Holidays and Events Recipes Christmas Desserts Christmas Cookie Recipes 22 Christmas Cookies Just Like Grandma Used to Make By Mary Claire Lagroue Mary Claire Lagroue Mary Claire Lagroue works as an associate editor at Allrecipes, curating recipe galleries, gift guides, and more. Mary joined the Allrecipes team in 2019 after working for five years as a freelance writer for local and national publications, including Bon Appétit and Self. Highlights: - Master's in journalism Experience: Mary Claire Lagroue began writing as a freelancer in 2014 and has focused on food writing since 2017. She received a master's in journalism in 2018. Before joining the Allrecipes team in 2019, Mary wrote about food and chefs in her native Louisiana. As an associate editor at Allrecipes, she writes about a range of topics, from cookware to cookbooks to cultural traditions. Education: Mary studied at Louisiana State University, earning a bachelor's degree in English and a master's in journalism. Her graduate coursework focused on health communication, including research on diet and nutrition, which remains one of her favorite topics to report on. She graduated a member of Kappa Tau Alpha and the Society of Professional Journalists. Fun Allrecipes Questions! My Le Creuset Dutch oven is the best thing that's happened to my kitchen. I use it for everything: sauteeing, searing, roasting, frying, making soups, and cooking down big bunches of leafy greens. Plus, it can go in the dishwasher. It's said that these sturdy enameled cast-iron pots will last a lifetime, and I believe it! Allrecipes' editorial guidelines Published on September 8, 2020 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: TummyYummy No one (we mean no one) bakes cookies like a grandmother. Perhaps Grandma gleaned enough baking experience over time to just know what works. Perhaps it's her no-fuss, old-fashioned approach to baking. Or it could be thanks to some secret ingredient like ~love~ or cream of tartar. Just guessing. Whatever the reason, these recipes from actual grandmothers are just the taste of Christmas nostalgia everyone craves. 01 of 22 Melissa's Grandma's Ginger Lace Cookies View Recipe Vista Verde Ranch Molasses, cinnamon, and ground ginger flavor these soft lace cookies. Sprinkle sugar on top for a little holiday shimmer. Also try: Gingerbread Cookies 02 of 22 Gramma's Date Squares View Recipe Danielle Gwilliam "This is my grandmother's recipe which my whole family loves. You can use almond extract instead of lemon, if you wish," Mai Forrester says of these date-filled bars with chewy oatmeal crusts. 03 of 22 My Grandma's Fruitcake Cookies View Recipe Rachel Ruther Reviewers report that these fruitcake cookies — filled with chopped mixed nuts, raisins, dates, candied pineapple, and candied cherries — taste just like their own grandmothers' recipes. 04 of 22 Oma Kiener's Hazelnut Christmas Cookies View Recipe GreenGoddess "These were one of the two Christmas cookie recipes my German grandmother made every year until her death at age 92. While they may not be fancy like other Christmas cookie recipes, they are easy to make and taste very nutty," KitchenGeisha says of these icebox cookies. 05 of 22 Grandma's Drop Sugar Cookies View Recipe NCHIANCONE "My family's favorite Christmas cookie. Buttery and crispy. The slight coconut flavor makes this cookie the best," writes recipe creator NCHIANCONE. This simple recipe takes just 20 minutes. 15 Best Drop Cookies for Easy Baking 06 of 22 Grandma Minecci's Snowball Cookies View Recipe Abbey Dusted with confectioners' sugar and shaped like snowballs, these cookies would be perfect for a cold Christmas. 07 of 22 Old German Honey Cookies View Recipe Nichole "I got this recipe from my grandmother, who got it from her grandmother. She had to translate it and then figure out measurements. The original recipe called for 'enough flour to make a dough.' Thankfully Grandma knew what kind of dough." — Darlene 18 Honey Desserts That Couldn't Bee More Delicious 08 of 22 Grandma's Gingersnap Cookies View Recipe Kristina Florez "This melt-in-your-mouth ginger cookie recipe that I received from my grandmother has been enjoyed in my family since 1899." — Marie Ayers 09 of 22 Grandma Ruth's Snickerdoodle Cookies View Recipe tjump2014 With almost 200 reviews averaging five stars, this crowd-pleasing snickerdoodle recipe would be great for large gatherings. 10 of 22 Russian Tea Cakes I View Recipe Philly Ry "Bubba brought it with her when she came from Lithuania. I pass it on in the true spirit of this season," says recipe creator THEAUNT708, who adds that five generations have now made these cookies during the Christmas season. 15 Make-Ahead Christmas Desserts to Sweeten Your Holidays 11 of 22 Grandma's Old Fashioned Tea Cakes View Recipe Nana The Cook Make these tea cakes a day or two before Christmas to enjoy with your Christmas morning coffee. 12 of 22 Granny's Filled Cookies View Recipe Pam Ziegler Lutz "My granny always made these around Christmas. They are the easiest, best-tasting cookies around. Be warned, they are addictive," Kim Borris says. Fill them the fruit-flavored jam of your choice. 13 of 22 Granny's Strawberry Preserves-Filled Cookies View Recipe Julie Holden Strawberry preserves make an ideal cookie filling, especially when the berries are not in season. Recipe creator Julie Holden calls these soft, spiced cookies a favorite for Christmas. 14 of 22 Granny Mabel's Best Bar Cookies View Recipe Kari Oatmeal, chocolate chips, and caramel ice cream topping create a gooey, buttery bar. 15 of 22 Snowballs II View Recipe TummyYummy This recipe from home cook Lori Dehn's grandmother includes finely crushed peppermint candy canes for a holiday twist on Russian tea cakes. 16 of 22 Grandma's Lace Cookies View Recipe Dustin Poh These thin, crispy cookies would pair well with a glass of milk and a Christmas movie. Crispy Cookie Recipes to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth 17 of 22 Grandma's Oatmeal Cookies View Recipe Teri Elledge Spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, these oatmeal cookies would taste extra comforting during the holidays. 18 of 22 My Nana's Lace Cookies View Recipe Bluetiger "These are delicate lace cookies with an amazing taste! A tradition in our family for Christmas since I was a little girl. These cookies spread to make a very thin wafer, almost transparent. Super easy to make, but be careful, as they can be quick to burn or cool too much on your cookie sheet — and then you'll be chipping the cookies off of your cookie sheet!" — Bluetiger 19 of 22 Grama's Corn Flake Peanut Butter Cookies View Recipe Sarah-May These five-ingredient cookies taste like peanut butter fudge with a nice crunch from cornflakes. 15 Best Ways to Get Your Peanut Butter Cookie Fix 20 of 22 Gram Opal's Sugar Cookies View Recipe mona reese "My grandma Opal June Carlson, "Gram C," made these cookies whenever my dad and I came to her cottage on Lake Okoboji for a visit. Although at the time I picked off the pecan halves that my seven-year-old self didn't yet appreciate, these simply delicious cookies were amazing and will live forever in my heart along with my Gram C!" — Cucina di papa 21 of 22 Granny's Shortbread Cookies View Recipe Abbey "Light, buttery shortbread cookies! Cut them into Christmas shapes and decorate with colored sugar and maraschino cherries." — Lori G 22 of 22 Grandma M's Raisin Cookies View Recipe Cookin'Bug These tart raisin cookies contain a few drops of lemon extract, setting them apart from the chocolaty offerings at the dessert table. Our Top 20 Most Cherished Holiday Cookies 28 Most Popular Types of Cookies See our entire collection of Christmas cookie recipes. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit