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Published: November 7, 2020 | Last Updated: November 10, 2020 | Author: Lois

3-Ingredient Christmas Cookies

The first thing that comes to my mind when celebrating the holidays are Christmas cookies. But lately we don’t seem to have the time it takes to bake the elaborate cookies we grew up with so many years ago. Easy 3-Ingredient Christmas Cookies like the Oreo Cookie Truffles won’t take long at all to bake. They will definitely get in you in the mood for Christmas.

Sprinkle cookies, chocolate cookies and coconut cookies all made with only 3 ingredients.

From family get-together’s to holiday work parties, there are so many reasons to celebrate during the holiday season. And most of these parties require you to bring a dish or dessert to the event.

This year, take the stress off your holiday baking with the help of a few great recipes for 3-ingredient Christmas cookies. All these simple recipes are quick and easy ways to make sweet treats for all your holiday get-together’s.

If you plan on giving any of these recipes as gifts, make sure you check out the Free Printable Recipe Cards or the printable Christmas Gift Tags. These are perfect for all your home baked gift giving this year.

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Here is everything you need to bake the best cookies!

  • Cookie scoops
  • Large baking tray with flat edge
  • Cookie cutters
  • Parchment Baking Sheets

3-Ingredient Christmas Cookies

Shortbread Cookies – One of my favorite Christmas cookie recipes, Shortbread Cookies. These are made in the shape of hearts, but you can easily use a different shaped cookie cutter. Make sure you dip them in melted chocolate!

Gingerbread Cookies – With the help of cake mix, you can make adorable gingerbread cookies. This easy recipe from The Country Chic Cottage is a great way to enjoy a classic holiday cookie.

Coconut Macaroons – Did you know you can make delicious macaroons using just three ingredients? Try this simple recipe for coconut macaroons from Little Sweet Baker. It’s probably the easiest way to make this popular cookie during the holidays.

Peanut Butter Cookies – There’s no flour in these easy three-ingredient peanut butter cookies from Our Crafty Mom. With just three pantry staples, you can whip up a delicious batch of cookies.

Heart shaped cookies, Funfetti cookies, peanut butter cookies and chocolate oatmeal cookies all have 3 ingredients.

Almond Cookie Recipe – Mixing just three simple ingredients together, you can make a batch of beautiful Christmas cookies this year. This simple almond cookie recipe from A Baking Journey would make a delicious sweet treat for any holiday celebration.

Homemade Oreos – This simple recipe for homemade Oreos from Crave the Good. It’s an easy way to make your favorite chocolate sandwich cookie from scratch.

Cake Mix Cookies

Coca Cola Cake Mix Cookies – Combine soda and cake mix to create a sweet treat from Two Kids and a Coupon. These Coca Cola cake mix cookies are an easy way to make a sweet snack without the need for multiple ingredients.

3 Ingredient Funfetti Cookies – Add a pop of color with these three-ingredient funfetti cookies are the answer! The sprinkles inside add festive colors to each bite.

Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies -Cake mix is a must-have ingredient when making easy cookies. Chocolate cake mix cookies from Baking Beauty, transforms cake mix into delicious cookies with just a handful of ingredients.

Lemon Cookies – If you enjoy lemon cookies, you’ll love this easy three-ingredient cookie recipe! Use lemon cake mix to make your own batch of tart cookies using this recipe from Crayons and Cravings.

Christmas Cake Mix Cookies – With just two additional ingredients, you can transform cake mix into a cute batch of cookies. Mix in some Christmas sprinkles, you have adorable Christmas Funfetti cake mix cookies from The Stress Free Christmas.

4 different cookies that only have 3 ingredients!

No-Bake Christmas Cookies

Strawberry Christmas Trees – Use chocolate covered strawberries and Oreo cookies to create an adorable Christmas cookie this year. These strawberry Christmas trees from Amanda’s Cookin’ are a fun cookie idea the whole family can make together.

Strawberry Truffles – All you need is chocolate, cream, and strawberries to create a delicious bite-sized treat. These strawberry truffles from Bacon is Magic is a delicious chocolate cookie with minimal ingredients.

No-Bake Butterscotch Haystacks – What’s better than finding a delicious three ingredient cookie? How about a yummy two-ingredient cookie! To make these easy no-bake butterscotch haystacks from Life Begins with Dessert, you need just two simple ingredients.

Oreo Cookie Truffles – only 3 ingredients, well four if you count the fun sprinkles used to decorate.

No-Bake Chocolate Cookies – Make your own three-ingredient vegan cookies for no bake chocolate cookies from Vegan on Board. Combine dark chocolate, tahini and oats to create these easy cookies in a matter of minutes.

4 different recipes that only need 3 ingredients to bake and enjoy for the holidays.

Ready for more great cookie recipes?

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These cookie recipes will be great for hosting a cookie exchange. You can even use them to give cookies as gifts to neighbors. Or just bake for your own family. Check out my Amazon Christmas Shop for ideas on how to package food gifts.

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Easy Tips for Packaging Christmas Cookies

Here are some great ideas for packaging the Christmas cookies to give as gifts to family, friends and neighbors.

20-Pack Pie Boxes with Window, 9More InformationHayley Cherie - Gift Rustic Treat Boxes with Ribbons and Thank You Stickers (20 Pack) - 6.5 x 4 x 4 inches - Thick 400gsm Card - for Goodies, Candy, Parties, Christmas, Birthdays, Weddings (Kraft)More InformationOurWarm 12 Pack Christmas Cookie Boxes with Window, Large Holiday Food Bakery Treat Boxes for Gift Giving, Pastry, Candy, Party Favors, Christmas Kraft Gift Boxes with Ribbons and DIY Gift TagsMore Information24 PACK Christmas Bakery Boxes with Window Cookie Boxes for Gift Giving 6x6x3 inch by NPLUX (White)More InformationTOMNK 28 Pieces Christmas Cookie Boxes Baking Box with Window for Pastries, Cupcakes, Candy, Holiday Bakery Treat and Party Favor 8.3 x 5.9 x3.7 InchesMore InformationTOMNK 28 Pack Christmas Treat Boxes 3D Xmas House Cardboard Gable Gift Boxes for Candy, Holiday Party Favor Supplies, Crafting and Cookie Boxes 6 x 3.5 x 3.5 InchesMore Information

 

Cookie Labels

A fun way to seal the packaging for your Christmas cookies is to use these stickers. I love the “From the Kitchen” stickers.

From the Kitchen Of Labels, Red and Green Baking Stickers, Mixer Christmas Stickers (40 count, 2 INCHES round)More InformationFrom the kitchen of - Holiday Baking LabelsMore Information36 From the Kitchen Labels, Red Custom Made For You stickers, Red Quatra foil Homemade Kitchen LabelsMore InformationMade With Love Labels, Canning Labels, Red and Green Baking Labels, From the Kitchen Stickers, Christmas Stickers (40 count, 2 INCH ROUND)More Information500Pcs Homemade with Love Stickers Perforated Roll Sticker Labels Home Kitchen Stickers 1.5 Inch 9 DesignsMore Information2More Information600 Baked with Love Stickers 1.5More Information1.5More InformationRAVS Jar Stickers for Homemade Jam,Honey and More,Canning Labels for Mason Jars and More,Homemade with Love Stickers with Lines for Writing.500pcs Per Roll.More Information

 


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