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    Home » Dessert

    31 Easy Christmas Cookies with Few Ingredients

    Published: Nov 17, 2023 · Modified: Dec 9, 2023 by Sula · This post may contain affiliate links · 12 Comments

    Pin for 31 easy Christmas cookies with less than 10 ingredients.
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    The holiday season is a time of joy, merriment, and delicious Christmas cookies that fill the air with the sweet aroma of baked treats.

    Whether you're hosting a Christmas party, participating in a cookie exchange, or simply craving a delightful homemade treat, easy Christmas cookies made with just a few ingredients are the perfect way to infuse your holiday celebrations with the festive spirit.

    These recipes allow you to bake cookies that capture the essence of the Christmas season without the fuss and stress of complex preparations.

    Collage image of easy christmas cookies made with few ingredients.
    Easy Christmas Cookies that need few ingredients - less than 10
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    • Christmas Cookie Baking Tips
    • 3 Ingredient to 5 Ingredient Christmas Cookies
    • Christmas Cookies with 6 to 9 Ingredients

    Christmas Cookie Baking Tips

    Organization and simple tricks to reduce messiness in the kitchen can make baking Christmas cookies a snap.

    One approach is to separate cookie making into two separate activities. Prepare the dough and bake the cookies on different days.

    You can wrap the dough in freezer paper, store it in an airtight freezer bag, and defrost it when you are getting ready to do the actual baking. Identify the dough flavor and include the baking directions on the freezer paper 's exterior.

    People who want to make an assortment of freshly baked cookies will be thrilled to avoid mixing multiple types of cookie dough in one day.

    Holly graphic.

    Baking

    When baking, line your cookie sheets with parchment paper. For no-bake cookies, you can use wax paper instead.

    Lining your cookie sheets serves two purposes; the cookie sheets will stay clean, and remnants of the baked cookies can conveniently be discarded before using the sheet for the next type of cookie.

    Balls of dough spaced apart on baking sheet.

    Decorating

    When making cookies that need frosting or decorations, wait until the cookies are completely cool. Icing can become runny when it is put on hot cookies. Place the cooled cookies on wax paper to reduce cleanup if the icing drips.

    Also, try to avoid decorating cookies while baking. It is easy to become time crunched or distracted. This can lead to mistakes in decorating or, even worse, burnt cookies. Ick!

    Swirling a thick layer of frosting on the molasses cookies.

    Vary the Shapes for a Pleasing Presentation

    Choose bar cookies if it is necessary to make a lot of holiday cookies quickly. One large pan can yield more bar cookies than several pans of drop cookies, and the holiday treats will be less time-consuming to make.

    Plus, brownies and other bar cookies help make a plate of cookies interesting because they are a different shape and texture than traditional cookies. Squares of fudge, anyone?

    graphic picture of holiday holly.

    Try these tips and some of the following recipes for easy Christmas cookies (all need less than 10 ingredients) to make your cookie preparation a breeze.

    3 Ingredient to 5 Ingredient Christmas Cookies

    Some of the most delicious holiday treats can be made with 5 ingredients or less. There is something for everyone in this group!

    Funfetti cake mix cookies with Christmas sprinkles.
    Funfetti Cake Mix Cookies with Christmas Sprinkles
    Funfetti Cake Mix Cookies
    Satisfy your sweet cravings with these Funfetti Cake Mix Cookies. Soft, chewy, and a sprinkle of happiness in every bite!
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    small plate of Funfetti cake mix cookies.
    Gluten-Free Crispy Salted Coconut Cookies
    Only 4 ingredients! An easy recipe, great for holiday baking. Crisp coconut cookies, soft and chewy with a hint of flaky salt
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    Gluten-Free Crispy Salted Coconut Cookies
    The Best Pistachio Balls (with dates)
    3 ingredients (pistachios, oats, and dates) to make the best pistachio balls! Each energy bites has 2 grams of protein.
    Check out this recipe
    The Best Pistachio Balls (with dates)
    close up of a snowman oreo ball.
    Snowman Oreo Balls (Oreo Truffles)
    Snowman Oreo Balls
    It's hard to believe you can make something this cute with only 5 ingredients, and no baking! Adorable and delicious!
    Check out this recipe
    close up of a snowman oreo ball.
    Cornflake Marshmallow Cookie Wreaths
    Another easy no-bake treat! Similar to Rice Krispie treats, only made with cornflakes in a yummy marshmallow base. Tint it green and shape like a wreath!
    Check out this recipe
    Cornflake marshmallow cookie wreath on a white plate
    Reindeer Cake Pops
    These Christmas Reindeer Cake Pops are easy to make, fun to create with kids, and will be a hit at any Christmas or holiday celebration.
    Check out this recipe
    Reindeer Cake Pops
    Peppermint Cake Pops
    Peppermint Cake Pops are an easy yet elegant Christmas dessert anyone can make for their holiday celebrations using a boxed cake mix!
    Check out this recipe
    Peppermint Cake Pops
    Small plate stacked with red velvet cake mix cookies.
    Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies
    Discover the magic of Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies – a sweet twist on a classic! Quick, easy, and utterly delicious. 🍪🍰
    Check out this recipe
    Small plate stacked with red velvet cake mix cookies.
    Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies
    These Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies are an easy and sweet treat with no baking required!
    Check out this recipe
    Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies
    Rolo Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookie Cups
    Technically, these only take 2 ingredients: refrigerated cookie dough and Rolo candy. But for the holidays, add a few Christmas sprinkles to make them even more festive!
    Check out this recipe
    A small white plate stacked with Rolo stuffed chocolate chip cookie cups.
    Moscato Truffles
    These easy truffles include a touch of Moscato for a different taste. Roll in red and green, or silver and gold, for some festive sparkle!
    Check out this recipe
    moscato truffles

