{"id":441521,"date":"2025-10-16T09:29:32","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T02:29:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=441521"},"modified":"2026-01-19T17:53:13","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T10:53:13","slug":"christmas-cookie-recipes-with-frosting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-frosting\/","title":{"rendered":"6+ Amazing Christmas Cookie Recipes with Frosting That Will Delight Your Holiday Guests! **"},"content":{"rendered":"<article>\n<p>As the holiday season approaches, the smell of fresh cookies baking fills the air, creating a warm and cheerful atmosphere. What could be better than sharing sweet treats with family and friends? In this article, you&#8217;ll discover three delightful cookie recipes topped with frosting that will surely impress your holiday guests!<\/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\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-frosting\/#Gingerbread_Men_with_Royal_Icing\" >Gingerbread Men with Royal Icing<\/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\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-frosting\/#Peppermint_Bark_Cookies\" >Peppermint Bark 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\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-frosting\/#Eggnog_Sugar_Cookies\" >Eggnog Sugar Cookies<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gingerbread_Men_with_Royal_Icing\"><\/span>Gingerbread Men with Royal Icing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/3309805\/pexels-photo-3309805.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Gingerbread Men with Royal Icing\" title=\"Gingerbread Men with Royal Icing\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Jill Wellington on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/top-view-of-gingerbread-cookies-laid-flat-on-a-wooden-table-3309805\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:CadetBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/decorated-gingerbread-cookies-1760538942.jpg\" alt=\"Decorated Gingerbread Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thekiwicountrygirl.com\/gingerbread-cookies-with-royal-icing\/\" target=\"_blank\">Decorated Gingerbread Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from The Kiwi Country Girl<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (10 reviews). <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Ivory\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/gingerbread-cookies-with-royal-icing-1760538943.jpg\" alt=\"Gingerbread Cookies with Royal Icing\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/chelsweets.com\/gingerbread-cookies-with-royal-icing\/\" target=\"_blank\">Gingerbread Cookies with Royal Icing<\/a><\/strong> from Chelsweets<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.5 (24 reviews). Total Time: 2 h 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightGray\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/gingerbread-men-1760538943.jpg\" alt=\"Gingerbread Men\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sugarspunrun.com\/gingerbread-men\/\" target=\"_blank\">Gingerbread Men<\/a><\/strong> from Sugar Spun Run<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (217 reviews). Total Time: 3 h 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These classic gingerbread men cookies are wonderfully spiced and have a delightful crunch. The royal icing adds a festive touch and allows for creative decorating, making them perfect for holiday gatherings.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>3 cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon ground ginger<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon ground cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 tablespoon ground cloves<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon baking soda<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup molasses<\/li>\n<li>1 large egg<\/li>\n<li>2 cups powdered sugar (for icing)<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup water (for icing)<\/li>\n<li>Food coloring (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The combination of spices in these gingerbread men creates a warm and inviting aroma that fills your kitchen. The dough is rolled out and cut into fun shapes, and once baked, they are ready for some creative decorating! The royal icing hardens nicely, allowing you to create intricate designs that are as beautiful as they are delicious.<\/p>\n<p>People love these cookies not just for their fantastic flavor but also for the joy of decorating them. They&#8217;re perfect for cookie decorating parties or as gifts in festive tins. Plus, they make for a fun holiday tradition that families can enjoy together!<\/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\/decorate-a-gingerbread-family-with-me-step-by-step-tutorial-1760538969.jpg\" alt=\"Decorate a Gingerbread Family With Me - Step by Step Tutorial\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Y5wsQHe6xmw\" target=\"_blank\">Decorate a Gingerbread Family With Me &#8211; Step by Step Tutorial<\/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\/gingerbread-man-christmascookies-royalicing-1760538969.jpg\" alt=\"gingerbread man #christmascookies #royalicing ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/shorts\/lwVnWStZWpc\" target=\"_blank\">gingerbread man #christmascookies #royalicing &#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\/decorating-gingerbread-cookies-with-royal-icing-1760538969.jpg\" alt=\"Decorating Gingerbread Cookies With Royal Icing\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=dkGxcwJSXgM\" target=\"_blank\">Decorating Gingerbread Cookies With Royal Icing<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peppermint_Bark_Cookies\"><\/span>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=\"Peppermint Bark Cookies\" title=\"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:CornflowerBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/peppermint-bark-cookies-1760538950.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:Snow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/peppermint-bark-cookies-1760538950-1.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:LightCoral\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/peppermint-bark-chocolate-chip-cookies-1760538950.