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Ultimate Chocolate Peppermint Blossoms — White Chocolate Peppermint Kiss Cookies

December 10, 2025

Close-up of red-and-green swirled pinwheel cookies stacked on a ceramic plate with holiday ribbon and sprinkles, Christmas Sweets.

Dreamy Christmas Pinwheel Cookies — The Christmas Sweets That Vanish From The Platter

December 10, 2025

Christmas Sweets are the kind of treats that make people stop mid-conversation, reach for a second cookie, and then awkwardly pretend they weren’t just stealing the last bite. That’s exactly what happens with these dreamy Christmas pinwheel cookies — colorful, swoon-worthy, and absolutely vanishing from every tray they land on. Brief introduction to the recipe Pinwheel cookies look fancy, but they’re honestly doable. Think bright red and green swirls wrapped in buttery sugar cookie dough — festive, nostalgic, and perfectly at home on a platter of Pinwheel Cookies beside snowball cookies and red velvet bites. If you love Christmas Baking … Read more
Plate of half-dipped White Chocolate Christmas Cookies with holly sprinkles, ideal for Christmas Themed Baking, Christmas Cinnamon Cookies.

Festive Maple Cinnamon Cookies with White Chocolate – Classic Christmas Cinnamon Cookies

December 10, 2025

If you love Christmas Cinnamon Cookies, you’re in the right place — these Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies with White Chocolate are everything cozy, nostalgic, and slightly dangerous (because you will eat more than you planned). Imagine warm maple notes, a soft chewy center, cinnamon hugs in every bite, and half the cookie dipped in glossy white chocolate. Sound like holiday magic? It is. Brief introduction to the recipe Here’s the quick gist: this recipe blends maple syrup and maple extract for a deep, authentic maple flavor, folds in warm cinnamon, and bakes into thick, pillowy cookies with cracking tops. After … Read more

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Easy Christmas Sprinkle Sugar Cookies — Top Christmas Baking Recipes Pick

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Christmas Baking Recipes: The Best Sprinkle Sugar Cookies You’ll Make This Season If you’re hunting for Christmas Baking Recipes that actually nail texture, flavor, and holiday vibes, these Christmas Sprinkle Sugar Cookies are your win. Crisp at the edges, chewy in the middle, and packed with colorful sprinkles, they hit every festive note without drama. Ready to bake a dozen that’ll disappear in minutes? Brief introduction to the recipe These sprinkle-topped sugar cookies strike the perfect balance: slightly crunchy outside, tender and chewy inside, and loaded with joyful color. They don’t need any fancy equipment, and they play very nicely … Read more

Top-down of a stack of golden sugar cookies studded with colorful sprinkles, showing crisp edges and a chewy center on a festive plate, Christmas Baking 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.