By Marie-Antoinette Issa.
We made a list and checked it twice, and can confirm that every single one of these Christmas cookies has made it onto Santa’s nice list! So, if you wake up on Xmas morning to an empty plate of crumbs you know who to blame…
Nothing says Christmas quite like a buttery shortbread cookie shaped like a festive tree. This recipe adds a zesty twist of lime for a refreshing lift amidst all the traditional holiday flavours. These vibrant green cookies are not just delicious but also incredibly Instagrammable - perfect for gifting or displaying on your dessert table.
Give Santa a minty-fresh surprise with these peppermint-flavoured candy cane cookies. Their festive red-and-white swirls evoke all the nostalgia of Christmases past. Not only do they look magical, but their crisp texture and refreshing flavour make them the ideal companion to a glass of milk. Or, perhaps something stronger for the grown-ups!
Santa might just exclaim ‘Mamma Mia!’ when he bites into these Italian almond biscotti. Naturally gluten and dairy-free, they’re a thoughtful choice for a carb-conscious Mr Claus. Perfectly crunchy and lightly sweetened, these are the kind of cookies Santa might sneak a second helping of before heading back to the sleigh.
Why not make your cookies multitask? These stained-glass biscuits double as edible ornaments. Hang them on your tree during the lead-up to Christmas, then serve them to Santa on Christmas Eve for a treat that’s as pretty as it is tasty. A little light through their coloured centres adds an extra sparkle to your festive décor.
What’s a holiday cookie lineup without a choc chip option? These cookies take the classic to festive heights by swapping pink food colouring for green to suit the season. The result? A cheerful, colourful twist on everyone’s favourite cookie - sure to please Santa and his reindeer alike.
No cookie platter is complete without gingerbread. Whether you go for classic shapes or spice things up with a ‘drunk gingerbread man’ variation, these cookies bring all the warmth and spice of Christmas in every bite. Bonus: they don’t require the construction skills of a gingerbread house, so you can skip straight to the fun part - decorating and eating!
If you’re the type to plan ahead, these elegant shortbread wreath cookies are worth the effort. Their intricate design is almost too beautiful to eat - almost! With buttery richness and a festive flourish, these wreaths are guaranteed to make Santa (and your guests) feel extra special.