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    Chocolate covered Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Balls.
    Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Balls
    Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Balls
    Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Balls are the perfect blend of sweet and crunch – a delightful, no-bake treat!
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    Chocolate covered Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Balls.
    Sugar Cookie Blossoms
    These easy cookies will be one of the most popular on your holiday tray!
    Check out this recipe
    red and green sugar cookie blossoms
    Peanut Butter Cup Brownie Bites
    An irresistible combination of brownie with mini peanut butter cups. Delightfully bite-sized and delicious in every bite!
    Check out this recipe
    close up of peanut butter cup brownie bites
    pile of nutella fudge on a small red plate
    Nutella Fudge
    Nutella Fudge
    No cookie assortment is complete without some delicious fudge on the plate. This easy fudge only needs 3 ingredients and a couple minutes of microwave and stirring time!
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    pile of nutella fudge on a small red plate
    3 Ingredients Almond Cookies (Gluten-Free + Dairy-Free)
    These super light and moist, Dairy-Free and Gluten-Free 3 Ingredients Almond Cookies are so quick and easy to make, and taste delicious!
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    3 Ingredients Almond Cookies (Gluten-Free + Dairy-Free)
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    Christmas Cookies with 6 to 9 Ingredients

    chocolate peppermint kiss cookies cooling on a rack
    Chocolate Peppermint KIss Cookies
    Chocolate Peppermint Kiss Cookies
    A delicious brownie based cookie with a kiss of peppermint - perfect for your holiday cookie assortment!
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    chocolate peppermint kiss cookies cooling on a rack
    Mexican Pink Cookies Polvorones Rosas
    These Mexican Pink Cookies are delicious shortbread cookies made quickly with only 6 pantry staples. Perfect for Valentine’s Day or anytime.
    Check out this recipe
    Krumkake Recipe (Norwegian Cookies)
    These delicate Norwegian cookies will be the star of your Christmas cookie tray!
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    plate of krumkaker dipped in chocolate and dusted with powdered sugar.
    Biscoff fudge on a serving tray ready to eat
    Biscoff Fudge
    Biscoff Fudge
    Only 6 ingredients needed to make this delicious fudge. The unique combination of flavors in Biscoff cookie butter are perfectly delivered in each square of this fudge!
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    Biscoff fudge on a serving tray ready to eat
    Honey Cookies
    These Honey Cookies are barely crisp, chewy, and sweet! Drizzled with a honey vanilla bean glaze, these are simple perfection!
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    Honey Cookies
    Poinsettia Cookies
    These little pinwheel cookies are decorated with a thick layer of colored sanding sugar to add sweetness and to assist in the resemblance to everyone's favorite holiday flower: the poinsettia.
    Check out this recipe
    poinsettia cookies on a plate
    Chocolate topped French Christmas cookies on a wire rack.
    French Christmas Cookies
    French Cookies with Chocolate
    Get festive with French Christmas Cookies - a butter-y and chocolate-y delight for your holiday table!
    Check out this recipe
    Chocolate topped French Christmas cookies on a wire rack.
    Lemon Coconut Snowball Cookies
    Lemon coconut snowball cookies are tender, buttery shortbread cookies filled with coconut and lemon zest. Perfect for holiday cookie trays!
    Check out this recipe
    Lemon Coconut Snowball Cookies
    Brownie Mix Cookie Recipe
    Craving a sweet escape? Try these Brownie Mix Crinkle Cookies - the perfect blend of brownies and cookies!
    Check out this recipe
    Brownie mix crinkle cookies cooling on a wire rack.
    red plate with a stack of chocolate peanut butter oatmeal bars
    Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
    Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
    This easy and delicious no-bake bar will be one you turn to again and again!
    Check out this recipe
    red plate with a stack of chocolate peanut butter oatmeal bars
    Soft Sugar Cookies
    Soft sugar cookies are thick, tender cookies rolled in sugar to add a crunchy crust. A classic cookie to add to your holiday dessert tray.
    Check out this recipe
    Soft Sugar Cookies
    Chocolate Malted Milk Ball Cookies with Brownie Mix
    You'll want to try these chocolate malted milk ball cookies – a brownie mix twist, a Whoppers surprise. Easy, delicious, and irresistible!
    Check out this recipe
    A small pile of chocolate malted milk ball cookies on a cutting board.
    3 decorated cut out sugar cookies on a red plate, made from no chill dough.
    Cut Out Sugar Cookies (No Chill)
    Homemade cut out sugar cookies without the chilling step usually needed. You'll love baking and decorating these cookies!
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    3 decorated cut out sugar cookies on a red plate, made from no chill dough.
    Coconut Date Balls
    Made entirely on the stovetop, with dates and coconut. Rice Krispie cereal gives each bite a lovely delicate crunch. A vintage cookie that should not be forgotten!
    Check out this recipe
    a stack of coconut date balls on a small red plate
    Pepernoten
    Pepernoten are cookies made with speculaas spices and brown sugar. This authentic pepernoten recipe is easy to make and perfect to bake with children.
    Check out this recipe
    Pepernoten
    Collage of easy Christmas cookies made with few ingredients.

