Traditions

Baking Christmas cookies

Classic Cookies to Make and Share

  • Gingerbread Men: These spiced cookies are a holiday classic. Decorated with royal icing and perhaps a few colorful sprinkles, they’re a fun activity for kids and adults alike.
  • Sugar Cookies: These soft, buttery treats are perfect for cutting into festive shapes—think stars, reindeer, and trees—and decorating with bright, edible glitter and frosting.
  • Snickerdoodles: With their hint of cinnamon and sugar, snickerdoodles are a warm and cozy option, perfect for any holiday gathering.
  • Pepparkakor: A Swedish favorite, these thin and crispy ginger cookies are both delicious and decorative, often hung on Christmas trees or given as thoughtful gifts.
  • Chocolate Crinkle Cookies: Fudgy and rich, these cookies crackle into a snowy pattern as they bake, adding a touch of holiday magic to your dessert table.