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For cookie exchanges, Christmas parties, school functions and just to eat, these go-to Christmas cookies are simple and festive. Ring in the holiday season by filling your home with the delicious scent of fresh-baked cookies\u2014and filling tummies with their delicious taste! Let us know what cookie is your favorite on Twitter<\/a> or Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\n

White Chocolate Snowballs<\/a> from Real Simple<\/strong><\/p>\n

Make this fun sandwich cookie for Christmas, or throughout the winter season. With shredded coconut on top, these cookies become puffy snowballs in no time.<\/p>\n

Stenciled Gingerbread Cookies<\/a> from Martha Stewart<\/strong><\/p>\n

Kick your Christmas baking up a notch and impress your guests with this fancy spin on a comforting classic.<\/p>\n

Chocolate Mint Truffle Cookies<\/a> from Taste of Home<\/strong><\/p>\n

For a decadent dessert, serve these rich truffles with coffee or eggnog. Roll them in red and green sprinkles, or dip them in white chocolate for a fit-for-Christmas treat!<\/p>\n

Cran-Pistachio Cookies<\/a> from The Girl Who Ate Everything<\/strong><\/p>\n

Instant pudding makes this is an easy Christmas dessert recipe. With their light green color and the dots of red from the cranberries, these pistachio flavored cookies look elegant and delicious.<\/p>\n

White Chocolate Peppermint Drops<\/a> from Food Network<\/strong><\/p>\n

A crisp cookie topped with white chocolate and crushed peppermint sticks\u2014Yum!<\/p>\n

We’re always updating our seasonal recipes<\/a> on Pinterest<\/a>. Keep reading our blog for recipes<\/a> and other homeowner resources<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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For cookie exchanges, Christmas parties, school functions and just to eat, these go-to Christmas cookies are simple and festive. Ring in the holiday season by filling your home with the delicious scent of fresh-baked cookies\u2014and filling tummies with their delicious taste! Let us know what cookie is your favorite on Twitter or Facebook. 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