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Fancy Orange Cranberry Shortbread Cookies — Holiday Treat Ideas That Wow

December 12, 2025

Close-up of a platter of rolled chocolate cookies filled with peppermint cream and sprinkled with crushed candy cane, styled with Dark Chocolate Peppermint Crunch Cookies, tiny decorative Chocolate Peppermint Spoons, and crumb-covered Chocolate Peppermint Crumble Cookies, Chocolate Peppermint Roll.

Irresistible Chocolate Peppermint Roll Cookies — Must-Make Chocolate Christmas Cookies

December 12, 2025

Chocolate Peppermint Roll Cookies — a showstopping peppermint-chocolate spiral These Chocolate Peppermint Roll cookies are little chocolate tubes filled with a creamy peppermint center, dipped in more chocolate and showered with crushed candy cane. They look fancy, but they’re totally doable — and they’re perfect for cookie boxes, swaps, or a festive baking day. Ready to roll? Why you’ll fall in love Think Chocolate Christmas Cookies meets candy-cane glamour. The biscuit has a tender snap, the peppermint filling sings bright and cool, and the chocolate seal gives a satisfying bite. Make them as tubes or keep it simple and sandwich … Read more
Spiced Christmas Cookies piled on a rustic board, dusted with nutmeg-sugar and ready for gifting.

Spiced Christmas Cookies With Nutmeg For Cozy Winter Mornings

December 12, 2025

Spiced Christmas Cookies With Nutmeg For Cozy Winter Mornings Spiced Christmas Cookies bring that warm, cinnamon-and-nutmeg hug to your kitchen the moment they hit the oven — and yes, these are the cookies you’ll actually want to bake for guests and keep for yourself. Let’s make a batch that smells like holiday nostalgia and bites like a soft, spice-layered dream. Why you’ll fall for these cookies These cookies balance warmth and sweetness without being cloying. The nutmeg sings alongside cinnamon, and a light dusting of powdered sugar or a tiny sprinkle of nutmeg-sugar on top finishes them off perfectly. They’re … Read more

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Zesty Orange Christmas Cookies Recipes to Brighten Your Holiday Baking

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Orange Christmas Cookies Recipes that make your kitchen smell like holiday magic Orange Christmas Cookies Recipes were my grandma’s secret — that tiny splash of fresh orange juice turned ordinary dough into something everyone fought over. From the first zing of zest to the soft, glossy glaze, these cookies whisper “festive” with every bite. Ready for a batch that’s bright, cozy, and ridiculously easy? Let’s bake. Brief introduction to the recipe This recipe blends classic sugar-cookie comfort with fresh citrus brightness. Think tender, slightly crisp-edged cookies perfumed with orange zest and a small but mighty dose of fresh orange juice. … Read more

Close-up of glazed orange cookies on a wire rack, each topped with fine orange zest and a shiny citrus glaze, Orange Christmas Cookies Recipes.
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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.