25 Best Cookies for Santa

The Best Cookies for Santa include classic recipes and new favorites. 25 easy Santa cookie recipes. Don’t forget to include a glass of milk!

I have the best cookie recipes to leave for Santa. They are easy and festive. There are so many different choices everyone will enjoy. Calories don’t count at Christmas!

Why We Love Cookies For Santa

This fun tradition often includes a plate of chocolate chip cookies. Other popular choices include Sugar Cookies with sprinkles, Gingerbread Cookies, Peanut Butter Cookies and more.

We love to leave an assortment of cookies for Santa. You can’t go wrong with a plate full of cookies and a glass of cold milk.

1. Santa Cookies

These cookies are so festive with red and green M&M candy inside. Each bite is soft and chewy while being loaded with chocolate. I use a stand mixer and it’s so easy.

2. Christmas Cut Out Sugar Cookies

Everyone will think you stopped by a bakery for these stunning cookies. Follow these easy step by step instructions to create gorgeous decorated sugar cookies.

3. Christmas Tree Sugar Cookies

Christmas Tree Cookies are perfect for Christmas Eve. The icing is light and fluffy with the best texture. The vanilla extract adds the best flavor.

4. Gingerbread Cookie Recipe

Gingerbread is definitely a seasonal favorite. This easy recipe with molasses is baked until golden brown. You can make extra for the freezer.

5. Chocolate Kiss Cookies

Chocolate fans will love these decadent cookies packed with chocolate. From the chocolate center to the chocolate topping, they are amazing.

6. Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

Not only are these cookies delicious but they are so pretty topped with crushed candy canes.

7. Christmas Cake Mix Cookies

This easy recipe starts with a cake mix. With only 4 ingredients, it is simple to make and turns out fabulous. I like to use a prepared baking sheet with parchment paper.

8. Snickerdoodle Cookie Recipe

Enjoy the tasty flavors of cinnamon and sugar in these delightful cookies. Snickerdoodle Cookies will be the perfect addition to the holidays.

9. Thumbprint Cookies

This is the perfect cookie to leave for Santa and will look stunning on your dessert tray. The soft cookie and yummy jam combine for a real treat.

10. Nestle Toll House Chocolate Chip Cookies

This is one of our favorite recipes for Chocolate Chip Cookies. They are so rich and decadent. The combination of granulated sugar and brown sugar is so delicious in this cookie recipe.

11. Christmas Wreath Cookies

Anyone can easily make these wreath cookies with just 6 ingredients. This no bake treat is adorned with red and green for a great holiday treat.

12. Christmas Pinwheel Cookies

While these pinwheel cookies look fancy, they are quite simple to make. Follow the easy instructions for a delightful cookie for Santa.

13. Peanut Butter Cookies

These soft cookies are packed with peanut butter. This traditional recipe is so flavorful and does not disappoint. It’s easy using an electric mixer.

14. Starbucks Snowman Cookies

Skip the store bought cookies and start decorating these Snowman Cookies instead. They are simple to make and will save you so much money.

15. Grinch Cookies

Impress everyone with these whimsical cookies in hues of red and green. These Grinch themed cookies will be sure to impress. With just a little food coloring, these cookies are transformed into Grinch cookies.

16. Gingerbread Kiss Cookies

Jazz up plain Gingerbread Cookies with Hershey Kisses. The white chocolate combination with milk chocolate is so rich and creamy. The hardest part will be waiting for them to cool completely on a wire rack before eating.

17. Snowman Chocolate Covered Oreos

Decorate Oreo Cookies to look like snowmen. This easy no bake treat is so fun and really simple to make. You can also use white chocolate chips instead of candy melts.

18. Molasses Cookies

These Ginger Molasses Cookies have the best blend of flavors and spices. Each bite is so tasty. Whisk together simple ingredients for the best cookie recipe.

19. Peppermint Cookies

Chocolate dipped peppermint cookies taste like the holidays. It is everything you expect a Christmas cookie to taste like. Store for santa inside an airtight container.

20. Andes Mints Cookies

The rich chocolate and mint flavor combine for a delicious cookie. They are so pretty and taste even better. Make sure to use a preheated oven to bake these cookie dough balls.

21. Buckeye Brownie Cookies

Santa will love the delicious flavors of buckeye candy packed into a luscious cookie. The chocolate and peanut butter combination is the best. Use a large bowl and stir everything together for a festive treat.

22. Hot Cocoa Cookies

From the rich chocolate to the marshmallow topping, these cookies are so gooey and amazing. Each bite is heavenly and perfect at room temperature.

23. Bacon Chocolate Chip Cookies

The sweet and salty combination is irresistible in this cookie recipe. The saltiness of the bacon and sweetness of the chocolate is so yummy. Don’t overmix the wet ingredients and dry ingredients.

24. Lemon Cake Mix Cookies

With only 4 ingredients, these light and fluffy cookies are so tasty. The lemon flavor is perfect and a great recipe to try.

25. Eggnog Sugar Cookies

Turn classic sugar cookies into the best eggnog treat for Santa. It is such a great recipe and looks so pretty with the topping.

More Christmas Desserts

• Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treats
• Little Debbie Christmas Tree Dip Recipe
• Ice Cream Cone Christmas Tree
• Christmas Brownies

Try one of Santa’s favorite cookies and leave a comment once you do. I love hearing from you.