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Is it just us, or have holiday party invitations already started to roll in? Suddenly, there\u2019s no shortage of cocktail hours, gift-wrapping parties, and cookie swaps that usually come with the need for a baked good or two. Thankfully, we have more than 2,000 cookie recipes on our site\u2014and so we sifted through them all for the best recipes for swapping, gifting, and eating this season.<\/p>\n

We of course included the classics like thumbprints, spritz, and gingerbread, but we\u2019ve also included some new recipes that are guaranteed to be the stars of any gathering, big or small. Not only are these treats crowd-pleasers, but they\u2019re also make-ahead friendly, easy to transport, and perfect for batching\u2014whether you\u2019re swapping dozens or just keeping a few for yourself. Trust us, you\u2019ll want to bake these whether or not you\u2019ve got a party on the calendar.<\/p>\n

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1. Salted Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies<\/a>
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A twist on the classic chocolate chip cookie, Danielle Oron\u2019s<\/a> recipe combines the nutty richness of tahini with the perfect balance of sweet and salty. Make sure to add extra flaky salt on top to really enhance all the flavors.<\/p>\n

2. Brownie Whoopie Pies<\/a>
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Paola Velez’s brownie whoopie pies are perfect for anyone who loves a good mix of cookie and cake in one bit. While they\u2019re not technically a traditional holiday cookie, we don\u2019t think anyone at the cookie swap will mind.<\/p>\n

3. Holiday Crinkle Cookies<\/a>
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A holiday staple, these crinkle cookies have a light fudgy center and powdered sugar coating that gives them a snowy, festive look. We guarantee they’ll disappear in no time.<\/p>\n

4. Snowball Cookies<\/a>
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If you\u2019re going to make a snowball cookie, we highly recommend using celebrity pastry chef Duff Goldman\u2019s recipe. They\u2019re the quintessential holiday treat\u2014buttery, crumbly, and dusted in extra powdered sugar.<\/p>\n

5. Swedish Pecan Praline Cookies<\/a>
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These traditional Swedish cookies are a delightful balance of crunchy pecans and sweet caramelized pralines. The result is a perfect mix of a buttery shortbread and rich toffee<\/a>. Once again, flaky sea salt<\/a> is the perfect finishing touch.<\/p>\n

6. Classic Sugar Cookies<\/a>
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These roll out sugar cookies from Erin Jeanne McDowell<\/a> have a soft and buttery center with a crisp outer edge. The most joyous party is that you can decorate<\/a> them with sprinkles, icing, or cut into festive shapes<\/a>\u2014choose your own holiday adventure<\/p>\n

7. Fruitcake Cookies<\/a>
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For those who love the flavors of a fruitcake<\/a>, but want a lower effort, more portable version, these fruitcake cookies deliver all that and more. It\u2019s all the dried fruit, nuts, and spices in a chewy bite-sized form, with lots of room for customization.<\/p>\n

8. Leftover Halloween Candy Cookies<\/a>
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If you still have leftover Halloween candy (or are starting to get holiday candy), we recommend chopping it up and making a batch of Nea\u2019s<\/a> cookies. You can customize these however you want by mixing in a variety of chocolate bits to the buttery dough.<\/p>\n

9. Red Velvet Cookies<\/a>
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Our theory: You can\u2019t go wrong with a red velvet anything. These cookies are guaranteed crowd-pleasers with their soft, slightly tangy dough, white chocolate chip mix-ins, and powdered sugar topping. Plus, their rich color makes them a festive choice for any holiday party.<\/p>\n

10. Figgy Pudding Butter Cookies<\/a>
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Inspired by the traditional British dessert, these figgy pudding butter cookies are studded with dried figs and a blend of winter spices. The result is a rich cookie with a sophisticated holiday flavor that\u2019s sure to impress.<\/p>\n

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