30 simple cookie recipes for the holidays

Butter cookies

My mother’s favorite holiday cookie is butter cookies. They are relatively easy to make and taste delicious. Honestly, they may not seem like the go-to cookie of the holidays, but they really are a perfect addition to the season.

Get the recipe here: Delish

Red velvet snowballs

If you are looking for fun and festive cookies, these snowballs are just that. The powdered sugar-coating gives these a snowy effect, while the red velvet is delicious and addictive. These make the perfect holiday gift or dessert addition, so whip these up and indulge with us.

Get the recipe here: Country Living

Snowball cookies

And if you are looking for the classic snowball cookies, we have you covered. These pecan-filled goodies are the perfect bite this season, and really all year long. Plus, these are actually relatively easy to make, which means you will likely make multiple batches every time you need a sweet fix.

Get the recipe here: Land O’Lakes

Thumbprint cookies

If you are looking for a truly classic Christmas cookie, then you need to make yourself thumbprint cookies. With delicious jam in the center of a shortbread style cookie, you get a perfect bite of fruity, sweetness that really is perfect for the holidays. Again, these are a simple treat that won’t take forever to make, but will leave you completely satisfied.

Get the recipe here: Allrecipes

Italian rainbow cookies

If there was one cookie that we always had around the holidays, it would have to be the Italian rainbow cookies. These are a special treat any time of the year, but they seem to be even more important at the holidays. Not only are they colorful, but they are also delicious, and for us, they are a reminder of family.

Get the recipe here: Taste of Home