{"id":443815,"date":"2025-10-16T09:29:29","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T02:29:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=443815"},"modified":"2026-01-19T17:53:14","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T10:53:14","slug":"christmas-cookie-recipes-with-margarine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cookie-recipes-with-margarine\/","title":{"rendered":"6+ Amazing Christmas Cookie Recipes with Margarine That Will Delight Your Holiday Gatherings! **"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As the holiday season approaches, the sweet scent of baking cookies brings warmth and joy to our homes. There&#8217;s something magical about sharing delicious treats with family and friends, especially when those treats are made with love. Get ready to whip up some delightful cookies that will leave everyone asking for the recipes!<\/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-margarine\/#Gingerbread_Cookies\" >Gingerbread 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-cookie-recipes-with-margarine\/#Chocolate_Peppermint_Cookies\" >Chocolate Peppermint 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-margarine\/#Snowball_Cookies\" >Snowball Cookies<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gingerbread_Cookies\"><\/span>Gingerbread Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/3522562\/pexels-photo-3522562.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Gingerbread Cookies\" title=\"Gingerbread Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Anastasia Belousova on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/greeting-card-with-candy-cane-3522562\/\" 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\/gingerbread-cookies-1760548003.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:Orange\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/gingerbread-cookies-1760548003-1.jpg\" alt=\"Gingerbread Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.loveandlemons.com\/gingerbread-cookies-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\">Gingerbread Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Love and Lemons<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (333 reviews). Total Time: 2 h 30 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\/biscotti-di-pan-di-zenzero-gingerbread-cookies-1760548003.jpg\" alt=\"Biscotti di pan di zenzero (Gingerbread cookies)\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.giallozafferano.it\/simona68\/biscotti-di-pan-di-zenzero-gingerbread-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Biscotti di pan di zenzero (Gingerbread cookies)<\/a><\/strong> from GialloZafferano Blog<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8 (59 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>These classic gingerbread cookies are bursting with warm spices and a hint of sweetness, perfect for decorating and sharing. The rich flavor comes from a blend of molasses and spices, giving them that traditional holiday taste. The use of margarine adds a slight creaminess that keeps the cookies soft while still allowing them to hold their shape.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>3 cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon baking soda<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon ground ginger<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon ground cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground cloves<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup margarine, softened<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup molasses<\/li>\n<li>1 large egg<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The dough is easy to work with and can be rolled out for fun shapes, perfect for cookie cutters. Once baked, you can let your creativity shine with decorative icing and edible glitter, making them a hit at any holiday gathering. These gingerbread cookies are not just delicious; they&#8217;re also a fun activity to enjoy with kids or friends, bringing everyone together in 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\/easy-festive-gingerbread-cookies-recipe-perfect-holiday-1760548025.jpg\" alt=\"Easy &amp; Festive Gingerbread Cookies Recipe | Perfect Holiday ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ur68U3CiRRE\" target=\"_blank\">Easy &amp; Festive Gingerbread Cookies Recipe | Perfect Holiday &#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\/classic-gingerbread-cookies-recipe-1760548025.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\/gingerbread-cookies-sallys-baking-1760548026.jpg\" alt=\"Gingerbread Cookies | Sally&#039;s Baking\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=sONi15OnAh0\" target=\"_blank\">Gingerbread Cookies | Sally&#039;s Baking<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chocolate_Peppermint_Cookies\"><\/span>Chocolate Peppermint 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 Cookies\" title=\"Chocolate Peppermint 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:LimeGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/double-chocolate-peppermint-cookies-1760548007.jpg\" alt=\"Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/inbloombakery.com\/double-chocolate-peppermint-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from In Bloom Bakery &#8211;<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (123 reviews). Total Time: 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Chartreuse\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/chewy-double-chocolate-peppermint-cookies-1760548007.jpg\" alt=\"Chewy Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/minimalistbaker.com\/chewy-double-chocolate-peppermint-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Chewy Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Minimalist Baker<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8 (160 reviews). Total Time: 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Bisque\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/double-chocolate-peppermint-cookies-1760548007-1.jpg\" alt=\"Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bromabakery.com\/white-chocolate-peppermint-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\">Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Broma Bakery<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (11 reviews). <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>If you\u2019re a chocolate lover, these cookies are a must-try! The rich chocolate flavor is perfectly complemented by refreshing peppermint, making each bite feel like a festive celebration. Using margarine gives these cookies a soft, chewy texture that pairs wonderfully with the crunch of crushed peppermint candies on top.