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14 Festive Red and Green Christmas Cookies

These easy and delicious cookie recipes are perfect for any holiday occasion!

By Rachel Park
Is there anything more Christmas than adorable gingerbread men? Bonus: the spices in these cookies will fill your home with a warm and delicious aroma.

 Get the recipe from The Comfort of Cooking.
The Comfort of Cooking

Whether you're headed to a family Christmas party, a cookie swap, or even just looking for a simple homemade gift, any of these delicious and easy red and green cookie recipes are sure to be hit.

Want to make more festive holiday treats? Try making these Christmas wreath desserts or these fun Christmas tree treats!Plus, get more delicious and easy Christmas cookie recipes!

1

Spiced Gingerbread Man Cookies

Is there anything more Christmas than adorable gingerbread men? Bonus: the spices in these cookies will fill your home with a warm and delicious aroma.

 Get the recipe from The Comfort of Cooking.
The Comfort of Cooking

Is there anything more Christmasy than adorable gingerbread men? Bonus: the spices in these cookies will fill your home with a warm and delicious aroma.

Get the recipe from The Comfort of Cooking.

2

Cranberry-Orange Spice Cookies

<p>Seasonal flavors of cranberry, orange and ginger upgrade a basic cookie dough. Be sure to make an extra batch to share with friends!</p> <p><strong>Get the recipe from <a href="http://www.cookingonthefrontburners.com/2013/12/cranberry-orange-spice-cookies-and.html" target="_blank">Cooking on the Front Burner</a>.</strong></p>
Cooking on the Front Burner

Seasonal flavors of cranberry, orange, and ginger upgrade a basic cookie dough. Be sure to make an extra batch to share with friends!

Get the recipe from Cooking on the Front Burner.

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3

Red Velvet Sugar Cookies

<p>A basic sugar cookie recipe is elevated with cocoa powder, red food coloring and festive sprinkles to create the perfect holiday treat.</p> <p><strong>Get the recipe from <a href="http://www.cookingclassy.com/2013/12/red-velvet-sugar-cookies/" target="_blank">Cooking Classy</a>.</strong></p>
Cooking Classy

A basic sugar cookie recipe is elevated with cocoa powder, red food coloring, and festive sprinkles to create the perfect holiday treat.

Get the recipe from Cooking Classy.

Related: More Cookie Recipes to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth

4

Holiday Sugar Cookie Brittle

<p>The perfect cookies for those who like a little crunch in their holiday sweets.</p> <p><strong>Get the recipe from <a href="http://www.lemontreedwelling.com/2013/12/holiday-sugar-cookie-brittle.html" target="_blank">Lemon Tree Dwelling</a>.</strong></p>
Lemon Tree Dwelling

The perfect cookies for those who like a little crunch in their holiday sweets.

Get the recipe from Lemon Tree Dwelling.

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5

Grinch Cookies

<p>This cookie representation of the classic Christmas story is a fun and delicious way to spread some holiday cheer.</p> <p><strong>Get the recipe from <a href="http://www.inkatrinaskitchen.com/2013/12/grinch-cookies.html" target="_blank">In Katrina's Kitchen</a>.</strong></p>
In Katrina's Kitchen

This cookie representation of the classic Christmas story is a fun and delicious way to spread some holiday cheer.

Get the recipe from In Katrina's Kitchen.

6

M&M Shortbread Cookies

<p>These M&M stuffed shortbread cookies can be topped with any festive toppings you desire!</p> <p><strong>Get the recipe from <a href="http://www.somethingswanky.com/mm-shortbread-cookies/" target="_blank">Something Swanky</a>.</strong></p>
Something Swanky

These M&M stuffed shortbread cookies can be topped with any festive toppings you desire!

Get the recipe from Something Swanky.

Related: 70+ Holiday Cookie Recipes

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7

Italian Anise Cookies

<p>These traditional Christmas cookies are light and pillowy soft. You can substitute the anise extract for any other extract flavor for more variety!</p> <p><strong>Get the recipe from <a href="http://www.lovebakesgoodcakes.com/2013/12/italian-anise-cookies-holiday-cookie.html" target="_blank">Love Bakes Good Cakes</a>.</strong></p>
Love Bakes Good Cakes

These traditional Christmas cookies are light and pillowy soft. You can substitute the anise extract for any other extract flavor for more variety!

