The Ultimate Christmas Cookie Box + 30 Recipes
Nothing says the holidays more than Christmas cookies, and cookie boxes are a fun, beautiful way to showcase them! This Christmas Cookie Box is filled with tried and true cookie recipes that capture the season perfectly in a show stopping presentation that’s perfect for parties, potlucks and gifts!
Baking was something that my mom and I did together a lot when I was growing up. It was always from scratch, so I never knew any other way.
At Christmas time my mom pulled out all the stops, baking an endless variety of quick breads, cookies and no-bake treats alike to give to family and friends.
People looked forward to receiving my mom’s homemade gifts every year….I could tell by the way their faces would light up when she presented them to people.
There truly isn’t anything more special than a homemade gift is there?
My mom’s tradition left a lasting impression on me, and I started my own several years ago. It’s simply not Christmas if I don’t bake endless amounts of cookies, candies, etc. and assemble them in pretty cookie boxes for loved ones.
This Christmas cookie box is an ode to my mom, and I’m so glad that she passed the baking torch to me. Baking brings me so much joy, and it truly takes me back to my childhood. 🙂
Tips for the perfect cookie gift box
There’s nothing more perfect for the holidays than show stopping Christmas cookie boxes filled with an array cookies, candy and festive decorations.
The good news is that they’re extremely easy to put together with just a bit of planning, and it’s even quite fun with these easy tips!
Step 1: Choose your recipes.
Whether it’s 3 recipes or 10 recipes, this will help you determine what size box(es) to purchase. They can be as big or small as you choose!
Choose a variety of recipes that will provide an assortment of colors, flavors and textures. If time is scarce, be sure to keep time consuming recipes like Christmas sugar cookies and gingerbread cookies to a minimum. I love incorporating some easy no-bake recipes like rocky road candy and peanut butter fudge, bar desserts like seven layer magic cookie bars and peppermint brownies, and even a few store bought items like candy canes or Hershey’s kisses in pretty foil wrappers.
Step 2: Choose your boxes.
The wood supply organizer that I used for this box is perfect for holiday gatherings or potlucks as there is plenty of room for a wide variety of treats. These smaller Christmas cookie boxes are perfect to package cookies to give as gifts, and they even include baking twine. Use parchment paper to line your boxes or layer between cookies as needed, or baking cups or cardboard ornament dividers may be used to separate candy, etc. If you plan to ship cookies, decorative tins are your best bet to keep cookies fresh and intact!
Step 3: Select decorations and materials.
Pretty decorations and materials will make your box of cookies next level. I used mini pine cones, mini glass ornaments and baking twine, and don’t forget the pretty bows and tags for packaging!
Step 4: Determine what equipment you need.
Baking sheets, mixing bowls, a rolling pin, hand mixer, and cookie cutters are just a few examples of what you’ll need to prepare a variety of cookies, etc.
Be sure to read each recipe over carefully to make sure that you have all of the necessary equipment.
Step 5: Write a shopping list.
Make a list and check it twice! Bringing a list to the store with you will ensure that you don’t forget any of the ingredients that you need to prepare each recipe that you plan to make.
Step 6: Plan your schedule.
Determine when you will prepare your recipes, keeping in mind when you will package them into boxes for delivery or shipping. Remember that cookie dough may be made up to a few days in advance, then you can bake them when you’re ready. I often decorate cookies the day after I bake them if I’m pressed for time.
You can also get started earlier in the month and freeze cookies (prior to decorating of course). Simply thaw a day before you plan to assemble your boxes!
30 Best Holiday Recipes for your Christmas cookie boxes
This collections includes a wide variety of traditional Christmas cookie recipes, no bake cookies and candy, bar desserts and healthier options to appeal to everyone on your Christmas list!
Almond Dragees
Christmas Cut Out Sugar Cookies
Chocolate Dipped Almond Horn Cookies
Easy Coconut Macaroons Recipe
Cranberry Orange Biscotti
Dark Chocolate Peppermint Marshmallows
Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies
Gingerbread Cookies
Gingerbread Biscotti
Gingersnap Cookie Recipe
Gluten Free Peanut Butter Blossoms
Greek Almond Cookies (Amygdalota)
Key Lime Cooler Cookies
Meyer Lemon Greek Butter Cookies (Kourabiedes)
No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
Orange Sugared Cranberries
Persimmon Cookies
Peppermint Bark Recipe
Easy Peppermint Brownies
Red Velvet Brownies
Red Velvet Macarons
Red Velvet Sandwich Cookies
Dark Chocolate Rocky Road Candy
Chocolate Truffles Recipe
Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge
Dark Chocolate Toffee Fudge
Magic Cookie Bars
Salted Chocolate Chip Cookies
Snickerdoodle Bars
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The Ultimate Christmas Cookie Box
Equipment
Ingredients
Instructions
Choose your recipes.
- Whether it's 3 recipes or 10 recipes, this will help you determine what size box(es) to purchase. They can be as big or small as you choose!Choose a variety of recipes that will provide an assortment of colors, flavors and textures. If time is scarce, be sure to keep time consuming recipes like sugar cookies and gingerbread cookies to a minimum. I love incorporating some easy no-bake recipes like rocky road candy and peanut butter fudge, bar desserts like seven layer magic cookie bars and peppermint brownies, and even a few store bought items like candy canes or Hershey's kisses in pretty foil wrappers.
Choose your boxes.
- The wood supply organizer that I used for this box is perfect for holiday gatherings or potlucks as there is plenty of room for a wide variety of treats (see the link in the equipment section above!). Smaller Christmas cookie boxes, tins or large plates with cellophane are perfect to package cookies to give as gifts. Use parchment paper to line your boxes or layer between cookies as needed, or baking cups may be used to separate candy, etc. If you plan to ship cookies, decorative tins are your best bet to keep cookies fresh and intact!
Select decorations and materials.
Write a shopping list.
- Make a list and check it twice! Bringing a list to the store with you will ensure that you don't forget any of the ingredients that you need to prepare each recipe that you plan to make.
Plan your schedule.
- Determine when you will prepare your recipes, keeping in mind when you will package them into boxes for delivery or shipping. Remember that cookie dough may be made up to a few days in advance, then you can bake them when you're ready. I often decorate cookies the day after I bake them if I'm pressed for time.You can also get started earlier in the month and freeze cookies (prior to decorating of course). Simply thaw a day before you plan to assemble your boxes!
Notes
- Once the cookies have been baked, store in an air tight container or zip top bag at room temperature with parchment or waxed paper between cookies as needed until you’re ready to assemble your packages.
- The freezer is your friend! You can get started baking earlier in the month and freeze cookies in zip top freezer bags and thaw when you’re ready to assemble your cookie gift boxes. For sugar and gingerbread cookies, freeze after baking, then thaw and decorate.
Nutrition is estimated using a food database and is only intended to be used as a guideline for informational purposes.
2 Comments on “The Ultimate Christmas Cookie Box + 30 Recipes”
This is absolutely wonderful! Thank you for the excellent  ideas! Your dear mother and childhood memories are a beautiful touch to this inspiring post!
Thank you so much Kay — enjoy! 🙂