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    Urban Bliss Life » Blog » 33 Freezer Friendly Holiday Cookies

    Published: November 25, 2019 / Updated: November 25, 2019 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    33 Freezer Friendly Holiday Cookies

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    These Freezer Friendly Holiday Cookies are great to make ahead and give as gifts and bring to holiday parties.

    Chewy Gingerbread Cookies - freezer friendly holiday cookies

    It's Christmas cookie time! I love this time of year!

    One of the first holiday activities I like to get a head start on is holiday baking. Over the past couple of weeks, I've been making note of what baking items I had on hand and started stocking up on the basics, plus some holiday extras. Doing this helps you tackle several cookies in each baking session!

    And more cookies = more bliss! :)

    Freezer Friendly Holiday Cookie Ingredients Checklist

    ingredients for apple pie bars

    Here are some of the main holiday baking ingredients I like to make sure I have on hand about a month before Christmas. This list contains most of the main ingredients in holiday cookie recipes.

    • butter (pro tip: butter freezes well, so buy it when it goes on sale and keep some in the freezer!)
    • all-purpose flour
    • granulated sugar
    • light brown sugar
    • powdered sugar
    • baking soda
    • baking powder
    • vanilla extract
    • molasses
    • meringue powder
    • cream of tartar
    • baking chocolate
    • chocolate chips
    • holiday spices: cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves
    • holiday decorations, such as sprinkles, food coloring, holiday M & M bits, toffee bits, etc.

    What is the best way to freeze holiday cookies?

    Cinnamon Spritz Cookies recipe on UrbanBlissLife.com

    Some of the cookie recipes featured here have different suggestions for freezing. But in general, it's best to follow these steps:

    • Lay cookies out on a cookie sheet in a single layer
    • Place a layer of parchment paper in-between each layer of cookies.
    • Give them some added protection from freezer burn by wrapping the cookies in plastic wrap.
    • Then put the cookies into a freezer bag or freezer-friendly airtight container.

    How far in advance can you make and freeze cookies?

    Most cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for about 3-5 days. Cookies can also be frozen for up to 3 months (using the method described above) .

    Which cookies do not freeze well?

    Gold Silver White Christmas - Cookie Plate

    While the recipes featured in this post DO freeze well, there are some kinds of cookies that do not freeze well. These include:

    • cookies that are already decorated. You should bake the cookies and freeze them, and then decorate them just before you want to serve them.
    • thin, delicate cookies like meringues, pizzelles and florentines
    • cookies coated in chocolate or powdered sugar also do not freeze well.

    33 Freezer Friendly Holiday Cookies

    If you're looking for the best holiday cookies that DO freeze well and can be made in advance, try one of these delectable recipes!

    33 Freezer Friendly Holiday Cookies

    These cookies can be made in advance and frozen, making them perfect for holiday cookie exchanges, holiday parties, and gift giving!

    1

    Best Chewy Gingerbread Cookies

    These Soft Gingerbread Cookies are chewy, and perfect to decorate for the holidays!

    2

    Christmas Funfetti Cookies

    Photo Credit: ofbatteranddough.com

    These sugar cookies are super soft and chewy, bursting with the flavors of butter and vanilla, and packed with Christmas funtetti sprinkles. 

    3

    Eggnog Cookie Recipe For The Holidays

    Photo Credit: www.majhofftakesawife.com

    These homemade eggnog cookies is a favorite Christmas cookie for those who love the drink! Make life easy and freeze the cookies after baking for several weeks. Simply thaw and ice! Easy peasy!

    4

    Ginger Pecan Cookies

    Photo Credit: savoryspin.com

    Loaded with candied ginger and powdered ginger, these gluten free Ginger Pecan Cookies are a cinch to whip up and can be made ahead and stored until you need to whip these up for Christmas cookie exchange parties and holiday get-togethers!

    5

    Norwegian Christmas Men Cookies (Julemenn)

    Photo Credit: www.gingerwithspice.com

    Norwegian Christmas Men Cookies are fat, soft cookies with a slight crisp around the edges.

