Take a look at these playful and unique Christmas Cookies by Eleni’s. They are quite possibly the most charming cookies I’ve ever seen. The modern designs are crisp and clean but these cookies certainly don’t take themselves too seriously. Cookies should be fun and these babies definitely are!
From the
Vintage Striped Ornaments to the
Advent Calendar, these are not your everyday cookies. I especially love
Chester’s Holiday Party – doggie cookies dressed up in holiday attire! They are almost too cute to eat. Almost. They’d make a sweet Christmas present for your friends afar, or a darling addition to your holiday buffet. Check out
Eleni’s website for even more impressive designs.
So, which design is your favorite?
Obviously, I like to bake. But around the holidays there are so many other things to do! So I understand that whipping up batches of Christmas cookies is not only time consuming, but can be overwhelming. That’s why I love the idea hosting a Christmas Cookie Exchange. It’s a great excuse to get together with your girlfriends. And when the party is over, you’ll have a nice selection of cookies to take home with you.
Here’s how it works. Each guest brings one type of cookie, then you swap! Ask everyone to bring one dozen cookies per attendee, plus one extra to eat during the party. As the hostess, you’ll supply a large table to lay out the goods, and be sure to keep the milk and coffee flowing. You can find a detailed checklist to help plan your cookie exchange on Real Simple. Now, for some cookie recipes to get you started:
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Are you hosting a holiday cookie swap of your own? Or are you attending one as a guest? Tell us, what kind of cookies will you be baking?
Every year we find ourselves in the same situation. We want to give something special to our friends, neighbors, coworkers and teachers for Christmas. But since this list of recipients can be lengthy, the gift needs to be relatively inexpensive. Here are some clever yet simple ideas that will help you spread some holiday cheer.
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- Star shaped sugar cookies look festive packaged in a clear gift bag and tied with a satin ribbon.
- Gingerbread cookies fit neatly into round silver tins. A felt cookie shaped tag is the perfect finishing touch.
- Cinnamon twists look so elegant wrapped in a decorative cellophane bag and tied with a red ribbon.
- Raspberry pinwheels display nicely in clear glass cracker jars. Ribbon and a gift tag make the presentation complete.
You can find the recipes and all of the supplies you’ll need here at The Container Store. Happy Baking!
This morning I thought I’d share some Christmas cookie pictures, to get you in the holiday spirit! Each sugar cookie is hand decorated with a vanilla glaze icing, wrapped in a cellophane bag and tied with a coordinating ribbon. The bags are then heat sealed to keep the cookies fresh for up to two weeks.
