It’s a little-known fact that calories in cookies don’t count…well, that’s what we tell ourselves in December, at least. Not only do cookies make thoughtful gifts for Santa and friends, they also make the holidays feel more festive — and who doesn’t love a good gingerbread cookie? Now, pull on an apron, roll up your sleeves, and make one (if not all) of these delicious cookie recipes — the gym is for January.
Color-dipped gingerbread cookies by Studio DIY
These color-dipped gingerbread cookies are such a fun twist on a holiday classic. You can go traditional with red and green icing or mix it up with modern pastels, like in this recipe. Either way, they’ll still taste like Christmas.
Eggnog cookies with rum sugar glaze by Liv For Cake
There are only so many days eggnog is available each year, which make these cookies extra special for the holidays. Even if you don’t like drinking eggnog, you’ll find the soft texture and hint of spice in these cookies totally addictive.
Linzer Christmas cookies by Freutcake
Nothing says Christmas to me like Linzer cookies. The traditional approach to making Linzers can be a bit difficult for novices, but this simple recipe utilizes sugar cookie dough instead of hazelnut. A batch of these jam-filled wonders would make an impressive (and easy!) gift.
31 comments
ClassicMemories from ClassicMemories said 4 years ago
Looks yummy. I made similar Linzer Cookies years ago and they were delicious. Love the baking blogs.
Helen Harwood from FatBerry said 4 years ago
Delicious way to please yourself and friends, all the recipes look very cute! Thank you so much for sharing.
Cathy White from msbijouxjewelry said 4 years ago
I'm still baking so this is a timely post, those eggnog cookies sound yummy! Unique cookies are the best, thanks for sharing
renee and gerardo from GTDesigns said 4 years ago
Yum factor!! Those eggnog cookies take the cake!! Great treat ideas! TFS!
Sue from SuesAkornShop said 4 years ago
I thought I was done with my baking, but now I want to try these! LOL
Nicole from KarmaCodeOne said 4 years ago
Beautifully baked little works of art !!
Joann Hayssen from JoannHayssenDesigns said 4 years ago
They all look delicious!!
Megan from MegansMenagerie said 4 years ago
Looks amazing!
Georgia from JewelMeShop said 4 years ago
Look Delicious! Thanks for sharing!
Flair Nouri from FlairPaintings said 4 years ago
Such a great idea!! I love your cookies :)
HOLMESTIES from HolmesTies said 4 years ago
That's just what I was looking for.Perfect!
Jen Frisch from TimetheftEmpire said 4 years ago
Tried making the Eggnog Cookies with Rum Sugar Glaze. Delicious!! Didn't turn out nearly so pretty as the pictures, but may have had something to do with drinking the rum while baking. More practice needed!
Jennifer Tyson from LadyInPurpleBoutique said 4 years ago
Yum! They all look delicious. Christmas Eve is baking day in my family and I just might try the gingerbread cookies! Thanks for sharing and happy holidays!
Efrat Weisz from efratul said 4 years ago
Yummy! ;-)
Nancy Erickson from MaggiesAtticDesigns said 4 years ago
they all look delicious. i may have to round up some of the grandkids and get baking. we could leave some for santa.
TropicalGarden from TropicalGarden said 4 years ago
Looks yummy! Thanks for sharing and happy holidays!
Suzanne Rorick from SRorickArt said 4 years ago
Yum! The eggnog cookies with the rum sugar glaze look delicious!
allwood1 from AllWoodToo said 4 years ago
Love the cookies...The paint your cookie would be wonderful...Something fun for kids too!
Batul from GalantaJewels said 4 years ago
Love the color on the gingerbread cookies!
Megan Waggoner from WhimisicalWish said 4 years ago
I will really have to try these. They look really great!
Michele from MichelesAManoDesigns said 4 years ago
Oh how I love those chocolate macaroons! Not even a coconut fan, but with chocolate....mmmmmm!!!!
Renee from RandMhandmade said 4 years ago
I ready to start baking!
Kashuen Collectibles from Kashuen said 4 years ago
I would love to try making those Linzer Christmas cookies. Thanks for sharing.
elm the person from elmtheperson said 4 years ago
If you are not vegan or vegetarian... try saved bacon grease instead of veg oil in baking..... you will never burn another cookie again :)
myrtiewebb1943 said 4 years ago
I bought acookie press from Williams-Sonoma and we made lots of perfect cookies for the holidays. We did learn the hard way to use an ungreased metal cookie tray.
Katrina Dzerkale from Dominna said 4 years ago
These look like great January cookies ;)
alcantarlupe1 said 4 years ago
Goodies to try! Yum!
kiyumi zhang from LittleFairyHouse said 4 years ago
Yummy! I can't wait to take a bite of the them.
Fishcouple from fishcouple said 4 years ago
Just saw this... Ooooo, they looked so yummy! Although the Christmas holiday has passed but I'm sure I will try them sometime later... Thanks for the recipes!
Lina B from ThePartyGirlBoutique said 3 years ago
These cookies are great for the holidays but also for everyday! Why wait for the holidays when everyday can be a holiday with your favorite sweets!
Rhonda Carter from RhondaJsAttic said 276 days ago
Looks yummy and will make "sweet" gifts for anyone's Christmas festivities.