{"id":433555,"date":"2025-10-15T16:57:04","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T09:57:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=433555"},"modified":"2026-01-19T17:53:12","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T10:53:12","slug":"easy-holiday-cookie-recipes-with-few-ingredients","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/easy-holiday-cookie-recipes-with-few-ingredients\/","title":{"rendered":"6+ Favorite Holiday Cookie Recipes with Few Ingredients That Will Delight Everyone! **"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The holiday season is a magical time of year, filled with warmth, laughter, and of course, delicious treats. Among the stars of the season are cookies that bring people together, filling homes with delightful aromas. Here are three simple yet scrumptious cookie recipes that will have everyone asking for more!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/easy-holiday-cookie-recipes-with-few-ingredients\/#Peanut_Butter_Blossoms\" >Peanut Butter Blossoms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/easy-holiday-cookie-recipes-with-few-ingredients\/#Chocolate_Crinkle_Cookies\" >Chocolate Crinkle Cookies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/easy-holiday-cookie-recipes-with-few-ingredients\/#Snickerdoodles\" >Snickerdoodles<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peanut_Butter_Blossoms\"><\/span>Peanut Butter Blossoms<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/6659881\/pexels-photo-6659881.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Peanut Butter Blossoms\" title=\"Peanut Butter Blossoms\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Photo By: Kaboompics.com on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/close-up-photo-of-creamy-peanut-butter-6659881\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightSeaGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/3-ingredient-easy-sugar-cookies-1760474782.jpg\" alt=\"{3 Ingredient} Easy Sugar Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bellyfull.net\/easy-sugar-cookie-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\">{3 Ingredient} Easy Sugar Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Belly Full<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (400 reviews). Total Time: 40 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Cyan\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/christmas-sugar-cookies-recipe-with-easy-icing-1760474782.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Sugar Cookies Recipe with Easy Icing\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/christmas-sugar-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Christmas Sugar Cookies Recipe with Easy Icing<\/a><\/strong> from Sally&#039;s Baking Addiction<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (124 reviews). Total Time: 2 h 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:White\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/christmas-cookies-vanilla-biscuits-sugar-cookies-1760474782.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Cookies (Vanilla Biscuits \/ Sugar Cookies)\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.recipetineats.com\/christmas-cookies-vanilla-biscuits\/\" target=\"_blank\">Christmas Cookies (Vanilla Biscuits \/ Sugar Cookies)<\/a><\/strong> from RecipeTin Eats<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (88 reviews). Total Time: 35 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Imagine biting into a soft, chewy cookie that\u2019s bursting with rich peanut butter flavor, finished off with a chocolate kiss right on top. These cookies are not only adorable but also incredibly easy to make, making them a favorite among holiday bakers. With just a few ingredients, you can whip up a batch that will surely impress friends and family.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup peanut butter<\/li>\n<li>1 cup sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 egg<\/li>\n<li>24 chocolate kisses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes Peanut Butter Blossoms so special? It\u2019s the perfect combination of sweet and salty, with a texture that\u2019s both crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Plus, the iconic chocolate kiss adds a fun twist that everyone loves. These cookies are not just treats; they\u2019re a delightful tradition that often brings back fond memories of baking with loved ones.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/easy-peanut-butter-blossom-cookies-recipe-1760474796.jpg\" alt=\"EASY Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Q3WSgY7dHXQ\" target=\"_blank\">EASY Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies Recipe<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/the-secret-to-making-the-original-peanut-butter-blossoms-1760474796.jpg\" alt=\"The Secret to Making the Original Peanut Butter Blossoms ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=6-Ajx_L-z0U\" target=\"_blank\">The Secret to Making the Original Peanut Butter Blossoms &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/peanut-butter-blossom-cookies-small-batch-1760474796.jpg\" alt=\"Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies | Small Batch\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=8U_12SevRsk\" target=\"_blank\">Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies | Small Batch<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chocolate_Crinkle_Cookies\"><\/span>Chocolate Crinkle Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/12197165\/pexels-photo-12197165.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Chocolate Crinkle Cookies\" title=\"Chocolate Crinkle Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Markus Spiske on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/close-up-shot-of-chocolate-crinkle-cookies-on-black-surface-12197165\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:IndianRed\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/chocolate-crinkle-cookies-1760474785.jpg\" alt=\"Chocolate Crinkle Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/preppykitchen.com\/chocolate-crinkle-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Chocolate Crinkle Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Preppy Kitchen<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (1068 reviews). Total Time: 4 h 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Wheat\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/double-chocolate-crinkle-cookies-1760474785.jpg\" alt=\"Double Chocolate Crinkle Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/double-chocolate-crinkle-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Double Chocolate Crinkle Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Sally&#039;s