Yes, Santa loves Christmas cookies. But with all the houses he visits on Christmas Eve, why not give him and the elves some variety? Peppermint bark, homemade truffles, and more festive treats are delicious additions to Santa’s cookie plate. Easy to make and fun for the young ones to help with, these bite-sized Christmas treats need to be added to your holiday baking. We bet the kids will wake up to an empty Santa plate on Christmas morning!
Easy Fudge
“This creamy easy fudge is made in minutes with minimal ingredients. Rich and chocolatey this is the perfect fudge for the holidays, nobody has to know you didn’t work hard.” - Debbie
Triple Layer Peppermint Bark
“Peppermint bark is a holiday favorite. It’s popular at Christmas parties and often given out as gifts to family and friends. But, it can be expensive to purchase or make at home. We’ve simplified the process and came up with a triple layer peppermint bark you’re going to love.” - Kitchen Crew
Pecan Pie Cookies
“I have to say that these pecan pie cookies are just like little pecan pies that you can eat with your hands! I am going to be making a lot of them for this year's cookie platter because they will disappear quickly!” - Kevin
Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies
“These are the first successfully baked cut out cookies I have ever accomplished. Everyone should know these little pastries are the ‘greatest’ cookie within all categories. The cookie plate will be emptied guaranteed. Thank you for sharing these delicious cookies.” - Linda
Apple Turnovers
“Have a craving for apple pie but don't feel like making a whole pie? Give these turnovers a try. They taste just like mini apple pies. We opted for the puff pastry and loved how flaky they became. The outside gets a sugary crust and the inside is filled with juicy apples.” - Kitchen Crew
Chewy Molasses Cookies
“Soft and chewy, with a good spicy molasses flavor. These cookies are a harbinger of the holidays. Yes, you can make them any time of the year, but to me, they scream Christmas!” - Hope
Amazingly Delicious Vegan Coconut Chocolate Truffles
“This Delicious Vegan Truffles with Coconut & Chocolate recipe is made with 5 ingredients, is easy to make, and gluten-free!”- Shikha
Hot Chocolate Peppermint Mocha
“This is a great alternative to spending the big bucks for this delicious holiday treat. Warm and yummy, this hot chocolate has a hint of peppermint and espresso flavor. We tried both water and milk. With milk, it's richer and creamier. But both are delicious on a cold day. It's basically Christmas in a cup!” - Kitchen Crew
Thumbprint Cookies The Ultimate Best!
“This is the only thumbprint cookie recipe I will ever use. They turn out delicate and delectable!” - Deb
Ginger Cream Molasses Sandwich Cookies
“I LOVE molasses cookies. Was trying to come up with a way to make them more ‘special’ for the holidays and thought of sandwich cookies. The cream filling is not too sweet and the crystallized ginger the perfect special touch!” - Cindy
Pecan Tassies
“This is a delicious, basic pecan tassies recipe everyone should have in their recipe box. The dough is tender and the filling is chock full of pecans. There's just the right amount of gooeyness to hold everything together. The top forms a sugary crust. Basically, pecan tassies are a bite-size pecan pie.” - Kitchen Crew
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Truffles
“My family loves these scrumptious delights. My daughter recently taught her 7 year bonus son and his 10 year cousin to make this simple and elegant dessert. The boys loved the fact they could eat the dough!” - Tambi
Mom's Molasses Cookies
“This is my mother's recipe. I've never come across anything better for a molasses cookie. Full of flavor and so incredibly soft. Top it off with some frosting and you are in pure heaven. They are so delicious that you won't just stop at one! Trust me! :)” - Sheila
Oatmeal Carmelitas
“This is an irresistible bar that joined our Christmas Cookie list a few years ago. Thanks to my mother introducing the family to this recipe, we adults have been busted for raiding the cookie refrigerator late at night while visiting over the holidays! They are thick, crumbly soft texture, and the caramel and oatmeal make a perfect pair. I like them best, right out of the fridge!” - Sarah
Christmas Cherry Balls
“Another traditional Christmas cookie recipe. They're good for any time of year, but they are a must on our cookie platter. This is a combination of many recipes, suited to my oldest daughter's taste. She's the fussy one in the family!” - Val