Whether you are still learning the basics of cookie making or are all about using those pro baking tips you’ve mastered over the years, there’s no better time to bake from scratch than during the holidays.
Whether you whip up an assortment of cookies to serve alongside homemade hot chocolate on movie night or are baking a batch to pack and ship to someone special, you’ll find that cookies always spread cheer.
Here are some holiday-inspired cookie recipes to try:
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Gingerbread Man Mug Mates:
These gingerbread men are people-pleasers, you’ll love how they hang around with lots of holiday spirit.
Get the full recipe here.
Marbled Tahini Shortbread Cookies:
Shortbread is a low-key Christmas cookie winner. It doesn’t seem fancy until you take a bite and suddenly can’t stop eating it.
Get the full recipe here.
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Poinsettia Pinwheel Cookies:
Despite the intricate design, these festive pinwheels are simple to create. The cream cheese in the cookie dough adds just the right amount of liability, so you can cut, fold and shape with ease,
Get the full recipe here.
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Minty Christmas Tree Cutout Cookies:
Lined up in a row on a platter, these cute treats are sure to get your guests in the holiday spirit. The cookies are tender but hold their shape when baked (so you end up with precise Christmas trees, not Christmas blobs). And adding mint makes them extra special.
Get the full recipe here.
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Classic Sugar Cookies:
These familiar cookies have crispy edges (thanks to superfine sugar) and a slightly soft middle. The small amount of baking powder ensures that they puff just a little without spreading too much so they’re perfect for cut-outs in all your favourite holiday shapes.
Get the full recipe here.
For more amazing holiday-inspired cookies recipes, check the food network.
Published on HOLR Magazine.