{"id":441722,"date":"2025-10-16T09:29:32","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T02:29:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=441722"},"modified":"2026-01-19T17:53:13","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T10:53:13","slug":"christmas-cookie-recipes-with-royal-icing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-royal-icing\/","title":{"rendered":"6+ Quick Christmas Cookie Recipes with Royal Icing to Delight Your Holiday Guests **"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The holiday season is the perfect time to bake and share sweet treats that bring joy and warmth. Imagine the delightful aroma of freshly baked cookies wafting through your home, enticing friends and family alike. With these quick cookie recipes topped with beautiful royal icing, you\u2019ll be ready to impress everyone at your holiday gatherings!<\/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-royal-icing\/#Gingerbread_Men_Cookies\" >Gingerbread Men Cookies<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-royal-icing\/#Ingredients\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/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-royal-icing\/#Snowflake_Sugar_Cookies\" >Snowflake Sugar Cookies<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-royal-icing\/#Ingredients-2\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-royal-icing\/#Chocolate_Peppermint_Crinkle_Cookies\" >Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle Cookies<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-royal-icing\/#Ingredients-3\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gingerbread_Men_Cookies\"><\/span>Gingerbread Men Cookies<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 Cookies\" title=\"Gingerbread Men Cookies\" \/><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:HotPink\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/gingerbread-cookies-1760539719.jpg\" alt=\"Gingerbread Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/best-gingerbread-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Gingerbread Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Sally&#039;s Baking Addiction<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (388 reviews). Total Time: 4 hr 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Pink\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/gingerbread-man-cookies-1760539719.jpg\" alt=\"Gingerbread Man Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tastesbetterfromscratch.com\/gingerbread-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Gingerbread Man Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Tastes Better From Scratch<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 3.8 (243 reviews). Total Time: 35 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\/best-gingerbread-men-cookies-1760539719.jpg\" alt=\"Best Gingerbread Men Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/230238\/gingerbread-men-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Best Gingerbread Men Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (403 reviews). Total Time: 4 hr 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 bursting with warm spices and a touch of sweetness, making them a festive favorite. The dough is simple to prepare and can be rolled out to create charmingly decorated gingerbread figures. The best part? You can get creative with the royal icing to make each cookie unique!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients\"><\/span>Ingredients:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\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 teaspoon baking soda<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>1 cup brown sugar, packed<\/li>\n<li>1 egg<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>Royal icing (powdered sugar, egg whites, and water)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes these gingerbread men cookies so special is not just their delightful flavor, but the memories they create. Decorating them can be a fun family activity, with everyone joining in to pipe on icing, add sprinkles, or even create little outfits! Plus, they make great gifts when packaged in festive boxes or tins, spreading holiday cheer to friends and neighbors.<\/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\/classic-gingerbread-cookies-recipe-1760539750.jpg\" alt=\"Classic Gingerbread Cookies Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=brZVMqRlc5w\" target=\"_blank\">Classic Gingerbread 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-most-flavorful-gingerbread-man-youll-ever-have-1760539750.jpg\" alt=\"The Most Flavorful Gingerbread Man You&#039;ll Ever Have\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=EsQfvTp5HfY\" target=\"_blank\">The Most Flavorful Gingerbread Man You&#039;ll Ever Have<\/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-cookie-recipe-laura-vitale-laura-in-the-1760539750.jpg\" alt=\"Gingerbread Man Cookie Recipe - Laura Vitale - Laura in the ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=YI6mtEfwV1w\" target=\"_blank\">Gingerbread Man Cookie Recipe &#8211; Laura Vitale &#8211; Laura in the &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Snowflake_Sugar_Cookies\"><\/span>Snowflake Sugar Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/6210873\/pexels-photo-6210873.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Snowflake Sugar Cookies\" title=\"Snowflake Sugar Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Tim Douglas on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/set-of-delicious-homemade-gingerbread-decorated-with-traditional-christmas-symbols-6210873\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Peru\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/christmas-sugar-cookies-recipe-with-easy-icing-1760539733.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 hr 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:DeepPink\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/easy-sugar-cookies-sugar-cookie-frosting-1760539733.jpg\" alt=\"Easy Sugar Cookies &amp; Sugar Cookie Frosting\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sugarspunrun.com\/easy-sugar-cookie-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\">Easy Sugar Cookies &amp; Sugar Cookie Frosting<\/a><\/strong> from Sugar Spun Run<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (17 reviews). Total Time: 3 hr 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:ForestGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/how-to-make-royal-icing-1760539734.jpg\" alt=\"How to Make Royal Icing\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bakabee.com\/christmas-sugar-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">How to Make Royal Icing<\/a><\/strong> from Bake with Bakabee<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 18 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These snowflake sugar cookies are light, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. With their elegant shapes and soft texture, they are perfect for holiday gatherings and look stunning when adorned with royal icing. The simplicity of the sugar cookie base allows the icing to shine, making these cookies a true showstopper.