12 Easy Festive Christmas Cookie Recipes

Last Updated: Aug, 26, 2025 by Mimi Council | This post may contain affiliate links.

Christmas cookie season is all about spreading love in the form of butter, sugar, and flour. And I know that with the holidays upon us, you may be looking for easy festive Christmas cookie recipes to bake for family and friends, with easy being the keyword!

While I love baking Christmas cookies, I don’t love spending so much time decorating them because they’re just going to get eaten! However, I still want my holiday cookies to be festive. So today I’m sharing 12 of my favorite easy festive Christmas cookie recipes that are also easy to bake!

These easy festive Christmas cookie recipes are ones you can bake with family and friends. The easy festive Christmas cookies on this list would make amazing additions to DIY Holiday Cookie Boxes or for any holiday party!

Cinnamon Pecan Kourambiethes (Greek Butter Cookies) on a cooling rack on a white marble countertop.
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Tips for Baking Christmas Cookies

  • The best way to soften butter is naturally on the counter. This may mean letting it sit out overnight during the colder months.
  • Plan to make cookies the day of your holiday party if they are soft and chewy, this ensures they don't dry out.
  • If you need to make cookies ahead of time, be sure to store them properly so they are fresh. Be sure to read storing instructions (ex: store soft and chewy cookies in an airtight container).

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Easy Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies

Soft and chewy, these Easy Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone at your holiday party!
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plate of holiday sugar cookies with icing and bowls of sprinkles on a white marble counter.

Holiday Sugar Cookies with Icing

Tender, buttery, and cakey sugar cookies with a hint of cinnamon. These Holiday Sugar Cookies with Icing are a classic sugar cookie with a little holiday cheer!
Holiday Sugar Cookies with Icing
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plate of eggless spritz cookies on a marble counter with fresh flowers.

Eggless Spritz Cookies

Spritz cookies are classic holiday cookies, and with this recipe you don't even need eggs! Enjoy these buttery cookies with a hot chocolate for a nostalgic holiday treat.
Eggless Spritz Cookies
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eggless chocolate chip cookies on a plate with a glass of milk on a white marble counter.

Eggless Chocolate Chip Cookies

It wouldn't be Christmas without classic chocolate chip cookies for Santa! My Eggless Chocolate Chip Cookies are one of my all time favorite cookies, even as someone who eats eggs!
Eggless Chocolate Chip Cookies
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cookie tin of gluten free chocolate peppermint shortbread cookies on a marble counter with red holiday ribbon and holly.

Gluten Free Chocolate Peppermint Shortbread Cookies

Buttery, crisp shortbread cookies made with almond flour. These naturally Gluten Free Peppermint Shortbread Cookies are a holiday treat that will impress even those that eat wheat!
Gluten Free Chocolate Peppermint Shortbread Cookies
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stack of eggless pumpkin gingerbread cookies on a marble counter with a glass of milk.

Eggless Pumpkin Gingerbread Cookies

This holiday cookie recipes uses up leftover pumpkin to create a soft and chewy gingerbread cookie that's iced to perfection!
Eggless Pumpkin Gingerbread Cookies
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ruffle plate of cinnamon pecan greek butter cookies on a blue tile table with fresh flowers.

Cinnamon Pecan Kourambiethes (Greek Butter Cookies)

These traditional Greek cookies are buttery and melt in your mouth! Similar to snowballs, but even better, you will love this holiday cookie!
Cinnamon Pecan Kourambiethes (Greek Butter Cookies)
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plate of mexican hot chocolate crinkle cookies.

Mexican Hot Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

Slightly spicy, rich chocolate flavor and that perfect crinkle. These cookies are a beautiful combination of nostalgia and holiday cheer.
Mexican Hot Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
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maple caramel dark chocolate gingerbread cookie bars on a white platter on a marble counter.

Maple Caramel Dark Chocolate Gingerbread Cookie Bars

Sugar, spice, and everything nice (including how quick and easy these are!). You will love this take on the classic gingerbread cookies with the addition of maple caramel dark chocolate.
Maple Caramel Dark Chocolate Gingerbread Cookie Bars
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Candy Cane Crunch Dark Chocolate Cookies

These Candy Cane Crunch Dark Chocolate Cookies combine a soft and chewy cream cheese cookie with candy crunch dark chocolate for the perfect holiday chocolate chip cookie!
Candy Cane Crunch Dark Chocolate Cookies
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The Best Gluten Free Frosted Gingerbread Cookies

These are absolutely the best Gluten Free Frosted Gingerbread Cookies you can make this holiday season! Soft, chewy, and perfectly spiced, these cookies will impress even your friends who eat gluten!
The Best Gluten Free Frosted Gingerbread Cookies
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chocolate peppermint crunch cookies on a white plate with candy canes and festive greens around.

Chocolate Peppermint Crunch Cookies

Cool and refreshing peppermint combined with decadent dark chocolate and crunchy quinoa. These holiday cookies are sure to impress everyone at your Christmas party!
Chocolate Peppermint Crunch Cookies

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