The Ultimate Christmas Cookie Collection

These soft, cinnamon-sugar cookies belong on every Christmas dessert tray. Their cozy flavor and crackly tops make them a holiday tradition worth keeping all year long.

Festive shapes, colorful icing, and cheerful sprinkles—these classic cut-out cookies are the heart of Christmas baking! Perfect for decorating parties and family traditions.

Simple, buttery, and sweet, these old-fashioned sugar cookies taste just like Christmas memories. They’re the kind you’ll want to leave out for Santa (and sneak a few yourself).

Also known as snowball cookies or Russian tea cakes, these melt-in-your-mouth bites are dusted with powdered sugar that looks just like fresh Christmas snow.

These soft, chewy peanut butter cookies are a holiday staple in any cookie tin. Their nutty flavor pairs perfectly with a mug of cocoa by the Christmas tree.

No Christmas cookie tray is complete without these Hershey’s Kiss-topped favorites! Soft, sweet, and festive, they bring instant holiday cheer to every bite.

Classic chocolate chip cookies get a gourmet holiday twist with rich brown butter. Perfect for Christmas cookie exchanges—or whenever you’re craving comfort.

If you’re dreaming of a cookie that captures the very spirit of Christmas, this is it. These Dark Chocolate Peppermint Chip Cookies strike that perfect balance between rich, fudgy chocolate and cool, refreshing peppermint — like a mug of hot cocoa kissed by a candy cane. They’re fancy enough for a holiday cookie platter but easy enough for a late-night bake when carols are playing and twinkle lights are glowing.

These little cookies capture all the flavor of a classic pecan pie in bite-sized form. Perfect for gifting, cookie swaps, or a cozy holiday dessert spread.

Bring a smile to every face with these adorable snowmen! Made from store-bought Nutter Butters, they’re the easiest Christmas cookies you’ll ever make—and the cutest, too.

Elegant and timeless, these piped butter cookies melt in your mouth and look beautiful on Christmas platters. A true holiday classic!

Simple, hearty, and full of warmth, these old-fashioned oatmeal cookies make the perfect cozy bake during the holiday season. Add white chocolate chips or cranberries for a festive twist!

Rolled in powdered sugar before baking, these soft, crinkly cookies crackle into snow-dusted perfection. A Christmas must-bake that’s as pretty as it is delicious!

Sweet white chocolate and crushed candy canes come together for the ultimate holiday flavor combo. These cookies taste like Christmas magic in every bite.

If you love the combination of fruit and nuts but you’re not ready to invest your time in a cake, these cookies will be perfect for you. They’re simple and loaded with texture and flavor! 

These delicate sandwich cookies, filled with jam and dusted with snowy powdered sugar, look like they came straight from a European Christmas market. Beautiful, buttery, and perfectly festive, they’re a holiday favorite that never goes out of style.

These soft, pillowy gingerbread cookies are full of warm holiday spices and topped with a sweet cinnamon glaze. Perfect for Christmas cookie trays, they’re a festive twist on the classic.

Super Soft Pumpkin Cookies from Out of the Box Baking

If you love those warm fall spices and you're also a fan of a traditional shortbread cookie, this is the sweet treat for you! These delicious cookies are perfect for fall. . .or any time of year!

If you’re a fan of those light-as-a-feather Golden Girls cookies, completely with cream cheese, but you’re in the mood for holiday flavors, have I got a treat for you! These Pumpkin Pie Spiced Golden Girls are just the ticket—in the fall or any time of year!

If you love an old-fashioned fall cookie, one that makes you think of days gone by, you’re going to love this simple recipe! It starts with a simple and inexpensive ingredient used “back in the day” - molasses!

If you’re a fan of Snickerdoodles but you’re looking for an autumn-themed version, this is the recipe for you! This simple cookie is going to be a fan favorite, and not just during the holidays!

If you love the warm, rich spices of fall but you’re also a fan of those delicious oatmeal cookies grandma used to make, you’re going to flip over this simple but yummy recipe from Out of the Box Baking! It merges both worlds into one scrumptious cookie!

