Our Favorite Holiday Cookie Recipes

We all know that the best part about the Holidays is snacking on cookies.

It can be hard deciding which ones to bake each year though. Let us help you choose! Here are some great recipes that will have your taste buds thanking us later.

Kelly's Signature Sugar Cookie & Icing Recipe

The first recipe is a Kelly family original recipe. This sugar cookie recipe is perfect for family baking, especially with the grandkids. We have used this one for weddings, baby showers, and many different holidays!

Put your own spin on this recipe to make it perfect for any event or holiday. Simply color the frosting to match the theme of any party or holiday. This basic recipe makes it easy to get creative. Add unique toppings to bring this cookie to the next level. The possibilities are endless. Over the years, we have altered this recipe to make Pumpkin Pie Sugar Cookies, Cheesecake Sugar Cookies, Lemon Sugar Cookies, Caramel Apple Sugar Cookies, and even S’more Sugar Cookies.

We know you will love this recipe as much as we have over the years. These cookies freeze well too! Enjoy!

Kelly's Signature Sugar Cookie Recipe

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350℉ or convection oven to 325℉.

2. Sift together the ingredients detailed above in a medium-sized bowl.

3. Cream together the ingredients detailed above in a large bowl.

4. Add the sifted flour mixture a little at a time to the creamed butter/sugar mixture. Scrape the sides of the bowl to ensure the mixtures are well combined.

5. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

6. Use a 1½ inch cookie scoop (or desired size) to scoop the cookies onto the baking sheet.

7. Add ⅓ cup sugar to a small bowl.

8. Find a jar bottom or a pastry press that is 1½ - 2 inches in diameter. Dip the bottom of the jar into the sugar and press down on the center of the cookie to flatten it. This is the perfect task for kids to help with!

9. Repeat until all the cookies have a jagged edge and have flattened.

10. Add a small well in the center of each cookie by pressing down with your thumb.

11. Bake for 8 minutes (reduce the time to 6 minutes for convection bake).

Kelly's Signature Classic Icing Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 stick softened salted butter

• ½ cup sour cream

• ½ tsp vanilla

• 2-3 Tbsp milk

• Food coloring

• 4 cups powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. Cream the butter until light in color.

2. Add the sour cream and mix well.

3. Alternate adding the powdered sugar and milk to desired consistency.

4. Add the vanilla and food coloring until the desired color is reached.

5. Frost each cookie with a spoonful of frosting to cover the center of the cookie.

6. Add sprinkles or any desired topping that you like.

Pumpkin Snickerdoodles

The second cookie that we have to share with you is this delicious Pumpkin Snickerdoodle cookie from LiveWellB This is a unique and seasonal spin on the classic snickerdoodle cookie. Unlike some pumpkin cookie recipes, this one is not cakey and is soft and chewy. We love our cookies chewy! Check out the full recipe here.

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

This Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe from Sally’s Baking Addiction is another twist on a classic. Sometimes you just want that classic chocolate chip cookie, but with these you can keep things festive. They make a great option for the entire fall season and taste amazing! Get the recipe here.

Peanut Butter Snowballs

What holiday would be complete without a great-looking and tasting peanut butter treat? These Peanut Butter Snowballs are super easy to make and are perfect for any holiday. Just like our sugar cookies, you can change the color of the candy coating for any occasion. See the full recipe online at LilLuna.com.

Hot Chocolate Cookie Cups

These Hot Chocolate Cookie Cups from TheGunnySack.com look as delicious as they taste! They are a bit more of a challenge to make, but we promise they are more than worth it. You can even use our signature sugar cookies in the recipe as well. Click here to get the recipe.

Interested in More Tips & Recipes?

Want to learn more from the experts at Kelly’s Home Center? Join us for a cooking class! We offer demonstration, hands-on, and make-and-take classes so you can choose what works best for you. See more details on upcoming classes at KellysHomeCenter.com/Cooking-School.

Purchase Your Oven or Range from Kelly’s Home Center

Ready to find the oven or range to do your holiday baking in? Let the team at Kelly’s Home Center help you find the perfect model for your home.

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