Easy Christmas Cookies

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There’s nothing quite like baking a batch of easy Christmas cookies to make your home feel warm and cozy. But the holidays are busy, so having lots of cookie recipes on hand that are quick and easy to make turns your baking days into fun family days.

These holiday treats are all cookies our family loves and has made year after year. From classic chocolate chip cookies to holiday favorites packed with peppermint, candy, nuts, and warm spice, there’s a cookie here for every craving.

From classic favorites to fun new twists, you’ll find lots of Christmas baking ideas to make your holiday treats extra special.

They’re perfect for holiday cookie trays, cookie exchanges, bake sales, and of course, baking with kids over the holidays to keep easy desserts on hand.

Easy Christmas Cookies

1

White Chocolate Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies

These chewy cranberry oatmeal cookies with white chocolate are a festive twist on a classic recipe and are so easy to make.

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2

Peanut Butter Blossoms

A classic holiday cookie that everyone loves. These peanut butter blossoms are easy to make and always look beautiful on Christmas cookie trays.

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3

Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies

These easy chocolate chip walnut cookies have the perfect mix of sweet and nutty flavor. A great option for your holiday cookie trays or bake sale.

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4

Soft Ginger Molasses Cookies

Soft, chewy, and perfectly spiced, these ginger molasses cookies are everything you love about holiday cookies. With a yummy sugar coating and no need to chill the dough, it's a quick treat to make and a family favorite for Christmas cookie trays.

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5

Christmas Chocolate Chip Cookies

This easy Christmas cookie recipe is packed with chocolate chips and M&Ms for a fun, colorful treat that's perfect for cookie exchanges or gifts.

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6

Eggnog Cookies

Soft, chewy, and full of holiday flavor, these eggnog cookies are simple to make and always a hit with family and friends.

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7

Thick Chocolate Chip Cookies

This easy, no-chill chocolate chip cookie recipe is quick to make and always hits the spot.

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8

Butter Pecan Cake Mix Cookies

These butter pecan cake mix cookies are such an easy treat to make. With just a few ingredients, you can bake up a batch of irresistible cookies that taste homemade.

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9

Chocolate Peppermint Cake Mix Cookies

These chocolate peppermint cake mix cookies are the perfect easy Christmas treat. Soft, fudgy, and filled with holiday flavor. This is made with a simple cake mix for a quick, no-fuss dessert that's fun to bake with kids.

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10

Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies

These red velvet cake mix cookies are soft, chewy, and full of rich, chocolatey flavor. Made with just a few simple ingredients, they are the perfect last-minute cookie treats.

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11

Scottish Shortbread Cookies

These classic Scottish shortbread cookies are one of my top favorites. They're buttery, tender, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious.

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12

Dutch Butter Cookies

Rich, buttery, and perfectly crisp, these Dutch butter cookies are a timeless holiday favorite. Easy to make and melt in your mouth, they are a must-have on any Christmas cookie tray.

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13

Coconut Snowball Cookies

These no-bake coconut snowball cookies are sweet, soft, and gluten-free. Plus, they are freezer-friendly, so you can make them ahead of time and enjoy them all holiday season.

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14

Chewy Ginger Molasses Crinkle Cookies

These ginger molasses crinkle cookies are soft, chewy, and full of warm holiday spice. With their crackled, sugar-dusted tops and rich gingerbread flavor, they are a must-make every Christmas season.

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15

Preacher Cookies

These easy preacher cookies are a classic no-bake cookie packed with chocolate, peanut butter, and oats. Ready in minutes, they are perfect for when you need a quick treat.

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16

Snickerdoodle Cookies

These soft and chewy snickerdoodle cookies are a classic Christmas cookie. With their sugar spice coating and melt-in-your-mouth texture, they are sure to become your go-to recipe.

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Kim

Kim Mills is a homeschooling mom of 6 and lives on an urban homestead in Ontario, Canada. Blogging at Homestead Acres she enjoys sharing tips to help you save money, grow and preserve your own food.