    These simple cookies, requiring fewer ingredients, are a great addition to your holiday celebrations. The best part is that you don't have to be an experienced baker to create delicious Christmas cookies that everyone will love.

    So, go ahead and indulge your sweet tooth while sharing the joy of the season with homemade cookies. Remember to store them in an airtight container to keep the flavors fresh.

    Whether you're hosting a holiday party or participating in a cookie exchange, easy Christmas cookie recipes are the perfect way to spread merry Christmas cheer and create lasting memories with your loved ones.

    Happy Holidays! ❄️☃️🎄

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    1. Grace

      November 27, 2023 at 8:11 pm

      My daughter is incharge of organising the recipes for the cookie stall at school this year. As the kids are all making them in the cooking classrooms after school, they want simple recipes.
      I found this article and she has been through all the recipes and picked 10 that they can make.
      Everyone is so pleased with her effort!
      Cannot wait to see the outcomes. I love seeing the kids get excited about christmas cookies and cooking 🙂

      Reply
      • Sula

        November 28, 2023 at 12:19 pm

        What a fun activity for the kids! Its a great way to create lasting memories!

        Reply
    2. Katia

      November 24, 2023 at 10:45 am

      What a wonderful collection of easy Christmas cookie!! As someone who often gets busy during the holidays, these simplified recipes are just what I need. I've already tried two from this list - The Best Pistachio Balls and the Peppermint Cake Pops! I can't wait to try some of the other recipes on this list in the coming weeks as I start baking for parties and gift exchanges.

      Reply
      • Sula

        November 26, 2023 at 6:43 am

        Fantastic - enjoy your holiday baking!

        Reply
    3. Lily

      November 22, 2023 at 7:44 pm

      Such a fun collection of holiday cookies. I made the coconut date balls today and they are delicious! I can't wait to try a few more of these.

      Reply
      • Sula

        November 26, 2023 at 6:57 am

        Those date balls are such a wonderful old fashioned cookie. I love all the sweetness from the dates - yummy!

        Reply
    4. Sofia

      November 22, 2023 at 10:06 am

      I made the reindeer cake pops with my nieces, and we had just a blast! I love that there are just a few ingredients in them and they look so festive.

      Reply
      • Sula

        November 26, 2023 at 6:56 am

        The cake pops are so fun!

        Reply
    5. Sherry Ronning

      November 21, 2023 at 12:39 pm

      So many great easy Christmas cookies recipes! I bookmarked your page so that I can come back to it again and again. Your chocolate malted milk balls cookies with brownie mixed is the best!!!!

      Reply
      • Sula

        November 26, 2023 at 6:54 am

        It's a handy list to help give you some new ideas!

        Reply
    6. Emily

      November 17, 2023 at 10:21 am

      I love this collection of easy cookies! I will be saving this for later to get myself ready for cookie time. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Sula

        November 18, 2023 at 9:10 am

        Excellent, I hope you find a new recipe to love!

        Reply

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