{"id":443543,"date":"2025-10-16T09:29:28","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T02:29:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=443543"},"modified":"2026-01-19T17:53:13","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T10:53:13","slug":"christmas-butter-cookies-recipe-with-icing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-butter-cookies-recipe-with-icing\/","title":{"rendered":"3+ Best Christmas Butter Cookies with Icing: A Festive Treat to Delight Your Holiday Gatherings! **"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Christmas is the perfect time to fill your kitchen with delightful aromas and sweet treats. Among the many holiday goodies, butter cookies stand out with their rich flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Topped with colorful icing, these cookies become an irresistible centerpiece at any festive gathering.<\/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-butter-cookies-recipe-with-icing\/#Classic_Christmas_Butter_Cookies\" >Classic Christmas Butter 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\/christmas-butter-cookies-recipe-with-icing\/#Spiced_Gingerbread_Butter_Cookies\" >Spiced Gingerbread Butter Cookies<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Classic_Christmas_Butter_Cookies\"><\/span>Classic Christmas Butter Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/19132887\/pexels-photo-19132887.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Classic Christmas Butter Cookies\" title=\"Classic Christmas Butter Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Frank Schrader on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/close-up-of-home-made-cookies-german-style-spitzbuben-with-marmelade-19132887\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:PaleVioletRed\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/christmas-butter-cookies-1760546907.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Butter Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mycountrytable.com\/butter-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Christmas Butter Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from My Country Table<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (6 reviews). Total Time: 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightGoldenRodYellow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/old-fashioned-christmas-butter-cookies-1760546907.jpg\" alt=\"Old Fashioned Christmas Butter Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/steamandbake.com\/simple-old-fashioned-christmas-butter-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Old Fashioned Christmas Butter Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Steam &amp; Bake<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 50 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightSalmon\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/best-butter-cookie-recipe-1760546907.jpg\" alt=\"Best Butter Cookie Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smalltownwoman.com\/best-butter-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Best Butter Cookie Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from Small Town Woman<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (35 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 classic butter cookies are a staple during the holiday season. With a rich, buttery flavor that practically melts in your mouth, they\u2019re the perfect canvas for colorful icing and festive decorations. Made using a simple creaming technique, they come together quickly and easily, making them a favorite for bakers of all ages.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 \u00be cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>\u00be cup granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 large egg<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon baking powder<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>Royal icing (for decoration)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes these butter cookies so special is their versatility. You can shape them into festive holiday figures like stars, trees, or even ornaments. The icing adds a sweet finish and allows for endless creativity; let your imagination run wild with colors and designs! Plus, these cookies make great gifts, as they can be beautifully packaged and shared with loved ones, spreading joy along with their sweet flavors.<\/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\/4-ingredient-italian-christmas-cookies-easy-butter-1760546922.jpg\" alt=\"4-Ingredient Italian CHRISTMAS COOKIES | Easy Butter ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ATqMm4lHKgg\" target=\"_blank\">4-Ingredient Italian CHRISTMAS COOKIES | Easy Butter &#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-christmas-butter-cookies-at-homeeasy-butter-1760546922.jpg\" alt=\"How to make Christmas Butter Cookies at HomeEasy Butter ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Qry0ESRHDeY\" target=\"_blank\">How to make Christmas Butter Cookies at HomeEasy Butter &#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-christmas-butter-cookiessimple-butter-cookies-1760546922.jpg\" alt=\"How to make Christmas Butter Cookies\/Simple Butter Cookies ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=GKRsq6Z-7ZI\" target=\"_blank\">How to make Christmas Butter Cookies\/Simple Butter Cookies &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spiced_Gingerbread_Butter_Cookies\"><\/span>Spiced Gingerbread Butter Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/2934200\/pexels-photo-2934200.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Spiced Gingerbread Butter Cookies\" title=\"Spiced Gingerbread Butter Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Nikolett Emmert on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/baked-cookies-2934200\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:PaleTurquoise\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/gingerbread-cookies-1760546916.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 h 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Linen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/spiced-cut-out-gingerbread-cookies-1760546916.jpg\" alt=\"Spiced Cut Out Gingerbread Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/peanutbutterandjulie.com\/gingerbread-bat\/\" target=\"_blank\">Spiced Cut Out Gingerbread Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Peanut Butter and Julie<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (10 reviews). Total Time: 33 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Crimson\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/spicy-ginger-cookies-1760546916.jpg\" alt=\"Spicy Ginger Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/241025\/spicy-ginger-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Spicy Ginger Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8 (17 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>Imagine the warmth of a cozy fireplace while enjoying a cookie that brings together the flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg. The spiced gingerbread butter cookies are an exciting twist on the traditional butter cookie, adding a hint of holiday spice to each bite. They are perfect for those who love a little warmth and depth in their holiday treats.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 \u00bd cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>1 cup brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 large egg<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons molasses<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground ginger<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon nutmeg<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon baking soda<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>Royal icing (for decoration)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These cookies stand out for their perfect balance of sweetness and spice, making them a delightful surprise on any cookie platter. The addition of molasses gives them a chewy texture that contrasts beautifully with the crisp edges. Decorating them with royal icing creates a beautiful presentation, making them not only delicious but also a feast for the eyes. Sharing these spiced cookies can spark memories of the holiday season, warming hearts and filling bellies with joy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Indulge in the joy of the season with these two delightful butter cookie recipes adorned with festive icing that will surely elevate your holiday gatherings and leave everyone asking for more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":546762,"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-443543","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\/443543","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=443543"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/443543\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/546762"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=443543"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=443543"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=443543"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=443543"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}