25 Freezer Friendly Holiday Cookie Recipes You Can Start Today 4

25 Freezer Friendly Holiday Cookie Recipes You Can Start Today 4

The holiday season is all about spreading joy, love, and of course, delicious treats. One of the best ways to celebrate the festive season is by baking up a storm of delectable cookies that can be enjoyed by family and friends. To make your holiday baking easier and more convenient, we've curated a collection of 25 freezer-friendly cookie recipes that you can start making today and enjoy throughout the holiday season.

  • Prep 30 min
  • Cook 12 min
  • Total 1 hr 42 min
  • Yield 25 cookies
  • Cuisine American
  • Category Cookie
Vegetarian holiday cookies freezer-friendly make-ahead cookie recipes baking

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until well combined.

  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.

  5. Fold in your favorite mix-ins, such as chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruits.

  6. Divide the dough into two equal portions and shape each portion into a log about 2 inches in diameter.

  7. Wrap the dough logs tightly in plastic wrap and place them in the freezer for at least 1 hour, or until firm.

  8. When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  9. Remove the dough logs from the freezer and slice them into 1/4-inch rounds.

  10. Place the cookie rounds on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

  11. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

  12. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: 1 cookie
Calories
150 kcal per cookie
Total Fat
8 g per cookie
Saturated Fat
5 g per cookie
Cholesterol
30 mg per cookie
Sodium
100 mg per cookie
Total Carbohydrate
18 g per cookie
Dietary Fiber
1 g per cookie
Sugars
10 g per cookie
Protein
2 g per cookie

These freezer-friendly holiday cookie recipes are perfect for busy days when you want to have a sweet treat on hand without the hassle of baking from scratch every time. By preparing the dough ahead of time and freezing it, you can have freshly baked cookies ready to enjoy at a moment's notice. Whether you're hosting a festive gathering or simply craving a homemade treat, these make-ahead cookie recipes will make your holiday season a whole lot sweeter. So go ahead, start baking today and fill your home with the wonderful aroma of freshly baked cookies all season long!