    6

    Italian Almond Cookies [A Big Batch Recipe]

    Photo Credit: www.shelovesbiscotti.com

    These Italian Almond Cookies provide you with well over ten dozen cookies sized about 1-1½ inches. That might seen like a lot, but these cookies freeze really well and are convenient to have when friends pop over for coffee.

    7

    Classic Thumbprint Cookies - The Flavor Bender

    Photo Credit: www.theflavorbender.com

    There’s a reason why Classic Thumbprint Cookies are so popular. They are a holiday favorite, easy to make, and even easier to customize with different filling and flavor variations!

    8

    Pecan Brownie Bites for a Cookie Drive #ChristmasWeek

    Photo Credit: www.farmfreshfeasts.com

    Pecan Brownie Bites for a CrowdNeed/want to make 8 dozen brownie bites for a cookie drive or a whole bunch of cookie plates? Look no further! This recipe is well suited to mass production and full of chocolatey goodness. 

    9

    Italian Christmas Cookies (Grandma's Recipe)

    Photo Credit: www.gonnawantseconds.com

    Italian Christmas Cookies. Sciamellis. Anginette. The name may differ from household to household, but the result is the same: a delicious holiday cookie!

    10

    Gluten-Free Cake Mix Sugar Cookies Recipe

    This gluten-free sugar cookie dough is perfect to tuck in the freezer for a holiday snack or to share as a hostess gift. The best part? It is made from a simple cake mix! 

    11

    Soft Ginger Molasses Cookies

    These ginger molasses cookies are sugary, chewy, and freeze well. They also ship well and make great holiday gifts!

    12

    Melting Moments Cookies

    Photo Credit: www.cookingwithcarlee.com

    These melt in your mouth cookies are the perfect mix of simplicity and deliciousness. Melting moments cookies are quick to make and oh so good.

    13

    Holiday Biscotti Cookie

    Photo Credit: foodmeanderings.com

    This festive looking Holiday Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti cookie makes a great edible gift and is perfect for sharing at a holiday cookie exchange. 1 Weight Watchers Freestyle smart point per serving!

    14

    Russian Tea Cakes

    Photo Credit: brooklynfarmgirl.com

    These Russian Tea Cakes are so easy to make! They’re made with pecans and then rolled in powdered sugar after baking for a light, tender cookie you’re sure to love.

    15

    Cherry White Chocolate Chunk Cookies

    Photo Credit: successfulhomemakers.com
    16

    Paleo No Bake Christmas Cookies

    Photo Credit: iheartumami.com

    These Paleo No Bake Christmas Cookies taste like chocolate peanut butter cookies but are peanut-free. They are easy to make and freezer friendly!

    17

    Funfetti Cookies (Hundreds and Thousands Biscuits)

    Photo Credit: www.theflavorbender.com

    Soft, buttery and oh-so milky, with just the right amount of sweetness, and plenty of color – there’s a reason why kids love these Funfetti Cookies, and they are so popular during the holidays! I make these with my easy sugar cookie recipe.

    18

    Fudgy Chocolate Crinkle Cookies (Brownie Cookies)

    Photo Credit: www.gingerwithspice.com

    Fudgy chocolate crinkle cookies are soft and chewy, perfectly fudgy with a slight crust – just like a brownie should be! A classic Christmas cookie that really should be made all year round.

    19

    Christmas Sugar Cookies (Easy To Make!)

    Photo Credit: www.gonnawantseconds.com

    This Christmas sugar cookies recipe has a light texture, tastes great, & rolls out beautifully. Gather your little helpers to decorate these classic treats!

    20

    Christmas Sprinkle Pudding Cookies

    Photo Credit: aileencooks.com

    You don’t want to miss these soft baked sprinkle pudding cookies. They are perfectly sweet vanilla cookies loaded with two different kinds of Christmas sprinkles.

    21

    Chewy Chocolate Snickerdoodles

    Photo Credit: zestfulkitchen.com

    With crisp edges and chewy insides, these chocolate snickerdoodles are a fun twist on the classic. Rolled in a spiced sugar, they're anything but boring!

