Seasonal & Holidays

The Cutest Christmas Cookies You'll Find on Pinterest

Forget circle cutters! Check out these adorable Christmas cookies shaped like mittens, polar bears, penguins and more.

You can't go wrong with red and green sprinkles, but consider stepping up your game this year with any one of these adorable ideas that take Christmas cookies to the next level!


Knitted Mitten Cookies

Fashionistas will appreciate these super cute mittens iced to look like your favorite hand-knit accessory.

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Simple Penguin Cookies

Baking beginners may not want to tackle these too-cute penguin cookies, but anyone who does will be a hit at any holiday party.

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Santa’s Elves

Almost cuter than the big man himself, Santa’s little helpers are sure to but a smile on your face.

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Thumbprint Snowman Cookies

If you’re piping skills aren’t anything to brag about, these cute snowman thumbprints are your new holiday cookie classic!

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Melty Snowmen Cookies

Get the kids giggling and grown-ups smiling with these clever melty snowman cookies.

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Christmas Ornament Cookies

Get creative icing fun ornament shapes with the kids then hang the best ones on the tree to admire.

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Candy Cane Sugar Cookies

Easy and impressive, these candy cane cookies are a win-win if you’re decorating with kiddos.

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Snow Globe Sugar Cookies

OK, technically you need a circle cutter for these Christmas cookies, but the snowy scene in the middle is creative enough to set them apart from the rest.

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Ugly Christmas Sweater Cookies

The only thing more fun than showing up to the party wearing an ugly Christmas sweater is bringing a box full of them.

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Polar Bear Cookies

Kids will love adding the M&M noses on these perfect polar bear faces.

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