{"id":443015,"date":"2025-10-16T09:29:31","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T02:29:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=443015"},"modified":"2026-01-19T17:53:13","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T10:53:13","slug":"christmas-cookie-recipes-with-buttermilk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-buttermilk\/","title":{"rendered":"3+ Homemade Buttermilk Christmas Cookie Recipes That Will Delight Your Holiday Gatherings **"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The holiday season is all about warmth, joy, and delicious treats that bring people together. Imagine the comforting scent of cookies baking in the oven, filling your home with festive cheer. With these delightful buttermilk cookie recipes, you\u2019ll create sweet memories that your friends and family will cherish for years to come.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 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-buttermilk\/#Buttermilk_Sugar_Cookies\" >Buttermilk 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-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-buttermilk\/#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-buttermilk\/#Buttermilk_Gingerbread_Cookies\" >Buttermilk Gingerbread 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-buttermilk\/#Ingredients-2\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Buttermilk_Sugar_Cookies\"><\/span>Buttermilk Sugar Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/34275122\/pexels-photo-34275122.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Buttermilk Sugar Cookies\" title=\"Buttermilk Sugar Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Laurin Diaz on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/chocolate-chip-muffins-in-baking-tray-34275122\/\" 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\/grandma-amicos-buttermilk-sugar-cookie-cutouts-1760544810.jpg\" alt=\"Grandma Amico&#039;s Buttermilk Sugar Cookie Cutouts\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/276802\/grandma-amicos-buttermilk-sugar-cookie-cutouts\/\" target=\"_blank\">Grandma Amico&#039;s Buttermilk Sugar Cookie Cutouts<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.5 (6 reviews). Total Time: 2 h 40 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Chocolate\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/soft-buttermilk-sugar-cookies-1760544811.jpg\" alt=\"Soft Buttermilk Sugar Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tastesoflizzyt.com\/soft-buttermilk-sugar-cookies-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\">Soft Buttermilk Sugar Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Tastes of Lizzy T<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (34 reviews). Total Time: 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Gold\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/buttermilk-sugar-cookies-recipe-1760544811.jpg\" alt=\"Buttermilk Sugar Cookies Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/familycookierecipes.com\/buttermilk-sugar-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Buttermilk Sugar Cookies Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from Family Cookie Recipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (9 reviews). Total Time: 1 h 20 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These soft and chewy sugar cookies are a holiday classic, bringing a touch of sweetness to your gatherings. Their buttery flavor paired with the tang of buttermilk makes them melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Each bite is like a warm hug, perfect for sharing at parties or cozy family nights.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients\"><\/span>Ingredients:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>2 \u00be cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 tsp baking powder<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd tsp baking soda<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc tsp salt<\/li>\n<li>1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>1 \u00bd cups granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 large egg<\/li>\n<li>1 tsp vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup buttermilk<\/li>\n<li>Sprinkles or colored sugar for decoration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes these cookies special is the buttermilk that gives them a unique flavor and a tender crumb, setting them apart from typical sugar cookies. You can decorate them with colorful sprinkles or icing to add a festive touch, making them not only delicious but also visually appealing. These cookies are a hit with kids and adults alike, and they disappear fast at any holiday gathering!<\/p>\n<p>Making these cookies is a breeze! You\u2019ll start by creaming the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, then add in your egg and vanilla. After mixing in the dry ingredients and the buttermilk, scoop the dough onto a baking sheet and sprinkle with your favorite decorations before baking. The result? A soft, sweet treat that perfectly captures the spirit of the season.<\/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\/amish-churchbuttermilk-cookies-read-the-description-for-1760544823.jpg\" alt=\"Amish Church\/Buttermilk Cookies | Read the Description for ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=1QJSu3bmnYo\" target=\"_blank\">Amish Church\/Buttermilk Cookies | Read the Description for &#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\/paulas-kitchen-episode-12-amish-buttermilk-cookies-1760544823.jpg\" alt=\"Paula&#039;s Kitchen Episode 12: Amish Buttermilk Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=DQuyvH2HzGw\" target=\"_blank\">Paula&#039;s Kitchen Episode 12: Amish Buttermilk 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\/how-to-make-buttermilk-sugar-cookies-1760544823.jpg\" alt=\"How To Make Buttermilk Sugar Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=8hhNqDAV4Dg\" target=\"_blank\">How To Make Buttermilk Sugar Cookies<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Buttermilk_Gingerbread_Cookies\"><\/span>Buttermilk Gingerbread Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/5702943\/pexels-photo-5702943.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Buttermilk Gingerbread Cookies\" title=\"Buttermilk Gingerbread Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by KATRIN  BOLOVTSOVA on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/brown-and-white-house-shape-cookies-and-a-cake-5702943\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Tomato\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/favorite-gingerbread-cookies-1760544818.jpg\" alt=\"Favorite Gingerbread Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/buttermilkbysam.com\/favorite-gingerbread-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Favorite Gingerbread Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Buttermilk by Sam<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (2 reviews). 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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>Spice up your holiday cookie platter with these delightful buttermilk gingerbread cookies. The warm spices and rich molasses create a flavor profile that\u2019s both comforting and festive. With a soft texture and the perfect balance of sweetness and spice, these cookies are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.<\/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>3 \u00bc cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 tsp baking soda<\/li>\n<li>1 tbsp ground ginger<\/li>\n<li>1 tbsp ground cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd tsp ground cloves<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd tsp salt<\/li>\n<li>1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>1 cup brown sugar, packed<\/li>\n<li>1 large egg<\/li>\n<li>\u00be cup unsulfured molasses<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup buttermilk<\/li>\n<li>Royal icing for decorating (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What sets these gingerbread cookies apart is the addition of buttermilk, which makes them incredibly moist and flavorful. The combination of spices brings warmth and nostalgia, reminding us of cozy holiday gatherings. These cookies are perfect for decorating with royal icing, making them a fun project for family and friends to enjoy together.<\/p>\n<p>To make these delightful gingerbread cookies, you\u2019ll start by combining the dry ingredients in one bowl and creaming together the butter and brown sugar in another. Then, mix in the egg and molasses, followed by the dry ingredients and buttermilk. Roll out the dough, cut it into shapes, and bake until they\u2019re just set and fragrant. Whether enjoyed plain or dressed up with icing, these cookies are sure to bring holiday cheer!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get ready to impress your holiday guests with these two irresistible homemade buttermilk cookie recipes that are sure to become festive favorites.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":546710,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":5,"footnotes":""},"categories":[19],"tags":[2181],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-443015","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\/443015","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=443015"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/443015\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/546710"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=443015"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=443015"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=443015"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=443015"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}