1Chocolate Sugar Cookies 
David Malosh
This easy chocolate sugar cookie dough gets transformed into a winter wonderland of treats thanks to snowflake-shaped cookie cutters, white icing, and a dusting of sanding sugar. You’ll want to make them all season long.
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2Fruitcake Cookies
C.W. Newell
Even fruitcake skeptics will love this variation on the classic Christmas dessert. Each cookie is chockfull of candied fruit and nuts.
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3Red Velvet Thumbprint Cookies
David Malosh
These beautiful red velvet treats will add a pop of color to any Christmas cookie plate. They even have a cream cheese frosting filling for that classic flavor pairing.
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4Gingersnaps
C.W. Newell
Warm, spiced gingersnaps will fill your home with the smell of Christmastime. But what’s even better is the chewy texture, the slightly crispy edges, and the delicious taste.
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5Cut-Out Sugar Cookies
C.W. Newell
These adorable sugar cookies are practically fool-proof. The cookie itself is melt-in-your-mouth tasty and the royal icing is easy to whip up for decorating. Grab your cowboy boot cookie cutters and everyone will say, “yee-haw!”
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6Cranberry Orange Oatmeal Cookies
David Malosh
These cookies are both wholesome and comforting at the same time. Plus, they have a pop of sweet tartness from the dried cranberries and fresh grated orange zest.
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7Peppermint Sugar Cookie Bars
David Malosh
Bar cookies are an easy way to serve up holiday treats to a crowd. And when they’re finished with peppermint frosting and crushed peppermint candies, they become a festive dessert.
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8Butterscotch Pudding Cookies
C.W. Newell
Is there anything you can’t make with a box of instant butterscotch pudding mix? It even give these comforting cookies a sweet caramel-like flavor.
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9Gingerbread Truffles
David Malosh
Made with store-bought ginger snap cookies and a package cream cheese, these pretty treats are easier to make than you might think. Just dip them in melted white chocolate and go crazy with the holiday sprinkles.
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10Brown Butter Sugar Cookies
C.W. Newell
What’s the secret to delicious cookies? Brown butter. Here, the browned butter gives the cookie a depth of caramelized flavor.
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11Brandy Snaps
Antonis Achilleos
Whip up a dozen of these gorgeously crisp cookies in just 20 minutes! Each one is filled with a whipped filling just like a cannoli, but it’s so easy to make.
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12Cornflake Wreaths
Will Dickey
The marshmallowy cereal mixture used in these Christmas cookies is, well, sticky! It’s a perfect afternoon activity for you and the kids.
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13Holiday Haystacks
Will Dickey
Remember noshing on haystacks as a kid? These chocolatey treats are enough to spur on a rush of nostalgia in anyone. And just like the ones from childhood memory, these are made with chow mein noodles.
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14Pumpkin Whoopie Pies
David Malosh
Pumpkin season isn’t over yet! This sandwich cookie is made with real pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spices, then filled with a marshmallow creme frosting for even more sweetness.
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15Snickerdoodles
C.W. Newell
Classic, chewy snickerdoodle cookies are always a hit no matter what time of year it is. But during the Christmas season, the warm cinnamon flavor is a particularly welcome addition.
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16Chocolate Toffee Cookie Bars
Will Dickey
If you like M&M cookies, just wait until you try this sweet holiday treat! The chewy brown sugar cookie bars are packed with toffee pieces, chocolate chips, and red and green M&M’s.
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17Eggnog Cut-Out Cookies
Will Dickey
These cookies might be made with real eggnog, but there’s no alcohol so they’re kid-friendly, too. In fact, you can get your little ones to help with the easy swirled decorating technique.
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18Gingerbread Cookie Sandwiches
Will Dickey
Gingerbread cookies get a flavorful upgrade thanks to the orange buttercream and jellied cranberry filling. You can get creative with the different shapes by using cookie cutters with hearts, stars, or gingerbread men.
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19Chocolate Chip Cookies
Will Dickey
It’s a guaranteed crowdpleaser at every potluck. Ree’s version yields crisp edges, soft centers, and two different types of chocolate in every bite.
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20Mint Fortune Cookies
Will Dickey
Looking forward to the New Year this holiday season? Kick things off with a fortune cookie that has a festive spin. Not only are they green in color but they’re made with peppermint extract for that minty flavor.
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