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Take out the flour, check the sugar and leave the butter on the counter to soften, it’s Christmas cookie season! This is one of my happiest times of the year. <\/p>\n

Besides loving Christmas cookies<\/a><\/strong>, I enjoy the smiles on the faces of people when I hand them some. Making cookies really puts me in the holiday season and I’m not the only one.<\/p>\n

Mint and chocolate are two of my favorite holiday flavors. Whether it be in hot chocolate or a cookie, it just screams Christmastime to me. Cathy Nunn<\/a><\/strong> (Weslaco, TX<\/a><\/strong>) created her Ultimate Chocolate Mint Cookie<\/a><\/strong> by accident and realized it was amazing. They are Christmas in a cookie!<\/p>\n

“They have such a wonderful and rich flavor,” shares Cathy. “These are simple and quick to make – even the kids can make these.” I love a recipe where kids can be involved. <\/p>\n

The Andes baking chips are seasonal, so I suggest stocking up now. These will be great on a cookie tray, included in a cookie exchange, or even for the kids to put out for Santa. <\/p>\n

“Ginger cookies are not just for Christmas anymore,” jokes Marcie Frazee<\/a><\/strong> (Anderson, IN<\/a><\/strong>). “My husband’s great aunt Mary Carter made these cookies for as long as my husband can remember […] these cookies are soft and ‘always’ perfectly round.”<\/p>\n

Buttery and crisp but slightly chewy, Great Aunt Mary’s Ginger Cookies<\/a><\/strong> is a yummy cookie. The flavor combo is a little different than most ginger cookies. I wouldn’t call these a gingerbread cookie, but there’s a definite spice to them thanks to the ample ginger and cinnamon. It’s a simple recipe, but the best part is the family tradition behind the recipe.<\/p>\n

“I usually bake about 20 different types of cookies for Christmas, but these are hands down one of our favorites,” Nadine Mesch<\/a><\/strong> (Mount Healthy, OH<\/a><\/strong>) says of her Ricotta Orange Cookies with Dark Chocolate and Hazelnuts<\/a><\/strong>. “My kids have been known to take the entire tin and eat them all in one sitting!”<\/p>\n

The ricotta makes this cookie really soft. Orange, dark chocolate and hazelnut give them a wonderful flavor. Consider doubling this recipe so you can keep a few for yourself. <\/p>\n

Val Paris’s <\/a><\/strong>(Rome, NY<\/a><\/strong>) Christmas Cherry Balls<\/a><\/strong> are a great treat anytime but will be beautiful mixed in with your Christmas cookies.<\/p>\n

“These are a must on our cookie platter,” says Val. One taste of the cookie and they’ll be a must-make on your cookie tray too. <\/p>\n

In the Test Kitchen, we added almond flavoring and loved that combination with the crunch of the pecans and the sweetness of the cherry. Top with a simple powdered sugar glaze and they are fabulous.<\/p>\n

Eggnog is another one of those flavors that scream Christmas. Noelle Meyers<\/a><\/strong> incorporated that flavor into her Cranberry Eggnog Cookies with Orange Dream Glaze<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

“These cookies are among my most requested for the Christmas holidays – they are Christmas in a cookie with the bright cranberries and decadent eggnog flavors,” explains Noelle. “The base of the recipe comes from my great, great, great grandmother – over 200 years old!”<\/p>\n

These cookies are fabulous! The cookie itself is soft and buttery. There’s a crunch from the pecans and the orange and cranberry are a bit tart and sweet. The flavor of the eggnog is prevalent and you taste the spices from that. Impressive and flavorful.<\/p>\n

Try adding one of these delectable cookies to your Christmas cookie tray or exchange this year. I’m sure they’ll be a hit. Do you have a favorite cookie that’s always on your tray? Make sure to post your recipe after you make them this year… Happy Pinching!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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