It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Christmas baking time! There is just something so magical about baking Christmas cookies the month before Christmas. It always just gets me right in the holiday spirit. I think we can all agree that this is also the time of year when things get a little bit crazy…which is why I love to keep my freezer stocked with cookies, bars, and other baked goods. Whenever we’re off to a church function or Christmas party or have friends or family visiting, I can easily just pull a batch of sweets out of the freezer and they’re ready to go. So today, I’m bringing you a list of all the best Christmas cookies…we’ve got all the best kinds! If you’re looking for more easy Christmas treats, check out my No-Bake Christmas Treats too!
Easy decorating tips for Christmas cookies:
A few crushed candy canes go a long way!Check out your local grocery store (or my favorite – Bulk Barn!) for all of your favorite candies in shades of red, green and white. They’ll put a Christmas spin on any cookie you make!A drizzle of white or dark chocolate adds a decadent feel and also helps Christmas sprinkles to adhere, if that’s your thing 😉
Tips for freezing Christmas cookies:
Thankfully for all of us, cookies freeze amazingly well. This means we can make a big batch one day when we have time, and store them in the freezer to bring out when we need them. To freeze your cookies, let them cool completely on parchment paper or cooling racks. Once they’re cooked, stack them neatly and place in freezer safe containers or freezer bags. If you are freezing frosted cookies, be sure that the frosting has totally set before freezing. It’s also a good idea to place wax paper between the layers to ensure there’s no transfer. I like to use containers so there is less plastic waste, but freezer bags are good for when you need to grab and go — you could even make some smaller bags up for last minute gifting!
