{"id":434464,"date":"2025-10-15T16:57:32","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T09:57:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=434464"},"modified":"2026-01-19T17:53:12","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T10:53:12","slug":"recipes-with-pillsbury-holiday-cookies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/recipes-with-pillsbury-holiday-cookies\/","title":{"rendered":"3+ Amazing Recipes for Pillsbury Holiday Cookies That Will Delight Your Family This Season! **"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The holiday season is a magical time filled with the aroma of baked goodies and the warmth of family gatherings. Imagine the joy of whipping up some delightful cookies that not only taste amazing but also bring everyone together in the kitchen. With a few simple ingredients and some fun techniques, you can create holiday treats that will leave your loved ones craving 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\/recipes-with-pillsbury-holiday-cookies\/#Festive_Peppermint_Bark_Cookies\" >Festive Peppermint Bark Cookies<\/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\/recipes-with-pillsbury-holiday-cookies\/#Gingerbread_Cookie_Sandwiches_with_Cream_Cheese_Filling\" >Gingerbread Cookie Sandwiches with Cream Cheese Filling<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Festive_Peppermint_Bark_Cookies\"><\/span>Festive Peppermint Bark Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/3309658\/pexels-photo-3309658.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Festive Peppermint Bark Cookies\" title=\"Festive Peppermint Bark Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Jill Wellington on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/chocolate-drink-in-a-cup-3309658\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:PapayaWhip\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/peppermint-bark-cookies-1760482347.jpg\" alt=\"Peppermint Bark Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sugarspunrun.com\/peppermint-bark-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Peppermint Bark Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Sugar Spun Run<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (31 reviews). Total Time: 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Turquoise\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/peppermint-bark-cookies-1760482347-1.jpg\" alt=\"Peppermint Bark Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/peppermint-bark-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Peppermint Bark Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Sally&#039;s Baking Addiction<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (23 reviews). Total Time: 3 hr. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Orange\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/peppermint-bark-chocolate-chip-cookies-1760482347.jpg\" alt=\"Peppermint Bark Chocolate Chip Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.twopeasandtheirpod.com\/peppermint-bark-chocolate-chip-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Peppermint Bark Chocolate Chip Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Two Peas &amp; Their Pod<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8 (751 reviews). Total Time: 32 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These cookies are a perfect blend of rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint, making them an irresistible holiday treat. Each bite is a delightful combination of soft, chewy cookie topped with a smooth layer of chocolate and crushed candy canes, embodying the spirit of the season in every delicious morsel.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 package of Pillsbury Refrigerated Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough<\/li>\n<li>1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup white chocolate chips<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup crushed peppermint candies<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup flour<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes these cookies stand out is their playful twist on traditional holiday flavors. The combination of chocolate and peppermint is a classic for a reason, and adding the crushed candy canes not only enhances the flavor but also adds a festive crunch. They\u2019re perfect for cookie exchanges, holiday parties, or simply enjoying with a glass of milk while watching your favorite holiday movie.<\/p>\n<p>Plus, using Pillsbury dough makes the process super easy, allowing you to focus on the fun part\u2014decorating! Once you bake the cookies to a soft golden brown, you\u2019ll drizzle the melted white chocolate on top and sprinkle them with the crushed peppermint. Your family will be begging you for the recipe, and you can proudly tell them it was a holiday creation made with love!<\/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\/peppermint-bark-cookies-sallys-baking-1760482354.jpg\" alt=\"Peppermint Bark Cookies | Sally&#039;s Baking\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=bjaEfr45NHE\" target=\"_blank\">Peppermint Bark Cookies | Sally&#039;s Baking<\/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\/these-peppermint-bark-cookies-are-festive-fun-and-totally-1760482354.jpg\" alt=\"These Peppermint Bark Cookies are festive, fun, and totally ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=lpIyGPMBOUU\" target=\"_blank\">These Peppermint Bark Cookies are festive, fun, and totally &#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\/watch-jesse-szewczyk-makes-peppermint-bark-cookies-bon-1760482354.jpg\" alt=\"Watch Jesse Szewczyk Makes Peppermint Bark Cookies | Bon ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bonappetit.com\/video\/watch\/jesse-szewczyk-makes-peppermint-bark-cookies\" target=\"_blank\">Watch Jesse Szewczyk Makes Peppermint Bark Cookies | Bon &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(bonappetit.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gingerbread_Cookie_Sandwiches_with_Cream_Cheese_Filling\"><\/span>Gingerbread Cookie Sandwiches with Cream Cheese Filling<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/6529881\/pexels-photo-6529881.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Gingerbread Cookie Sandwiches with Cream Cheese Filling\" title=\"Gingerbread Cookie Sandwiches with Cream Cheese Filling\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by RDNE Stock project on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/a-person-holding-a-creamy-donut-and-orange-juice-6529881\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:RosyBrown\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/gingerbread-cookie-sandwiches-1760482349.jpg\" alt=\"Gingerbread Cookie Sandwiches\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/somuchfoodblog.com\/gingerbread-cookie-sandwiches\/\" target=\"_blank\">Gingerbread Cookie Sandwiches<\/a><\/strong> from So Much Food<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (7 reviews). Total Time: 26 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Coral\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/gingerbread-sandwich-cookies-1760482349.jpg\" alt=\"Gingerbread Sandwich Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepioneerwoman.com\/food-cooking\/recipes\/a45896352\/gingerbread-sandwich-cookies-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\">Gingerbread Sandwich Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from The Pioneer Woman<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (1 reviews). <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Gold\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/gingerbread-sandwich-cookies-1760482349-1.jpg\" alt=\"Gingerbread Sandwich Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sugaredandstirred.com\/gingerbread-sandwich-cookies-with-cream-cheese-frosting\/\" target=\"_blank\">Gingerbread Sandwich Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Sugared &amp; Stirred<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 2 h 15 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>If you love the warm spices of gingerbread, these cookie sandwiches are a must-try! Soft, spiced gingerbread cookies come together with a creamy, tangy filling that adds a delightful contrast, creating the perfect bite-sized treat to enjoy during the holidays.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 package of Pillsbury Refrigerated Gingerbread Cookie Dough<\/li>\n<li>8 oz cream cheese, softened<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup powdered sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This recipe combines the beloved flavors of gingerbread with a luscious cream cheese filling, making it a unique addition to your holiday cookie lineup. The soft, slightly spiced cookies are easy to bake and fill, and they create a delightful surprise with every bite. The sweet and tangy cream cheese filling not only enhances the flavor but also adds a lovely texture that contrasts beautifully with the soft cookies.<\/p>\n<p>What really makes these gingerbread cookie sandwiches special is their heartwarming aroma that fills your kitchen as they bake. Whether you\u2019re enjoying them with family around the fireplace or gifting them to friends, these treats are sure to spread holiday cheer. Plus, they\u2019re a fun project to make with kids\u2014everyone can help with the filling, and you might even end up with some funny-looking but delicious sandwiches!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get ready to impress your family this season with two delightful Pillsbury holiday cookie recipes that are sure to bring joy to your festive celebrations!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":547071,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":4,"footnotes":""},"categories":[19],"tags":[2181],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-434464","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\/434464","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=434464"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/434464\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/547071"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=434464"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=434464"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=434464"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=434464"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}