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Holiday cookies are a tradition that many families hold dear to their hearts—and stomachs. They're a delicious way to to welcome this magical season: gathering in the kitchen for baking marathons, hosting cookie exchanges and, the best part, enjoying them.
Here are 12 dessert recipes we hope you'll try this year!
Taralles
This traditional Italian Christmas cookie is brightened with orange juice and creamy vanilla frosting.
Gingerbread People
A fun recipe to make with the kids!
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Viennese Crescents
This buttery almond cookie is a sweet treat from Austria.
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Eggnog Cookies
One of your favorite holiday beverages, cookie-style.
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Melting Moments
A simple, sweet and colorful cookie
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Sand Tarts
This powdered sugar treat is super-easy!
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Peppermint Wonders
Decadent holiday brownies to add to your cookie plate!
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Ice Cream Treewitches
A cool holiday treat!
The Joys of Christmas Cookie Contest Winners
The Prettiest
Kathi Frelk's Cutouts won our prettiest category. She says decorating is the best part!
The Easiest
Ann Marie Manahan's Oatmeal Cookies were the most simple to make. Mix, drop and bake!
The Yummiest
These Orange Spice Cookies from Tammy Heinss really satisfied our tastebuds.
Honorable Mention
Don Carrier's Church Windows are a holiday tradition in his family.
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