If you’re looking for a simple but delicious gingerbread cookie, this is it! These come together so easily and they’re perfect for rolling and cutting!

A rich, chewy holiday cookie that starts with a chocolate cake mix and gets a cozy upgrade from warm spices and deep, sweet molasses.

Bake up a batch of soft pumpkin chocolate chip cookies with cozy fall spices and rich chocolate chips. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are topped with an optional chocolate ganache for an irresistible autumn treat.

If you’re looking for a quick carrot cake fix, this is the recipe for you! This short & sweet cookie recipe comes together in minutes and starts with a box of cake mix.

If you love the rich flavors of chocolate, caramel, and pecans, this is the recipe for you! These Crumbl Copycat Turtles are absolutely delicious and fun to make!

If you’re a fan of chocolate on chocolate on chocolate, this is the recipe for you! In this post I’m going to show you how to make a delicious dark chocolate cookie, a Crumbl copycat recipe!

Deep, rich, and irresistibly chewy, these dark chocolate cookies are studded with tart cherries for a festive burst of flavor. Their elegant look and decadent taste make them a standout on any Christmas cookie tray or holiday dessert table.

If you love the cozy taste of a cup of hot chocolate but you’re in the mood for cookies, I’ve got the perfect treat for you! In this recipe I’m going to show you how to make Hot Chocolate Cookies—perfect for any occasion!

These decadent cookies hide a gooey brownie center inside a rich, chocolatey shell—pure Christmas indulgence! Perfect for gifting, cookie exchanges, or treating yourself during the holidays, they’re a show-stopping favorite everyone will remember.

Chocolate on chocolate on mint! These gooey, minty cookies will leave you swooning! Hot from the oven or filled with mint chocolate mousse as a sandwich cookie, they're the perfect treat for mint chocolate lovers, and not just at Christmas-time!

Is it a chocolate cookie, a tea cake, or cheesecake? Yes, to all of the above, especially during the holidays! And this simple recipe is going to be a favorite this Christmas season, because it starts with a box of cake mix! (Talk about simple!)

If you love those traditional Reese’s flavors—chocolate and peanut butter—you’re going to flip over this simple cookie recipe this Christmas season. It comes together in minutes and tastes like a warm-from-the-oven Reese’s peanut butter cup! Great for a cookie exchange or just as a family treat!

If you love a rich red velvet cake but you’re in the mood for something quick, have I got a treat for you! These homemade red velvet cookies give you the full-on red velvet experience, but in a fraction of the time! They're a great Christmas treat!

If you love that delicious flavor and texture of a Nestle’s Crunch bar, you’re sure to enjoy these easy Cocoa Crunch Cookies. They’re delicious and simple. Best of all, they start with a box of cake mix, which makes them perfect during the busy holiday season!

Dusted with snowy powdered sugar and full of rich chocolate flavor, these classic cookies are a Christmas must-bake. Their crackled tops and fudgy centers make them look as festive as they taste—perfect for holiday parties, cookie swaps, or leaving out for Santa.

Sparkly, soft, and beautifully golden, these sugar crinkle cookies are a simple yet festive addition to your holiday baking lineup. Their crackled tops shimmer like fresh snow, making them perfect for Christmas cookie trays or cozy holiday gatherings.

If you love a delicious red velvet cake but you’re looking for something a lot simpler and quicker to make, this recipe is going to be perfect for you. In this post I’m going to show you how to make delicious Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies.

If you love a terrific lemon-flavored cookie but you’re in a hurry, this is the recipe for you! These cake mix cookies are simple and delicious, and come together in minutes! And they're so much fun for kids to help bake on family baking day!

Light, sweet, and perfectly pink, these strawberry cookies add a cheerful pop of color to any Christmas cookie tray. Soft and fluffy with a hint of berry flavor, they’re a fun, festive treat that feels right at home during the holidays—or any time you’re craving something merry and bright.

