The ultimate guide to Easy Christmas Cookie Recipes! Whether you want classics like peanut butter blossoms or something with a twist, we’ve got you covered!
Who else absolutely loves getting in the kitchen and whipping up batches upon batches of delicious and festive Christmas cookies? A warm and toasty kitchen is the perfect place to be when it’s chilly outside! Christmas cookies are perfect as gifts, to bring to parties, or just to keep around the house for a sweet snack during the holidays. 🙂What is the most popular christmas cookie?
Though it varies from state to state, overall, peanut butter blossoms are the most popular Christmas cookie in the United States. What’s not to love about a soft, chewy, sugar coated peanut butter cooked stuffed with a creamy milk chocolate kiss?!
Easy Peanut Butter Blossoms
![peanut butter blossoms above](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Easy-Peanut-Butter-Blossoms-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1-opt.jpg)
What are other classic christmas cookies?
Christmas cookie baking doesn’t stop at peanut butter blossoms. Whip up anything and everything chocolate-y, mint-y, ginger-y, and oh-so-sugar-y!
Grandma's Best Sugar Cookies
![These really are Grandma's Best Sugar Cookies! They're perfectly soft, a little bit chewy, with the right amount of tang from the sour cream. Don't forget the buttercream frosting! showmetheyummy.com #sugarcookies #cookies](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Grandmas-Best-Sugar-Cookies-2-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-1.jpg)
Hot Chocolate Cookies
![hot chocolate cookies with toasted marshmallows on top](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Hot-Chocolate-Cookies-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1.jpg)
Easy Peanut Butter Cup Cookies
![peanut butter cup cookies stacked](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Easy-Peanut-Butter-Cup-Cookies-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1-opt.jpg)
Snickerdoodle Cookie Recipe
![snickerdoodle cookies stacked](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Snickerdoodles-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1-opt.jpg)
Candy Cookies
![showing the inside of candy cookies](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Candy-Cookies-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1.jpg)
Brownie Mix Cookies
![brownie mix cookies stacked](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Brownie-Mix-Cookies-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-2.jpg)
Peppermint Mocha Cookie Cups
![peppermint mocha cookie cups above](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Peppermint-Mocha-Cookie-Cups-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1-opt.jpg)
Red Velvet Cookies
![inside of a red velvet cookie with oreo buttercream on top](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Red-Velvet-Cookies-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1.jpg)
Ritz Cracker Cookies
![ritz cracker cookies stacked](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Ritz-Cracker-Cookies-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1-opt.jpg)
Cut Out Sugar Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
![Cut out sugar cookies with cream cheese frosting! These are perfectly golden on the outside yet remain fluffy in the middle! showmetheyummy.com #sugarcookies #cookies](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Cut-Out-Sugar-Cookies-Cream-Cheese-Frosting-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-4.jpg)
White Chocolate Cranberry Chip Cookies
![cranberry white chocolate chip cookies horizontal](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Cranberry-White-Chocolate-Chip-Cookies-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-3.jpg)
Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
![Chocolate crinkle cookies stacked](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Chocolate-Crinkle-Cookies-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-3.jpg)
Iced Oatmeal Cookies
![stack of four oatmeal cookies with icing](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Iced-Oatmeal-Cookies-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-2.jpg)
Almond Joy Cookies
![three almond joy cookies stacked](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Almond-Joy-Cookies-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-2.jpg)
Thin Mint Cookie Recipe
![thin mint cookies stacked](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Thin-Mint-Cookie-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1-opt.jpg)
Vegan Sugar Cookies
![four sugar cookies stacked](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Vegan-Sugar-Cookies-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-4.jpg)
Chewy Ginger Cookies
![We're making Chewy Ginger Cookies for day TWO of Christmas Cookie and Candy week. These cookies are chewy, a little crunchy, totally fluffy, perfectly spiced, and sweetened with maple syrup! showmetheyummy.com #christmascookies #gingercookies](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Chewy-Ginger-Cookies-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-4.jpg)
Cake Mix Cookies
![cake mix cookies on baking sheet above](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Cake-Mix-Cookies-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1-opt.jpg)
Oreo Balls
![oreo balls on plate](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Oreo-Balls-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1-opt.jpg)
Can you make christmas cookies ahead of time?
Yes! With all of the other obligations that come with the holidays, it’s great to plan ahead. Most cookie doughs will last up to 3 months in the freezer. Prep the dough as directed in the recipe, portion it out onto a silicone mat lined baking sheet, then freeze. Once the dough balls have frozen, transfer them to a freezer safe ziplock baggie and keep in the freezer until ready to use. When you’re ready to bake, thaw overnight in the fridge (if stated in the recipe) then bake as directed!
Can you freeze christmas cookies?
Absolutely! Most cooked and cooled cookies will keep in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. To enjoy again, remove from the container they were stored in (this avoids a soggy cookie due to condensation) and let them sit at room temperature until thawed all the way through. Serve as directed.
How long do christmas cookies last?
Most baked cookies will last in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, or in the freeze for up to 3 months.