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 delightful mash-up of classic chocolate cookies and festive peppermint. Topped with a creamy frosting and crushed peppermint candies, they are a holiday treat that everyone will love.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder<\/li>\n<li>1 cup all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon baking powder<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon baking soda<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>1 cup granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 large egg<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons milk (for frosting)<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon peppermint extract (for frosting)<\/li>\n<li>Crushed peppermint candies (for topping)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These cookies are soft and chewy, with a rich chocolate flavor that pairs perfectly with the crisp peppermint. The creamy frosting adds a luscious texture, while the crushed peppermint candies provide a satisfying crunch. Just imagine biting into these cookies and getting that refreshing burst of mint \u2013 it\u2019s pure holiday magic!<\/p>\n<p>What makes these cookies stand out is their festive appearance and unique flavor combination. They\u2019re not only delicious but also visually appealing, making them a great choice for cookie platters during holiday parties. Your guests will be raving about them long after the holiday season is over!<\/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-1760538973.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\/cookies-that-taste-like-peppermint-bark-1760538973.jpg\" alt=\"Cookies that Taste like Peppermint Bark\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=AfOYXIDsIes\" target=\"_blank\">Cookies that Taste like Peppermint Bark<\/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-1760538973.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=\"Eggnog_Sugar_Cookies\"><\/span>Eggnog Sugar Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/5618052\/pexels-photo-5618052.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Eggnog Sugar Cookies\" title=\"Eggnog Sugar Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Pavel Danilyuk on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/two-girls-making-christmas-cookies-5618052\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:PaleGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/eggnog-sugar-cookies-1760538964.jpg\" alt=\"Eggnog Sugar Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/weelicious.com\/eggnog-sugar-cookies-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\">Eggnog Sugar Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Weelicious<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 3.9 (10 reviews). Total Time: 1 hr 5 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:PapayaWhip\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/soft-eggnog-sugar-cookies-with-whipped-eggnog-frosting-1760538964.jpg\" alt=\"Soft Eggnog Sugar Cookies with Whipped Eggnog Frosting\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.melskitchencafe.com\/eggnog-sugar-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Soft Eggnog Sugar Cookies with Whipped Eggnog Frosting<\/a><\/strong> from Mel&#039;s Kitchen Cafe<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (30 reviews). Total Time: 33 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:SandyBrown\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/soft-chewy-eggnog-sugar-cookies-1760538964.jpg\" alt=\"Soft &amp; Chewy Eggnog Sugar Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/beyondfrosting.com\/eggnog-sugar-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Soft &amp; Chewy Eggnog Sugar Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Beyond Frosting<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (1 reviews). Total Time: 55 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These eggnog sugar cookies are a festive twist on the classic sugar cookie, infused with the flavors of nutmeg and vanilla. Topped with a smooth and creamy eggnog frosting, they\u2019re an indulgent treat that captures the essence of the holiday season.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 3\/4 cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon baking powder<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon nutmeg<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>1 1\/2 cups granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 large egg<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons eggnog (for frosting)<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 teaspoon nutmeg (for frosting)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The dough for these cookies is soft and easy to work with, making it simple to roll out and cut into your favorite shapes. Once baked, they are topped with a luscious eggnog frosting that adds a creamy finish and a sprinkle of nutmeg for that extra festive touch. The combination of flavors is reminiscent of sipping on a cozy glass of eggnog by the fire!<\/p>\n<p>These cookies are not only delicious but also evoke feelings of nostalgia, making them a favorite among holiday bakers. They are perfect for cookie exchanges or as a sweet addition to your holiday dessert table. Your guests will appreciate the unique flavor and delightful texture of these seasonal treats!<\/p>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get ready to impress your holiday guests with three delightful Christmas cookie recipes featuring festive frosting that will make your celebrations even sweeter!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":546675,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":2,"footnotes":""},"categories":[19],"tags":[2181],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-441521","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\/441521","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=441521"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/441521\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/546675"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=441521"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=441521"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=441521"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=441521"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}