    22

    Toasted Pecan Shortbread Cookies

    Photo Credit: elkeliving.com

    These Toasted pecan shortbread cookies are perfect for the Holidays and the dough freezes really well! They are definitely a crowd pleaser!

    23

    Cinnamon Spritz Cookies

    Spritz cookies are classic holiday cookies, and when you add cinnamon to them, they put even more Ho-Ho-Ho cheer into the holidays! Cinnamon Spritz Cookies are sure to be the next addition to your annual holiday baking repertoire.

    24

    Christmas Butter Biscuits - Vanilla, Chocolate and Matcha

    Photo Credit: tinandthyme.uk

    Three differently coloured and flavoured biscuit doughs are used here to great effect. Simple to make, these vanilla, matcha and chocolate Christmas butter biscuits are also very easy to eat.

    25

    Gingerbread Biscuits

    Photo Credit: www.amytreasure.com

    Gingerbread biscuits made from a quick, easy and versatile gingerbread dough. Perfect for baking with children and your entire house will smell divinely festive!

    26

    Lavender Earl Grey Shortbread Cookies

    Photo Credit: www.letseatcake.com

    These Lavender Earl Grey cookies are so cozy and perfect for the holidays. Make them as is or swap in your favorite tea blend! 

    27

    Chewy Chocolate Fudge Cookies

    These chocolate fudge cookies are super chewy and oh so delicious! Great for gift giving and will wow guests at your holiday gatherings. Sprinkle with festive sparkly sugar for a holiday spin!

    28

    Cranberry Orange Swirl Cookies

    Photo Credit: www.beyondthechickencoop.com

    Cranberry Orange Swirl Cookies are a perfect holiday cookie. These cookies can be frozen before or after they are baked.

    29

    Gluten Free Snickerdoodles

    Photo Credit: www.mommafitlyndsey.com

    Gluten Free Snickerdoodles are easy to make with pumpkin spice and no cream of tartar. 

    30

    Best Soft Almond Sugar Cookies Ever!

    These soft almond sugar cookies freeze well and the recipe makes a lot! Perfect for holidays.

    31

    Sharing is Caring: Mocha Chocolate Truffle Cookies

    Photo Credit: www.scotchandscones.com

    A true family favorite, these cookies will impress with their deep mocha flavor and crunchy-on-the-outside-soft-in-the-middle texture

    32

    Skor Shortbread Meltaway Cookies

    Photo Credit: thedeliciousspoon.com

    This cookie recipe has delicious Skor Bits inside a shortbread batter that is so light these cookies just melt in your mouth!

    33

    Air Fryer Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Photo Credit: www.recipethis.com

    Can't go wrong with chocolate chip cookies at the holidays! Air Fryer Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft chocolate chip cookies baked in the air fryer. 

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    Freezer Friendly Holiday Cookies

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      1. Erin @ Platings and Pairings says

        November 26, 2019 at 10:52 am

        My Italian family would always make SO many cookies during the holiday and freeze them. It always seemed liked there would be an endless supply of cookies! Love this post so that I can keep the tradition up myself!

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      2. Andrea Metlika says

        November 25, 2019 at 5:57 pm

        What a great list. I need to start now so I can have cookies to share during the holidays.

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      3. Irina says

        November 25, 2019 at 5:30 pm

        What a great collection of Christmas cookies. I have got a feeling that this is what I need to choose from. Thanks for sharing. I am ready for Christmas:)

        Reply
      4. Noelle says

        November 25, 2019 at 5:13 pm

        These are all great! Love that you can freeze the leftovers :) Going to try the air fryer recipe tonight!

        Reply
      5. Kathryn says

        November 25, 2019 at 4:53 pm

        Yum! Perfect timing, I'm about to start my Christmas cookie baking this weekend. Now I have my list =)

        Reply
      6. Jessica Formicola says

        November 25, 2019 at 4:02 pm

        These cookies will totally come in handy this year! I plan to do my holiday baking early, so I love that these are all freezer friendly!

        Reply

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