Create a Festive Christmas Cookie Box with 12 Giftable Recipes

Creating a festive Christmas cookie box is one of my favorite holiday traditions. I remember when my son, Jake, and I spent an entire afternoon baking cookies to share with friends and family. These Christmas cookie boxes are perfect for gifting and spreading joy during the holiday season.

Why You’ll Love It

• They make great gifts for friends and family.
• You can customize them with your favorite recipes.
• Baking together creates lasting memories.

Pure Comfort

There’s something magical about the smell of freshly baked cookies wafting through the house. It instantly brings warmth and cheer, making it the perfect way to celebrate the holidays.

What You Need

• 1 cup 1 cup unsalted butter, softened – substitute with margarine if needed
• 1 cup 1 cup granulated sugar – brown sugar can be used for a richer flavor
• 1 cup 1 cup brown sugar, packed – light or dark brown sugar works
• 2 2 large eggs – use flax eggs for a vegan option
• 2 tsp 2 tsp vanilla extract – almond extract can be a tasty alternative
• 4 cups 4 cups all-purpose flour (480 g) – gluten-free flour can be used
• 1 tsp 1 tsp baking soda – baking powder can be a substitute
• 1/2 tsp 1/2 tsp salt – omit if using salted butter
• 2 cups 2 cups chocolate chips – use white chocolate or nuts for variety

Time to Cook

Prep: 20 minutes | Cook: 10 minutes | Total: 30 minutes | Difficulty: easy | Make-Ahead: Yes, cookies can be made ahead and frozen.

Steps to Make It

1. Start by preheating your oven to 350 °F. This will ensure your cookies bake evenly and come out perfectly golden.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. You’ll know it’s ready when it looks pale and airy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract, letting the sweet aroma fill your kitchen.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Don’t overmix; you want soft, tender cookies.
5. Fold in the chocolate chips gently, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough. The dough should be thick and slightly sticky.
6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Leave enough space between each scoop for spreading.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Keep an eye on them; you want them soft in the center.
8. Once baked, let the cookies cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. This helps them set up nicely.
9. Once cooled, package the cookies in festive boxes. Add a personal touch with ribbons or handwritten notes for that extra special gift.

Make It Perfect

• For a fun twist, try adding sprinkles or nuts to the dough.
• Make sure your butter is softened for easy mixing.
• Chill the dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies.

Mix It Up

• Try adding peppermint extract for a minty flavor.
• Substitute half of the chocolate chips with dried fruit for a chewy texture.

Perfect Partners

• Pair these cookies with a glass of milk or hot cocoa.
• Serve alongside a festive cheese platter for a sweet and savory treat.

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Conclusion

Creating a Christmas cookie box filled with these delightful treats is a wonderful way to spread holiday cheer. Whether for a cookie exchange or as a thoughtful gift, these Christmas cookie boxes are sure to bring smiles and sweet memories.

Create a Festive Christmas Cookie Box with 12 Giftable Recipes

A collection of festive Christmas cookie recipes perfect for gifting during the holidays. These delicious cookies offer customizable flavors and bring warmth and joy to your celebrations and gatherings.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

  

Main

• 1 cup unsalted butter softened, substitute with margarine if needed
• 1 cup granulated sugar brown sugar can be used for a richer flavor
• 1 cup brown sugar packed, light or dark brown sugar works
• 2 large eggs use flax eggs for a vegan option
• 2 tsp vanilla extract almond extract can be a tasty alternative
• 4 cups all-purpose flour 480 g, gluten-free flour can be used
• 1 tsp baking soda baking powder can be a substitute
• 0.5 tsp salt omit if using salted butter
• 2 cups chocolate chips use white chocolate or nuts for variety

Equipment

• Oven
• Large bowl
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Wire rack

Method

 

1. Preheat your oven to 350 °F to ensure even baking.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl, then gradually add to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Fold in the chocolate chips gently until evenly distributed.
6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them apart.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
8. Let the cookies cool on the sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Package the cooled cookies in festive boxes with ribbons or handwritten notes for gifting.