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup margarine, softened<\/li>\n<li>1 cup granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 cup brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>2 large eggs<\/li>\n<li>2 teaspoons vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>2 cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>3\/4 cup cocoa powder<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon baking soda<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>1 cup crushed peppermint candies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These cookies are not only visually stunning with their festive red and white candy topping, but they also make for a delightful treat to share in cookie exchanges or holiday parties. The combination of chocolate and peppermint is a classic pairing that many adore, and the addition of margarine ensures they stay tender and soft for days. Every bite is a reminder of the holidays, bringing joy to those who enjoy them.<\/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\/chocolate-peppermint-cookies-food-recipe-baking-1760548029.jpg\" alt=\"Chocolate Peppermint Cookies! #food #recipe #baking ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/rosannapansino\/videos\/chocolate-peppermint-cookies-food-recipe-baking\/920939425932197\/\" target=\"_blank\">Chocolate Peppermint Cookies! #food #recipe #baking &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(facebook.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/peppermint-double-chocolate-cookies-recipe-1760548029.jpg\" alt=\"Peppermint Double Chocolate Cookies Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=JCRz1_bDSqg\" target=\"_blank\">Peppermint Double Chocolate 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\/12-days-of-cookies-day-12-chocolate-peppermint-cookies-1760548029.jpg\" alt=\"12 Days Of Cookies! 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Day 12: Chocolate Peppermint Cookies &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Snowball_Cookies\"><\/span>Snowball Cookies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/6208159\/pexels-photo-6208159.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Snowball Cookies\" title=\"Snowball Cookies\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Vladimir  Gladkov on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/preparing-snowball-cookies-6208159\/\" 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\/best-snowball-cookies-1760548016.jpg\" alt=\"Best Snowball Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/11171\/snowballs-ii\/\" target=\"_blank\">Best Snowball Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8 (675 reviews). Total Time: 45 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LawnGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/snowball-cookies-1760548016.jpg\" alt=\"Snowball Cookies\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/snowball-cookies-recipe-23604891\" target=\"_blank\">Snowball Cookies<\/a><\/strong> from The Kitchn<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (25 reviews). Total Time: 51 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\/snowball-cookies-recipe-1760548016.jpg\" alt=\"Snowball Cookies Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/snowball-cookies-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\">Snowball Cookies Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from Sally&#039;s Baking Addiction<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.6 (63 reviews). Total Time: 1 hr. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These delightful little cookies are a holiday favorite, often referred to as \u201cMexican wedding cookies\u201d or \u201cRussian tea cakes.\u201d They\u2019re buttery, melt-in-your-mouth treats rolled in powdered sugar that look just like snowballs! The margarine helps create a light and tender texture that makes these cookies irresistible.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup margarine, softened<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup powdered sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>2 cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 cup finely chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans work great)<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>Extra powdered sugar for rolling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These cookies are incredibly easy to make and require no chilling time, which means you can whip them up whenever the craving hits! Watching the powdered sugar coat the warm cookies is part of the fun, and they make a beautiful addition to any cookie platter. Plus, they\u2019re a delightful treat to enjoy with a warm cup of cocoa or coffee, making them perfect for cozy gatherings.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get ready to impress your holiday guests with three irresistible Christmas cookie recipes featuring margarine that promise to bring joy and sweetness to your festive gatherings.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":546738,"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-443815","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\/443815","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=443815"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/443815\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/546738"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=443815"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=443815"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=443815"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=443815"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}