If you love a simple soft sugar cookie covered in a delicious and easy buttercream, this is the post for you! You can change the pink to red or green, and even throw in a few sprinkles for Christmas. They're truly the perfect iced Christmas cookie!

If you love a great pecan cookie, one with a hint of salt, you're going to flip over these Potato Chip Cookies, and not just during the holiday season. They are the perfect combination of crunchy and soft, salty and sweet.

You've seen those cookies in the store--the soft cake-like sugar cookies with a lovely spread of buttercream on top. You've tasted them, and they're really delicious. You wish you could make Lofthouse Cookies at home. Now you can! Change up the icing color for the perfect Christmas offering!

If you're looking for a luscious thumbprint cookie with gooey-gooey caramel to celebrate the Christmas season, this is the recipe for you. This is such a simple and delicious recipe, prefect for sharing with family and holiday guests!

Bright, flaky, and bursting with festive flavor, these cookies combine sweet orange zest with tart cranberries for the perfect holiday bite. Their pretty speckled look makes them a beautiful (and delicious) addition to any Christmas cookie platter or gift box.

They’re light, they're fluffy, and they’re packed full of lemony goodness. These little Lemon Pound Cake Cookies are delicious and incredibly easy to make, which makes them perfect for the holiday season!

runchy, chewy, and loaded with peanut-buttery goodness, these Butterfinger cookies bring a playful twist to holiday baking. With their candy crunch and rich flavor, they’re a fun and festive choice for Christmas cookie exchanges or sweet holiday snacking.

Soft, light, and filled with tart cranberries and nutty almonds, these cookies are a festive favorite for Christmas baking. Their delicate flavor and hint of almond make them perfect for holiday tea parties, cookie trays, or cozy winter afternoons by the fire.

If you’re looking for a light, flaky cookie this Chirstmas season, one that's loaded with toasted pecan flavor, have I got a recipe for you! These Easy Pecan Sandies are so simple and start with only four ingredients! Talk about easy-breezy for the holiday season!

If you're looking for a simple base recipe for just about any kind of Christmas cookie, this is it! You can use this simple recipe as a foundation for literally any kind of cookie this holiday season. Load them up with peppermints, chocolate chips, cocoa powder, nuts, candied fruit, and more!

If you love strawberries and chocolate together, I’ve got a treat for you! These simple cookies are packed full of flavor. And best of all, they start with a muffin mix! Hey, a doctored mix is perfect for the busy holiday season!

If you’re crazy about lemon and blueberry and you’re in the mood for a delicious and simple cookie, this is the post for you! This is one of the simplest recipes I’ve ever posted, which makes it ideal for the holiday season. Best of all, it starts with a doctored muffin mix!

If you love the warm rich flavors of butterscotch and toffee you’re going to adore this simple recipe, which has some of the best holiday flavors around. (Go, Butterscotch!). These delicious cookies are absolutely divine, and not just during the Christmas season. Best of all, they start with a box of butter pecan cake mix. So easy!

These thick, bakery-style cookies stay soft and chewy long after they’ve cooled—making them a Christmas favorite year after year. Loaded with melty chocolate chips, they’re perfect for holiday cookie exchanges, festive dessert platters, or leaving out for Santa on Christmas Eve.

Inspired by the classic candy bar, these coconut-packed cookies are filled with chocolate and almonds for the ultimate Christmas treat. Quick to make and full of festive flavor, they’re perfect for holiday cookie trays, parties, or gifting to anyone who loves a little chocolate-coconut joy!

Soft, thick, and dusted with cinnamon sugar, these Crumbl-inspired churro cookies are bursting with festive flavor. Topped with a swirl of creamy frosting, they taste just like Christmas in cookie form—perfect for holiday parties, cookie exchanges, or a sweet treat after trimming the tree.

Creamy, dreamy, and full of retro charm, these cheesecake cookies are a sweet nod to the beloved Golden Girls. With their soft centers and rich flavor, they make a delightful addition to any Christmas cookie tray—perfect for holiday gatherings, gifting, or cozy evenings with friends and laughter.