Baking Addiction<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8 (314 reviews). Total Time: 3 h 35 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Thistle\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/the-best-chocolate-crinkle-cookies-recipe-1760474786.jpg\" alt=\"The BEST Chocolate Crinkle Cookies Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/happihomemade.com\/chocolate-crinkle-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">The BEST Chocolate Crinkle Cookies Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from HappiHomemade<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.3 (6 reviews). Total Time: 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Rich, fudgy, and rolled in powdered sugar, Chocolate Crinkle Cookies are a holiday classic that look as good as they taste. Their cracked surface gives them a rustic charm, and every bite is a burst of chocolatey goodness that will satisfy any sweet tooth. Plus, they are super simple to prepare, making them an ideal choice for busy holiday schedules.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup sugar<\/li>\n<li>2 eggs<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon baking powder<\/li>\n<li>Powdered sugar for rolling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The beauty of Chocolate Crinkle Cookies lies in their delightful texture. The crispy exterior gives way to a soft, gooey center, creating a perfect contrast that will have everyone coming back for seconds. These cookies are not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes, making them a festive addition to any holiday cookie platter.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/easy-delicious-chocolate-crinkle-cookies-1760474799.jpg\" alt=\"Easy, Delicious Chocolate Crinkle Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=glmGqRcrgDM\" target=\"_blank\">Easy, Delicious Chocolate Crinkle Cookies<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/professional-baker-teaches-you-how-to-make-crinkle-1760474799.jpg\" alt=\"Professional Baker Teaches You How To Make CRINKLE ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=UJmewcEnlJY\" target=\"_blank\">Professional Baker Teaches You How To Make CRINKLE &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/chocolate-crinkle-cookies-1760474799.jpg\" alt=\"Chocolate Crinkle Cookies!\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/shorts\/XoLz6IsD_Ng\" target=\"_blank\">Chocolate Crinkle Cookies!<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Snickerdoodles\"><\/span>Snickerdoodles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/6141988\/pexels-photo-6141988.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Snickerdoodles\" title=\"Snickerdoodles\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Saveurs Secretes on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/close-up-shot-of-cookies-on-a-wooden-table-6141988\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Pink\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/3-ingredient-easy-sugar-cookies-1760474792.jpg\" alt=\"{3 Ingredient} Easy Sugar Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bellyfull.net\/easy-sugar-cookie-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\">{3 Ingredient} Easy Sugar Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Belly Full<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (400 reviews). Total Time: 40 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:PaleGoldenRod\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/christmas-sugar-cookies-recipe-with-easy-icing-1760474792.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Sugar Cookies Recipe with Easy Icing\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/christmas-sugar-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Christmas Sugar Cookies Recipe with Easy Icing<\/a><\/strong> from Sally&#039;s Baking Addiction<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (124 reviews). Total Time: 2 h 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Magenta\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/christmas-cookies-vanilla-biscuits-sugar-cookies-1760474792.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Cookies (Vanilla Biscuits \/ Sugar Cookies)\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.recipetineats.com\/christmas-cookies-vanilla-biscuits\/\" target=\"_blank\">Christmas Cookies (Vanilla Biscuits \/ Sugar Cookies)<\/a><\/strong> from RecipeTin Eats<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (88 reviews). Total Time: 35 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Snickerdoodles are the warm embrace of the cookie world\u2014soft, chewy, and coated in a cinnamon-sugar sprinkle. Their delightful flavor comes from a hint of cream of tartar, which gives them that classic tangy taste. With just a handful of ingredients, you\u2019ll have a batch of these comforting cookies ready in no time.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>1 cup sugar<\/li>\n<li>2 eggs<\/li>\n<li>2 3\/4 cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon cream of tartar<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon baking soda<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup sugar (for rolling)<\/li>\n<li>2 teaspoons cinnamon (for rolling)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes Snickerdoodles so beloved is their nostalgic flavor that reminds many of home and family gatherings. The cinnamon-sugar coating adds a delightful sweetness that pairs beautifully with the chewy cookie base. They are perfect for sharing, and each bite will surely transport you to cozy holiday moments filled with laughter and joy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get ready to impress your loved ones with three simple yet irresistible holiday cookie recipes that require minimal ingredients and promise to bring joy to every gathering!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":547151,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":9,"footnotes":""},"categories":[19],"tags":[2181],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-433555","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cookies","tag-holiday-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/433555","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=433555"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/433555\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/547151"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=433555"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=433555"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=433555"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=433555"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}