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    30 No-Fuss Christmas Cookies That Everyone Will Love

    Published: Dec 12, 2024 by Emmeline Kemperyd · post_comments]

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    Christmas is the perfect time to bake cookies that everyone will enjoy. These 30 easy recipes are simple to make and sure to bring joy to your holiday gatherings. From classic favorites to fun twists, there's something here for every cookie lover.

    Figgy Pudding Cookies

    Figgy Pudding Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Tikkido.

    These figgy pudding Christmas cookies pack all the classic flavors of figgy pudding into a cute, bite-sized treat. They're a great choice to add to your Christmas cookie platter.

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    Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Brown butter chocolate chip cookies.
    Photo credit: Spatula Desserts.

    These cookies are crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, with a rich buttery flavor. They have just the right amount of sweetness, perfectly balanced by a sprinkle of sea salt on top.

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    Butterball Cookies

    Butterball Cookies
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Butterball Cookies are simple to whip up and are delicious any time of the year, especially during Christmas. They have a nice crunch from the chopped hazelnuts, making them a delicious treat that everyone loves.

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    Cantucci With Cranberries And Almonds

    Cantucci With Cranberries And Almonds (Biscotti).
    Photo Credit: Keeping it Simple Italian.

    These Italian cantucci cookies, also known as biscotti, are twice-baked and packed with cranberry and almond flavors, along with a hint of citrus. They're great for enjoying with coffee on a chilly afternoon or for sharing in holiday cookie boxes.

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    Gingerbread Cookies

    Gingerbread Cookies for Christmas.
    Photo Credit: Chocolates and Chai.

    These gingerbread cookies have soft centers and crisp edges, making them a delightful treat. They're perfect for adding a festive touch to your holiday baking.

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     Peppermint Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

     Peppermint Chocolate Crinkle Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Casual Foodist.

    Peppermint chocolate crinkle cookies are a holiday favorite that everyone loves. These rich and sweet cookies, dusted with powdered sugar, are simple to whip up and will quickly become a cherished Christmas treat.

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    Soft Christmas Sprinkle Sugar Cookies

    Soft Christmas Sprinkle Sugar Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Savor the Spoonful.

    These soft and fluffy Christmas sprinkle sugar cookies are a perfect treat for the holidays. With festive red and green sprinkles mixed in, they're quick and easy to whip up at home.

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    Raspberry Cheesecake Cookies

    Raspberry Cheesecake Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Chocolates and Chai.

    Raspberry Cheesecake Cookies are deliciously soft and filled with creamy raspberry cheesecake in the middle. These treats are so good, you'll immeditaely find yourself reaching for another one.

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    Santa Claus Cookies

    Santa Claus Cut Out Cookie.
    Photo Credit: Binky's Culinary Carnival.

    These cookies have a nice crunch on the outside and a soft center, making them a great choice for your holiday baking. They're delicious on their own or can be decorated for a festive touch.

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    Vegan Gingerbread Cookies

    Vegan Gingerbread Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Evergreen Kitchen,

    These vegan gingerbread cookies are soft in the center and crunchy around the edges. They're easy to make with just one bowl and no special ingredients, perfect for sharing this Christmas.

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    Pecan Snowball Cookies

    Snowball Cookies.
    Photo Credit: The Perks of Being Us.

    These delightful cookies are made with just six simple ingredients, resulting in a soft and tender treat. They're perfect for making ahead of time and can be frozen, so you can enjoy them whenever you like.

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    No Chill Chocolate Chip Christmas Cookies

    No Chill Chocolate Chip Christmas Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Savvy Saving Couple.

    These chocolate chip cookies are a festive treat that captures the spirit of Christmas. Soft, chewy, and filled with two types of chocolate, M&Ms, and colorful sprinkles, they come together quickly and are ready to enjoy without any waiting.

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    Edible Christmas Cookie Boxes

    Edible Christmas Cookie Boxes.
    Photo Credit: Sugar Hero.

    Edible Christmas Cookie Boxes are a fun way to combine baking and gift-giving. These homemade sugar cookies are shaped into little gift boxes and can be filled with your favorite sweets for a tasty holiday treat.

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    Cocoa Powder Cookies Without Baking Powder

    Cocoa Powder Cookies Without Baking Powder
    Photo credit: always use butter

    These tasty cookies can be whipped up in under an hour with just a few simple ingredients you likely have on hand. They're perfect for adding a sweet touch to your holiday celebrations.

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    Chocolate Dipped Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Chocolate Dipped Chocolate Chip Cookies
    Photo Credit: food folks and fun.