If you love a crisp pie-crust cinnamon roll, then you’re going to flip over these simple palmiers! They start with a roll of pre-made puff pastry but they don’t end there! Talk about a delicious addition to your holiday tray!

If you’re looking for an amazing brown sugar cookie loaded with crunch and depth of flavor this Christmas season, this is the recipe for you! These delicious pecan toffee cookies are packed full of brown sugar, toffee bits, and pecans and they’re drizzled with salted caramel. Your family and guests will flip over this one!

If you love a sweet sugar cookie loaded with sprinkles but covered in a rich cream cheese frosting, this is the post for you! I’m going to show you how I made this Copycat Crumbl recipe for Birthday Cake Cookies! And here's the best part: with a few holiday sprinkles they become the perfect Christmas cookie!

If you love the light, bright flavor of lemon, but you’re also a fan of berries, this delicious Crumbl Copycat recipe is perfect for you! They're rich with flavor and perfect for Christmas!

Sweet, salty, and wonderfully unexpected, these maple bacon cookies bring bold flavor to your holiday baking lineup. The smoky bacon and rich maple syrup pair perfectly for a cozy Christmas treat that’s as fun to gift as it is to eat!

Delicate and buttery with a bright pop of lemon, these elegant cookies add a touch of sunshine to your holiday baking. Perfect for Christmas tea parties or festive dessert trays, they bring a refreshing twist to traditional holiday flavors while still feeling perfectly seasonal.

Soft, chewy, and drizzled with a sweet vanilla glaze, these classic cookies are a cozy addition to any Christmas cookie platter. Their warm spices and old-fashioned charm make them perfect for holiday gifting, cookie exchanges, or enjoying with a mug of cocoa by the tree.

These rich, chewy cookies get a festive twist from tangy sourdough starter, adding depth and flavor that’s perfect for holiday baking. Loaded with melty chocolate chips, they’re a delightful addition to any Christmas cookie tray—and a fun way to use your starter during the holidays!

Buttery, crisp, and delicately sweet, these traditional Scottish shortbread cookies are a timeless Christmas favorite. Their simple elegance and melt-in-your-mouth texture make them perfect for holiday tea parties, cookie exchanges, or packaging up as heartfelt homemade gifts.

Light, buttery, and kissed with fresh lemon zest, these cookies bring a bright touch to classic holiday baking. Their delicate flavor and crumbly texture make them perfect for Christmas dessert platters, afternoon tea, or gifting to friends who love a little sunshine in their holiday season.

Buttery and rich with a double dose of almond flavor, these cookies are a true holiday delight. The smooth almond glaze adds just the right touch of sweetness, making them perfect for Christmas cookie trays, holiday tea parties, or elegant homemade gifts.

If you’re looking for a rich maple shortbread that’s flaky and delicious, have I got a treat for you! This recipe is so simple, you don’t even need a mixer!

Golden, buttery, and irresistibly crisp, these delicious cookies bring a touch of Parisian charm to your Christmas baking. Their melt-in-your-mouth texture and simple sweetness make them a lovely addition to holiday cookie platters or a beautiful gift from your kitchen to someone special.

Simple, buttery, and perfectly crumbly, these British classics are a charming addition to any Christmas cookie spread. With just a few ingredients and that signature fork pattern, they’re easy to make and absolutely delightful with tea during the holidays.

These easy Almond Cake Mix Cookies are soft, buttery, and full of almond flavor with a sweet almond glaze, perfect for the holiday season. Just a few simple ingredients and no mixer required — a perfect quick treat for any almond lover!

If you’re a fan of Italian cream cake but you’re in the mood for a cookie, this is the post for you! This original recipe is soft, pillowy, and loaded with all of those Italian Cream Cake flavors you’ve come to love, only in cookie form! They're over-the-top delicious and perfect for the Christmas season!

