30 simple cookie recipes for the holidays

Easy Christmas shortbread cookies

Shortbread cookies are usually really simple to make and with this easy Christmas cookie recipe, you will get the flavors of the holidays in one easy bite. These cookies are easy to make (which is good in a time crunch) and also festive thanks to the addition of colorful sprinkles. We love making these, and definitely plan to add these to our next party.

Get the recipe here: Five Heart Home

Apricot kolaches

If you want to add a bit of fruit to your holiday treats, these apricot kolaches are a must. Not only do they taste great, but they are definitely not hard to make. And we love that they use apricot as their fruity filling, because it isn’t too sweet, but still gives us a lovely dessert feel.

Get the recipe here: Woman’s Day

Hot chocolate cookies

Nothing says warmth and comfort like hot chocolate, and with these cookies, you get that feeling in every bite. And yes, these include a marshmallow to complete the perfect hot chocolate taste. These cookies are chewy and gooey, with so much flavor you may not even want to share these.

Get the recipe here: Averie Cooks

Biscuit and jam cookies

Not only do these cookies look super festive, but they can easily be turned into a lovely gift for anyone this holiday season. The jam is delicious and the biscuit makes you want to make these cookies on repeat all year long. We love these and think you will too.

Get the recipe here: Country Living

Pecan crescent cookies

One of our favorite cookies for the holidays is the pecan crescent when we want our fix of nutty deliciousness. These are easy enough to make, they are packed with flavor, and they really a perfect addition to the holiday lineup. We find these cookies to be perfect for our dessert tables and we love that the powdered sugar-coating makes them seem like a snow-covered moon.

Get the recipe here: Woman’s Day