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15 Simple Christmas Cookies & Treats (Festive Without the Fuss!)

December 10, 2018 By Lisa Mullen Leave a Comment

I’ve been learning a lot lately about how to resist the pressure to do all the things at Christmas and the urge to compare my efforts to everything I see on Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest. (Oh, Pinterest!) But there’s one activity I absolutely will not cut out of my list of holiday to-dos — making Christmas cookies and treats.

Related Post: Why You Should Bake Christmas Cookies With Your Kids (And How to Stay Sane While Doing It!)

Baking up something yummy and festive is one of my Christmastime priorities — mostly because I love creating in the kitchen and because of the wonderfully fond memories I have of making Christmas cookies every year with my own mom.

If it’s not at all a priority for you, that’s cool! It certainly doesn’t have to be.

But if making Christmas cookies and treats is something that puts you in the holiday spirit, then this is the post for you!

Related Post: 25 Family Activities to Make the Season Bright

Today, I’m sharing 15 wonderfully simple (because I am so not in the season of complicated) recipes for Christmas cookies and Christmas treats that are sure to bring a little extra cheer to your house — and joy to your bellies!

(Don’t want all that sugary temptation in your house? They’re also perfect for cookie walks and exchanges, family gatherings, and sharing with neighbors and friends!)

15 Simple Christmas Cookies & Treats (Festive Without the Fuss!)

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15 Simple, Festive Christmas Cookies & Treats


 

Christmas Cookies

Chocolate Crinkles

Christmas Crinkles

Sugar Cookies — I used the recipe from my Betty Crocker Christmas Cookbook

Cinnamon Chip Snickerdoodles

Cinnamon Chip Cookies

Gingerbread Cookies

Peanut Butter Blossoms

Peanut Butter Blossoms

 

Double Chocolate Thumbprints

Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

Snowball Cookies — I use the recipe from my Betty Crocker Christmas Cookbook


***(Need some tips for baking with kids without losing your mind? Here are my top 5!)***

Christmas Treats:

Puppy Chow (Muddy Buddies)

Chocolate spoons (for hot chocolate)

Chai-Spiced Bread — I used the recipe from my Betty Crocker Christmas Cookbook

Chai Spiced Bread

Chocolate Marshmallow Dip — recipe from my Betty Crocker Christmas Cookbook

Gingerbread Muffins

Hot Chocolate

Pretzel Rolo Turtles — I’m not sure this one even needs a recipe, but here are the quick instructions:

  1. Place pretzel rings (twists work, too) on a cookie sheet and put a Rolo in the middle.
  2. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 3-5 minutes, until the chocolate just begins to melt.
  3. Remove from oven and immediately press a pecan into the chocolate. 

Pretzel Rolo Turtles



Those are just a few of the delicious Christmas treats we’ve enjoyed making (and eating!) over the years. 

Now it’s your turn — what are some of your family’s favorite holiday goodies? Share in the comments below!

Recommended Reading:

  • Why You Should Bake Christmas Cookies With Your Kids (And How to Stay Sane While Doing It!)
  • 10 Mouthwatering Make-Ahead Breakfasts for Christmas Morning
  • The Top 5 Things on My Christmas To-Do List
  • Keeping the Wonder in the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Today, I’m sharing 15 wonderfully simple (because I am so not in the season of complicated) recipes for Christmas cookies and Christmas treats that are sure to bring a little extra cheer to your house -- and joy to your bellies!

 

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