If you love the flavor and texture of a great peanut butter cookie but don't have the time or the ingredients, you're going to love this simple recipe! These peanut butter cookies are light, fluffy, loaded with flavor, and best of all, they start with a white cake mix!

These soft and chewy German Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies are packed with coconut, pecans, and chocolate chips — plus a can of coconut pecan frosting baked right in! An easy, no-fail recipe with big bakery flavor. Ideal for your Christmas cookie tray and so simple to make.

If you love brownie bites you’re going to adore this chocolate on chocolate cookie. Best of all, it starts with a simple cake mix. Talk about an easy addition to your Christmas lineup!

Did you know that orange and chocolate were destined to go together? It’s true! And if you love that delectable mergence of flavors you’re going to flip over these simple orange chocolate chip cookies! Perfect for Christmas!

If you love the bright flavors of coconut and lemon you’re going to flip over these cookies. They come together in minutes and start with a simple box of Dolly Parton cake mix.

If you love the rich, warm flavor of pecans and the ease of a cake mix cookie, this is the recipe for you! In this post I’m going to show you how I make some of the most delicious butter pecan cookies. . .ever!

If you love banana bread but you’re in a hurry and looking for something easier, these cookies are perfect. They come together in minutes and start with a simple box of cake mix.

If you love that nutty goodness of a pecan sandie bur you’re in a hurry, (and hey. . .who isn't during the Christmas season?) I’ve got a real treat for you! These yummy pecan sandie cookies come together in minutes and start with a simple box of white cake mix.

Soft, spiced, and filled with creamy frosting, these easy gingerbread whoopie pies taste like Christmas joy in every bite. Starting with a simple cake mix, they come together quickly—perfect for holiday parties, cookie exchanges, or a festive treat after wrapping gifts.

Light, fluffy peanut butter cookies sandwiched with Nutella, then skinny-dipped in semi-sweet chocolate and covered in chopped peanuts? Yes, please! And not just for Christmas!

If you enjoy red velvet cake with luscious cream cheese frosting you're going to flip over these yummy Red Velvet Sandwich Cookies. They're simple to make and loaded with rich cocoa flavor. Best of all, the recipe starts with a boxed cake mix! They're simple and perfect for Christmas!

If you love German Chocolate cake but want it in cookie form, do I have a treat for you! You’ll love these sweeter-than-coconut sandwich cookies, stuffed with coconut pecan frosting! Talk about a lovely addition to your Christmas cookie lineup!

If you love the bright flavor of lemon and you’re also crazy about buttercream frosting, these little Lemon Cakesters are perfect for you. They’re simple, delicious, and best of all. . .they start with a box of cake mix! Talk about a light, bright addition to your holiday lineup!

Quick, chewy, and full of rich chocolate flavor, these classic cookies are perfect for holiday baking without the hassle. With oats, cocoa, and a touch of peanut butter, they set up beautifully for Christmas cookie trays or sweet homemade gifts—no oven required!

If you love the idea of a protein infused bar but don’t have time to bake, this is the perfect solution for you. These easy no bake chocolate oats bars come together in minutes and are packed with healthy ingredients. They'll be perfect for your holiday cookie tray!

Sweet, chewy, and delightfully nutty, these no-bake coconut cashew cookies are a quick and festive addition to your Christmas dessert lineup. With creamy cashew butter and rich coconut flavor, they’re perfect for busy holiday bakers who want homemade treats without turning on the oven.

All the rich, gooey goodness of classic pecan pie in an easy bar form! These sweet, nutty bars are perfect for Christmas dessert trays or holiday gifting. With their buttery crust and caramel-like filling, they bring cozy Southern flavor to every festive celebration.

If you love the flavor of cherry pie but prefer the simplicity of a cookie bar, then this is the recipe for you! This luscious sweet treat has a shortbread base, cherry preserves in the center, and sliced almonds on top. Best of all, it's incredibly easy to bake! And just the right colors and flavors for your Christmas guests!

If you love the flavor of carrot cake but the ease of a bar, have I got a treat for you. These luscious carrot cake bars come together in no time. And best of all, they start with a box of cake mix and the flavors are perfect for the holiday season!

