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Raspberry Swirl Cookies with Butter Shortbread – Easy Christmas Cookies

December 11, 2025

Close-up of soft, golden thumbprint cookies filled with glossy raspberry jam, arranged on a festive plate, Christmas Simple Desserts.

Soft Christmas Thumbprint Cookies | Christmas Simple Desserts That Shine

December 11, 2025

Christmas Simple Desserts — Soft Christmas Thumbprint Cookies That Shine Christmas Simple Desserts like these Soft Christmas Thumbprint Cookies always steal the show during the holidays. These buttery, jam-topped little rounds deliver nostalgia in every bite — crisp at the edges, tender in the middle, and dressed in jewel-toned jam that makes your cookie platter look like a party. Who doesn’t love that? Below you’ll find a friendly, no-nonsense guide to everything about these cookies: why they’re a must-bake, the little family story behind them, a clear ingredient breakdown, a step-by-step method you can follow with your eyes closed (well, … Read more
Cinnamon-sugar snickerdoodle thumbprint cookies filled with creamy white eggnog ganache and topped with grated nutmeg on a cooling rack, The Best Holiday Cookies.

The Best Holiday Cookies — Eggnog Snickerdoodle Thumbprints Cookies

December 11, 2025

The Best Holiday Cookies might just be these Eggnog Snickerdoodle Thumbprint Cookies — soft, cinnamon-kissed rounds filled with a boozy (or booze-free) eggnog white-chocolate ganache and a dusting of freshly grated nutmeg. Sounds fancy? It isn’t. It’s festive, fast, and totally gift-worthy. The Best Holiday Cookies — Brief introduction to the recipe If you want a cookie that screams Christmas without needing a weekend of baking marathons, this one’s your jam. These cookies blend classic snickerdoodle vibes with a luscious eggnog filling that sets into a soft, fudge-like center. They look elegant on a platter and taste like holiday cheer … Read more

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Hands-Down Best Raspberry Almond Snowball Cookies — Must Make Christmas Cookies

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If you need Must Make Christmas Cookies, these Raspberry Almond Snowball Cookies should be at the top of your baking list — buttery, nutty, and stuffed with a tart jam center that makes every bite sing. Must Make Christmas Cookies — brief introduction Snowball cookies already feel like holiday magic: powdered sugar dusting, melt-in-your-mouth crumb, and nostalgic vibes. Now add a bright raspberry center and a little almond drama, and you’ve got a cookie that’s equal parts Old Christmas Cookies tradition and modern twist. They bake up perfectly round, look gorgeous on cookie platters, and scream “holiday gift” without the … Read more

Close-up of raspberry almond snowball cookies dusted in powdered sugar, one split to reveal a jammy raspberry center on parchment paper, Must Make Christmas Cookies.
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Jennifer

I’m the cook and creator behind 9am Chef, where I share easy dinner recipes, sweet dessert recipes, and nourishing healthy recipes to inspire your kitchen. My love for cooking started with simple home meals that turned into a passion for creating dishes that are both comforting and creative. At 9am Chef, I believe food should be fun, flavorful, and something everyone can enjoy—whether you’re whipping up a quick weeknight meal or treating yourself to something sweet.

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