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients-2\"><\/span>Ingredients:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>2 \u00be cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon baking powder<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>1 \u00bd cups granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 egg<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>Royal icing (powdered sugar, egg whites, and water)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The beauty of these snowflake sugar cookies lies in their versatility. You can use different colored icing to create a whole variety of designs, making each cookie a unique piece of art. They are not just tasty treats; they can also serve as beautiful decorations on your dessert table, adding a festive touch to your holiday celebrations.<\/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-snowflake-cookies-satisfying-decorating-of-1760539755.jpg\" alt=\"EASY SNOWFLAKE COOKIES ~ Satisfying Decorating of ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=rir2aregsHA\" target=\"_blank\">EASY SNOWFLAKE COOKIES ~ Satisfying Decorating of &#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\/how-to-make-a-snowflake-sugar-cookie-with-royal-icing-1760539755.jpg\" alt=\"How to make a snowflake sugar cookie with royal icing!\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nXKBFM-kAhQ\" target=\"_blank\">How to make a snowflake sugar cookie with royal icing!<\/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\/snowflake-cookies-recipe-how-to-decorate-sugar-cookies-1760539755.jpg\" alt=\"Snowflake Cookies Recipe | How to Decorate Sugar Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=NPlSFdkKTgM\" target=\"_blank\">Snowflake Cookies Recipe | How to Decorate Sugar Cookies<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chocolate_Peppermint_Crinkle_Cookies\"><\/span>Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle 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=\"Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle Cookies\" title=\"Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle 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:ForestGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/chocolate-peppermint-crinkle-cookies-1760539741.jpg\" alt=\"Chocolate-Peppermint Crinkle Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/284886\/chocolate-peppermint-crinkle-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Chocolate-Peppermint Crinkle Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.3 (11 reviews). Total Time: 1 hr 40 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:SeaShell\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/chocolate-peppermint-crinkle-cookies-1760539741-1.jpg\" alt=\"Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fromvalerieskitchen.com\/chocolate-peppermint-crinkles\/\" target=\"_blank\">Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Valerie&#039;s Kitchen<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (17 reviews). Total Time: 32 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Cornsilk\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/peppermint-crinkle-cookies-1760539741.jpg\" alt=\"Peppermint Crinkle Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bromabakery.com\/peppermint-crinkle-cookies-but-like-actually-brookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Peppermint Crinkle Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Broma Bakery<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (1 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>Indulge in the rich, chocolatey goodness of these chocolate peppermint crinkle cookies, which are sure to be a hit! The combination of dark cocoa powder and a hint of peppermint creates a flavor explosion that\u2019s both comforting and refreshing. Their crinkly tops, dusted with powdered sugar, pair perfectly with a drizzle of royal icing for added flair.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients-3\"><\/span>Ingredients:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup unsweetened cocoa powder<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon baking powder<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>1 cup granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup unsalted butter, melted<\/li>\n<li>2 large eggs<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon peppermint extract<\/li>\n<li>Powdered sugar for rolling<\/li>\n<li>Royal icing (powdered sugar, egg whites, and water)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These cookies are not just delicious; they are a delightful way to enjoy the flavors of the season. The soft, chewy texture combined with the refreshing peppermint makes them irresistible. They also make for an excellent conversation starter at holiday parties, as the crinkly texture and festive appearance captivate everyone\u2019s attention!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get ready to impress your holiday guests with these three delightful Christmas cookie recipes adorned with beautiful royal icing that are sure to make your festivities even sweeter!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":546685,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[19],"tags":[2181],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-441722","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\/441722","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=441722"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/441722\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/546685"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=441722"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=441722"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=441722"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=441722"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}