If the idea of a creamsicle gives you flashbacks to your childhood (in a good way) this luscious dessert will certainly make you happy! These easy creamsicle bars have those same lovely flavors and they’re so simple to make because they start with a box of cake mix! 

If you love a delicious German chocolate cake with coconut pecan frosting, have I got a treat for you! These bars come together quickly, taste amazing, and best of all. . .they start with a box of cake mix!

If you love a rich fruity bar loaded with strawberry and lemon flavors, have I got a treat for you! These come together in minutes and they’re delicious. Best of all, they start with a simple box of cake mix!

If you’re in the mood for some tropical flavors in the ease of a bar, have I got a special treat for you! You’re going to adore this simple lemon coconut bar. Best of all, it starts with a box of cake mix!

If you love the luscious flavors of apple and caramel, this is the recipe for you. These bars are delicious and simple. Best of all, they start with a box of cake mix.

If you love pineapple upside down but want the ease of a bar, this is the perfect recipe for you! A delectable cookie crust, a rich layer of cherry preserves, and crushed pineapple baked on top? Yes, please!

If you love a delicious pumpkin pie but don't have the time to bake one, have I got a great alternative for you! These simple Pumpkin Spice Bars are quick and easy, and start with a box of cake mix!

If you love cheesecake and berries, but you're not keen on baking a cheesecake from scratch, I've got a terrific alternative for you. These bars have a luscious strawberry crust and a rich layer of cheesecake baked on top. Best of all, they start with a box of cake mix.

Lemon Blueberry Bars from Out of the Box Baking.com

If you love the flavors of cocoa and cream cheese, this is the recipe for you! In this post I’m going to show you how to make delicious Red Velvet Cheesecake Bars. Best of all, they start with a box of cake mix! 

If you love coconut pecan cake but you’re looking for something with more of a bar or cookie texture you’ve definitely come to the right place! This is one of my simplest (but tastiest) recipes yet. And it starts with canned frosting and a box of white cake mix!

If you love the rich chocolate and coconut flavors of an Almond Joy bar, have I got a treat for you! In this post I’m going to show you how to make a sweet treat with those same flavors. . .and it all starts with a box of cake mix!

If you love a yummy streusel, these apple crumble bars are going to make your day. They’re so easy and tasty and come together in minutes!

In this post I’m going to show you how to make the most delicious fall treat ever—brown butter pecan bars! They come together so easily and are loaded with buttery pecan flavor!

If you love a chewy, sweet bar--loaded with chocolate and pecans--this is the recipe for you! In this post I'm going to show you how I made these delicious and simple Crescent Layer Bars!

Sometimes you’re just in the mood for something sweet, even for breakfast. And if you love the ease of a bar, then this recipe will satisfy not just your sweet tooth, but your need to grab-and-go.

If you love German Chocolate cake but want the ease of a tender, flaky cookie bar, this is the recipe for you! The cookie crust has a light chocolate flavor and the rich gooey filling is loaded with coconut, pecans, and chocolate chips.

If you're looking for the easiest, tastiest cookie bar out there, you can stop your search! These Magic Cookie Bars are going to sweep you away with their simplicity and their luscious flavor profile!

Everyone in the south knows what hummingbird cake is, but not everyone has the time or energy to bake one. With this easy recipe you’ll get all of those flavors without all of that work!

If you love the combination of peanut butter and chocolate, you’re going to flip over these simple peanut butter cookie bars!

Delicious iced oatmeal cookie bars from Out of the Box Baking.com.

If you’re looking for a simple shortbread recipe, one loaded with heath flavor, this is the recipe! Keep reading for this Short & Sweet offering from Out of the Box Baking!

Soft, buttery, and sprinkled with cinnamon-sugar magic, these snickerdoodle bars are a cozy twist on a Christmas classic. Easy to make and perfect for gifting, they fill your kitchen with warm holiday aromas and make every bite taste like Christmas comfort.