    Christmas Chocolate Chip Cookies are simple to make and are dipped in chocolate and sprinkled with colorful toppings. They have a nice chewy texture on the outside and are soft and gooey in the center.

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    Soft & Chewy Apple-Cinnamon Gingersnaps

    Soft & Chewy Apple-Cinnamon Gingersnaps
    Photo Credit: Foodess.

    These cookies are incredibly chewy and soft, and perfect for the holiday season. Soft ginger snaps might sound like a contradiction, but they truly capture the essence of festive baking.

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    Coconut Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies

    Coconut Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Sense & Edibility.

    Coconut Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies are delicious and perfect for any occasion. These sweet treats are great for tea time, surprise guests, or just enjoying on your own.

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    Chocolate Peppermint Kiss Cookies

    Chocolate Peppermint Kiss Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Our Love Language is Food.

    Peppermint kiss cookies are a delightful treat for the holidays. With a rich chocolate cookie and cute striped peppermint kisses on top, these cookies are perfect for celebrating the season.

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    Cinnamon Cookies

    A stack of cinnamon cookies.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These shortbread cookies are baked just right and coated in a tasty cinnamon sugar mix. They're a great treat to enjoy during the holiday season.

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    Peppermint Sugar Cookies

    Peppermint Sugar Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Flouring Kitchen.

    Slice and bake these peppermint sugar cookies for a festive treat that's easy to make. With their crisp edges and soft, chewy centers, they're filled with a refreshing peppermint flavor and topped with a touch of chocolate.

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    Oreo Melted Snowman Cookies

    Oreo Melted Snowman Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Everyday Eileen.

    Melting Snowman Oreo Balls are a fun and easy no-bake treat for Christmas. These festive Oreo truffles are sure to be a hit at your holiday gatherings.

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    Almond Flour Shortbread Cookies

    Almond Flour Shortbread Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Haute & Healthy Living.

    Almond flour shortbread cookies are a simple and healthier choice for your holiday baking, with just five easy ingredients. They're a delightful treat to enjoy and share with friends and family this Christmas.

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    Chunky Brownie Cookies

    Chunky brownie cookies on a wire rack.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons.

    These chocolate brownie cookies are rich and tasty, offering a delightful twist on your favorite brownie. They're eggless and dairy-free, featuring two special ingredients that set them apart from regular chocolate cookies.

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    Christmas Wreath Cookies

    Christmas Wreath Cookies.
    Photo Credit: A Table Full of Joy.

    Christmas Wreath Cookies are a festive and simple treat that everyone enjoys. They are quick to make and are always a hit during the holiday season!

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    No Bake Dulce de Leche Coconut Macaroons

    No Bake Dulce de Leche Coconut Macaroons.
    Photo Credit: Cinnamon & Coriander.

    These no-bake Dulce De Leche Coconut Macaroons are a great addition to your holiday cookie platter. They are simple to whip up with just four ingredients.

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    Stained Glass Cookies

    Stained Glass Cookies.
    Photo Credit: That Skinny Chick Can Bake.

    Stained glass cookies are simple to make and look impressive on any holiday table. Everyone will be amazed when you show off these beautiful treats!

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    Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies.
    Photo credit: Spatula Desserts.

    These chocolate chip cookies are packed with pecans, cinnamon, and brown butter, creating a rich flavor that's perfectly balanced with a touch of sea salt. They have a chewy outside and a gooey inside, offering a delicious mix of chocolate and nutty goodness.

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    Chocolate Cherry Crinkle Cookies

    Chocolate Cherry Crinkle Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Our Love Language is Food.

    Cherry chocolate crinkle cookies are a delightful treat for anyone who enjoys the mix of cherry and chocolate. These cute red and white cookies are wonderfully chewy.

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    Gluten-Free Gingerbread Cookies

    Gluten Free Gingerbread Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Savor the Spoonful.

    Gluten-free gingerbread cookies are a great treat for the holidays, and they're also dairy-free. Made with gluten-free flour and coconut oil, these cookies are simple to prepare and topped with a quick royal icing that you can whip up in just a couple of minutes.

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    Santa Hat Cheesecake Bites

    Santa Hat Cheesecake Bites (No Bake).
    Photo Credit: Recipes from a Pantry.

    Festive no-bake Santa Hat Cheesecake Bites are simple to whip up with crushed Oreos and a creamy cheesecake filling. They're a fun treat to enjoy making with your kids during the holiday season!

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    Old-Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies

    Old-Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Crayons + Cravings.

    Old-Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies have a crispy, golden brown exterior and a soft center that reminds you of the cookies your grandma used to bake. In under thirty minutes, you can enjoy a fresh batch of these tasty treats.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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