Looking for the ultimate list of Christmas cookies that will steal the show at every holiday gathering? Whether you’re baking for a cookie swap, gifting treats to friends and neighbors, or just stocking your own festive cookie jar, these 27 Christmas cookie ideas are sweet, nostalgic, and incredibly delicious.
From buttery shortbreads to soft and chewy ginger delights, these cookies are made to impress. Keep reading—there’s a cozy, flavorful favorite waiting for you just a scroll away.
Classic Sugar Cookies
Soft in the center with a delicate crunch on the edges, these sugar cookies are the ultimate Christmas classic. With a sweet, buttery flavor that melts in your mouth, they’re the perfect blank canvas for festive frosting and sprinkles.
Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies
Warm spices and a rich molasses finish give these cookies their signature deep, cozy flavor. Slightly crisp on the outside with a chewy middle—they’re like holiday nostalgia in every bite.
Peppermint Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
These cookies combine the richness of chocolate with the cool bite of peppermint. Crackly tops and fudgy centers make them the showstopper of any holiday dessert spread.
Almond Snowball Cookies
Delicately crumbly and rolled in snowy powdered sugar, these melt-in-your-mouth cookies have a subtle almond flavor that keeps you reaching for one more.
Hot Cocoa Cookies
Soft, brownie-like cookies topped with gooey mini marshmallows and a touch of chocolate ganache—they taste just like your favorite cup of hot cocoa in cookie form.
Snickerdoodle Cookies
Sweet, cinnamon-dusted, and delightfully tangy, these cookies are soft with just enough chew. They’re simple, comforting, and always a crowd favorite.
Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies
With a buttery shortbread base and a burst of tangy raspberry jam in the center, these cookies offer the perfect balance of sweet and tart.
Soft Frosted Holiday Cookies
Thick, fluffy, and frosted with a creamy vanilla topping, these pastel-colored cookies are sweet, tender, and totally irresistible during the holidays.
Chocolate-Dipped Shortbread
Rich, crumbly shortbread cookies dipped in silky dark chocolate—elegant, buttery, and perfect for gifting or sharing.
Cinnamon Roll Cookies
Imagine a cinnamon roll in cookie form—these treats are buttery, swirled with cinnamon sugar, and lightly glazed for the perfect finish.
Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies
Crackled on the outside and soft in the middle, these vibrant cookies have a gentle cocoa flavor and festive flair.
Coconut Macaroons
Golden, toasty edges and a chewy, sweet coconut center—these cookies are simple but pack a tropical twist on traditional holiday baking.
White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies
Tart cranberries and creamy white chocolate chips combine in a soft, rich cookie that’s sweet, tangy, and totally addicting.
Chocolate Snowcap Cookies
Dark, fudgy centers with a dusting of powdered sugar give these cookies a beautiful cracked top and a deeply satisfying chocolate flavor.
Chai Spice Cookies
Infused with cozy chai spices, these cookies are warm, fragrant, and perfectly chewy. They taste like your favorite holiday tea, in dessert form.
Pistachio Pudding Cookies
These soft, tender cookies have a subtle nuttiness and a dreamy green hue that makes them both unique and festive.
Lemon Glazed Cookies
Bright and zesty with a soft crumb and a sugary lemon glaze, these cookies are a refreshing contrast to all the rich holiday flavors.
Chocolate Chip Meringue Drops
Light, airy, and just the right amount of sweet—these meringue cookies melt on your tongue and leave a hint of chocolate with every bite.
Orange Cardamom Cookies
Subtly spiced and citrusy, these cookies are fragrant, crisp-edged, and perfect with a cup of tea or coffee.
Maple Pecan Cookies
With toasty pecans and a sweet maple flavor, these cookies are soft, buttery, and full of cozy warmth in every bite.
Sprinkle Butter Cookies
Colorful, fun, and kid-approved—these rich, buttery cookies are loaded with rainbow sprinkles for a cheerful holiday treat.
Iced Oatmeal Cookies
Hearty and wholesome with just the right touch of spice, these cookies are finished with a sweet vanilla glaze for an old-fashioned favorite feel.
Chocolate Mint Cookies
Bold mint flavor paired with rich chocolate makes these cookies feel like an after-dinner treat, wrapped in wintery goodness.
Honey Spice Cookies
Delicately sweetened with honey and spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, these cookies offer a softer, more mellow take on gingerbread.
Brown Butter Sugar Cookies
Nutty, golden brown butter gives these sugar cookies an elevated flavor that’s deep, rich, and totally unforgettable.
Cranberry Orange Shortbread
The brightness of citrus with the tartness of cranberry all wrapped in a buttery shortbread shell—these are cookies that taste like winter mornings.
Caramel Pecan Thumbprints
Filled with gooey caramel and topped with toasted pecans, these cookies are rich, nutty, and decadent enough for any dessert table.
Molten Chocolate Cookies
Crisp on the outside with a soft, gooey chocolate center—these are the cookies to bake when you really want to impress.
Wrap-Up: Bake, Share, and Savor the Season
There’s something magical about baking cookies during the holidays. Each one of these Christmas cookies brings its own festive flavor and feel—whether you love cozy spices, rich chocolate, or bright citrus.
Choose a few (or all 27!) to bake this season, and don’t forget to share the sweetness with those you love. These cookies aren’t just treats—they’re little bites of Christmas joy.
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