presentation matters, especially during the holidays.
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Palmier Cookies
Try Palmier Cookies – they’re light and flaky, made with layers of buttery puff pastry baked until golden brown. These cookies look fancy but are simple and tasty, perfect for sharing at holiday gatherings.
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Peppermint Shortbread Cookies
Delight in the buttery richness of these Peppermint Shortbread Cookies. Dipped in chocolate and sprinkled with crushed peppermint candy, this festive twist will leave you craving more.
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Spiced Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies
Taste the warmth of the season with Spiced Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies. They have oats, cranberries, and spices – chewy and flavorful, just right for sharing during the holidays.
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Chewy Chocolate Marshmallow Cookie
These irresistible chewy chocolate cookies hold a delightful secret at their core. Each cookie has a gooey marshmallow baked into the center, creating a surprise burst of sweet and fluffy goodness with every bite. With their rich chocolatey flavor and hidden marshmallow treasure, these cookies offer a unique twist on the classic s’mores combination, perfect for indulging in a campfire-inspired treat anytime, anywhere.
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Mexican Triple Chocolate Cookies
Try something different with Mexican Triple Chocolate Cookies – a bit spicy, a lot chocolatey. They’re a fun twist on the usual chocolate cookies. Perfect for warming up during the festive season.
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Egg Nog Cookies
Celebrate the holiday spirit with these Egg Nog Cookies. Infused with the flavors of traditional eggnog, these soft and chewy treats offer a taste of festive cheer that will leave you craving the season’s joy.
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Gochujang Caramel Cookies
Spice up your cookie game with Gochujang Caramel Cookies. They’re sweet and a bit spicy, a unique twist on regular cookies. If you like trying new things, these cookies are for you.
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7 Layer Bars
Experience a sweet symphony with 7 Layer Bars, where chocolate chips and other delectable ingredients create an enticing alternative dessert to the chocolate chip cookie. This is a simple multi-layered masterpiece that’s as delightful as it is delicious.
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Toasted S’mores Cookies
Imagine biting into a graham cracker cookie that crumbles just right, revealing a yummy chocolate filling and a fluffy marshmallow on top, toasted to perfection. It’s a mix of crunch, richness, and gooey goodness that’ll make you smile.
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Apricot Crescent Cookies
Enjoy a classic holiday treat with Apricot Crescent Cookies. They’re a twist on crescent cookies, filled with apricot goodness. Simple, elegant, and perfect for sharing during the holidays.
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Classic Holly Wreath Cookies
Classic Holly Wreath Cookies are whimsical treats made with corn flakes coated in a sweet and gooey marshmallow mixture. Shaped into festive wreaths and adorned with colorful decorations, these delightful cookies bring a touch of holiday magic to your taste buds.
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Hot Chocolate Cookies
Enjoy the coziness of Hot Chocolate Cookies – chocolate cookies with a marshmallow on top. Like sipping hot chocolate but in cookie form. Great for snacking by the fire or sharing with family and friends.
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Chewy Molasses Cookies
There is nothing better than a slightly spicy molasses cookie. This has been a favorite for generations, and it makes the tastiest, chewiest cookie that flat out disappears every time you make a batch.
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Chocolatey Raisin Cookies
The only way to enjoy an oatmeal raisin cookie more is to make these chewy, chocolatey raisin cookies that are rich and decadent and yet still so easy to make. Chocolate and raisins make a perfect pairing, and you’ll love to watch these disappear.
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Chewy Lemon Cookies
Experience the perfect balance of zesty and sweet with these chewy lemon cookies. Bursting with citrus flavor and a soft texture, they are a delightful holiday treat for lemon enthusiasts.
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Triple Chocolate Dipped Cookies
Indulge in nostalgia with a homemade copycat version of the beloved Mrs. Field’s Chocolate Dipped Cookies. These chewy chocolate cookies, half-dipped in creamy white chocolate, will transport you back to the sweet memories of the late 80s and 90s.
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Cherry Surprise Cookies
Get ready for a burst of sweet surprise with these Cherry Surprise Cookies. With a hidden cherry center and a buttery cookie exterior, each bite is a delightful explosion of flavors that will keep you coming back for more.
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Orange Chocolate Shortbread Cookies
Elevate your holiday cookies with Orange Chocolate Shortbread Cookies. They’re like thumbprint cookies but better, with an orange twist and a touch of citrus chocolate. Unique and tasty, they’ll stand out at your holiday gatherings.
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Chewy S’more Cookies
Sink your teeth into these chewy s’more cookies – soft, chocolatey, loaded with chocolate chips, mini-marshmallows, and bits of graham cracker. It’s like having a campfire treat without the campfire.
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Peppermint Chocolate Cookies
These delightfully chewy chocolate cookies have a chocolate filling and just enough peppermint candy to give it a kick. They offer a perfect balance of flavors, making them a delightful addition to your festive dessert table.
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Classic Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
There is nothing better than a classic oatmeal raisin cookie, no matter what anyone says. These soft and chewy cookies are a vintage recipe that bring back memories of time spent in your grandma’s kitchen with the warm spices you love.
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Classic Thumbprint Cookies
Didn’t everyone grow up eating these cookies? A soft and delicious cookie with a burst of jam hiding under a light glaze was always a favorite treat whenever we went to Granny’s house.
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Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies
Discover a unique twist in Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies, infusing tangy sourdough with the comforting joy of chocolate chips in every bite. This is a tasty and creative take on cookies that surprises the palate.
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Double Chocolate Chunk Cherry Cookies
Satisfy your sweet tooth with Double Chocolate Chunk Cherry Cookies, blending juicy cherries and rich chocolate into a tantalizing alternative delight to a plain old chocolate chip cookie. How can you resist this double dose of decadence?
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Nutella No Bake Cookies
Make Nutella No Bake Cookies, also known as “reindeer poop.” Easy, fun, and perfect for Santa. They disappear fast, but you can make more in a snap.
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Cherry Sugar Cookies
Make your holidays sweeter with Cherry Sugar Cookies – red and white, classic colors. They’re delicious and add a festive touch to your celebrations.
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