Get the recipe from Love Bakes Good Cakes.

8

Buttermint Drop Cookies

<p>These buttery cookies have a refreshing peppermint kick to them. Stack a few into a mason jar to create a great holiday gift!</p> <p><strong>Get the recipe from <a href="http://www.thecookingphotographer.com/2010/12/buttermint-drop-cookies.html" target="_blank">The Cooking Photographer</a>.</strong></p>
The Cooking Photographer

These buttery cookies have a refreshing peppermint kick to them. Stack a few into a mason jar to create a great holiday gift!

Get the recipe from The Cooking Photographer.

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9

Red Velvet Cookies with Green Mint Chips

<p>To create a super easy holiday cookie, just add green mint chips to a red velvet cookie!</p> <p><strong>Get the recipe from <a href="http://www.eatcakefordinner.net/2012/12/red-velvet-cookies-with-green-mint-chips.html" target="_blank">Eat Cake for Dinner</a>.</strong></p>
Eat Cake for Dinner

To create a super easy holiday cookie, just add green mint chips to a red velvet cookie!

Get the recipe from Eat Cake for Dinner.

10

Christmas Magic Cookie Bars

<p>You can use any colorful toppings and sprinkles you have to create this easy and decadent cookie bar.</p> <p><strong>Get the recipe from <a href="http://www.lovefromtheoven.com/2012/12/07/seven-layer-magic-cookie-bar-week-day-7-christmas-magic-cookie-bars-ill-bring-the-cookies/" target="_blank">Love From the Oven</a>.</strong></p>
Love From the Oven

You can use any colorful toppings and sprinkles you have to create this easy and decadent cookie bar.

Get the recipe from Love From the Oven.

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11

White Chocolate Ting-A-Lings

<p>White chocolate creates an easy and yummy base for these salty-sweet haystacks to display fun Christmas colored sprinkles.</p> <p><strong>Get the recipe from <a href="http://www.lemontreedwelling.com/2013/12/white-chocolate-ting-a-lings.html" target="_blank">Lemon Tree Dwelling</a>.</strong></p>
Lemon Tree Dwelling

White chocolate creates an easy and yummy base for these salty-sweet haystacks to display fun Christmas colored sprinkles.

Get the recipe from Lemon Tree Dwelling.

12

Minty Meringue Cookies

<p>These airy, peppermint-flavored meringue cookies would be a great cookie for a hot cocoa night.</p> <p><strong>Get the recipe from <a href="http://www.shugarysweets.com/2011/12/minty-meringue-cookies" target="_blank">Shugary Sweets</a>.</strong></p>
Shugary Sweets

These airy, peppermint-flavored meringue cookies would be a great cookie for a hot cocoa night.

Get the recipe from Shugary Sweets.

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13

Christmas Cookie Dough Truffles

<p>These cookie dough truffles can be made in advance and frozen for months!</p> <p><strong>Get the recipe from <a href="http://www.bakedperfection.com/2011/12/christmas-cookie-dough-truffles.html" target="_blank">Baked Perfection</a>.</strong></p>
Baked Perfection

These cookie dough truffles can be made in advance and frozen for months!

Get the recipe from Baked Perfection.

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Cran-Pistachio Cookies

<p>The subtle green and red color scheme in this cookie comes from pistachio instant pudding and flavorful dried cranberries.</p> <p><strong>Get the recipe from <a href="http://www.the-girl-who-ate-everything.com/2010/12/day-1-of-12-days-of-christmas-cookies.html" target="_blank">The Girl Who Ate Everything</a>.</strong></p>
The Girl Who Ate Everything

The subtle green and red color scheme in this cookie comes from pistachio instant pudding and flavorful dried cranberries.

Get the recipe from The Girl Who Ate Everything.

Related: More Heavenly Holiday Desserts

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