Cutout Cookie Recipes

Whether you’re baking for the holidays or, well, any day, these cutout cookie recipes are here to satisfy your sweet tooth. Find our best recipes, tips and more.

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Peppermint Schnapps Hot Cocoa Snowflakes

Mint and chocolate are perfect partners in these cutout cookies! —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin

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Lumberjack Cookies

After cutting your own Christmas tree, come home to a hot beverage and a plate of these cute lumberjack cookies....


Egg Yolk Cookies

These simple egg yolk cookies truly melt in your mouth. They're thin cookies, just like the ones my grandma used...


Air-Fried Pumpkin Shakarpara

Shakarparas are crispy fried Indian cookies. My Indian American family makes these traditional treats every year for the holidays. I...


Jammy Dodgers

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On my first trip to Great Britain, I stumbled upon these cookies (or biscuits, as they're known in the U.K.)....

Rosemary Shortbread Christmas Tree Cookies

These lovely treats are a traditional part of our Christmas cookie platter. Because the scent of rosemary and the shape...


Hanukkah Cookies

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Cream cheese adds richness to these Hanukkah cookies. Decorate them with royal icing or your favorite buttercream frosting and toppings....

Chocolate-Stuffed Dreidel Cookies

These dreidel cookies are sure to spread some smiles this holiday season. Your friends and family will delight in the...


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How to Make Peanut Butter Cinnamon Snap Cutouts

Looking for a tasty alternative to gingerbread? We'll show you how to make delicious peanut butter cinnamon snap cookies—spicy, sweet...


How to Use Cookie Cutters to Make Cutout Cookies

This step-by-step guide will show you how to use cookie cutters to make the best cutout cookies for every occasion.


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34 Christmas Cutout Cookies to Make Your Season Bright

Break out the rolling pin and your favorite stash of cookie cutters—these decorated Christmas cookies are as fun to...

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Peanut Butter Cinnamon Snap Cookies

These peanut butter cinnamon cookies are perfect for bake sales, potlucks or holiday gift baskets. Use fun cookie cutters for...


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Mexican Tea Cookies

Mexican tea cookies are a holiday favorite in our family. I updated the recipe by frosting them with a buttercream...


Wookie Cookies

Who wouldn’t want a Chewie cookie? These adorable cutouts will be a fan favorite at any kind of Star Wars...


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Grandma’s Scottish Shortbread

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My Scottish grandmother was renowned for baked goods, and these chunky shortbread bars are an example of why. —Jane Kelly,...


Lavender and Lemon Biscochitos

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Biscochitos are the state cookie for our home state of New Mexico. They are traditionally made with anise seeds, but...

French Butter Cookies

The Brittany region of France is known for its use of butter. These French butter cookies, also known as sable...


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Letter-Stamped Butter Cookies

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Alphabet cookie stamps make creating these one-of-a-kind treats a snap. Surprise your guests with dessert before dinner! —Taste of Home...


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Glazed Brown Sugar Shortbread Cookies

Shortbread cookies are classics and always welcome on my table. But when I want to punch up the flavor a...


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Frozen Snowflake Gingerbread Cookies

These snowflake cookies will melt in your mouth as soon as they hit your tongue. Experiment with your favorite colors...


Easy Scottish Shortbread

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These traditional butter cookies require only three ingredients. They’re so yummy, you won’t be able to stop at just one!...


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Santa’s Elf Cookies

These rosy-cheeked elf cookies will make a showstopping addition to your holiday cookie tray. Or set them atop cupcakes for...


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Stamped Cutout Cookies

Rich, buttery sugar cookie cutouts like these never last long at a party. They're one of my favorite homemade Christmas...


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10 Fun Cookie Cutters You Need for Fall Baking

Fall baking just got even sweeter.


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Graffiti Cutout Cookies

Talk about playing with your food! An edible color spray lets you create ombre and color blends unlike other decorating...

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Snow Globe Keepsake Cookies

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Make holiday magic! These extra-special ornaments are totally customizable—each filled with a little snowfall of edible sprinkles. Let it snow...


Yeti Cookies

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When the weather outside is frightful, these smiley guys are so delightful. And they really know how to celebrate the...


Spiced Eggnog Rum Cookies

4 reviews

One year, when I had a lot of eggnog on hand, I created a new holiday cookie recipe. The flavor...


Ugly Sweater Cookies

Perhaps the most amazing thing about Ugly Sweater Cookies is how cute they are. Try these classic gingerbreads on for...


Unicorn Manes

2 reviews

Everyone loves a classic shortbread cookie. Make each cookie magical with a quick dip into melted baking chips and rainbow-colored...


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Gingerbread Christmas Cards

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'Tis the season for mailing out Christmas cards and gift packages stuffed with homemade cookies. Why not save time and...