Cookie swaps are a fun way to try a lot of different holiday cookies — without spending a ton of time (and money!) baking at home. Whether you’re filling your own cookie jar or giving them as gifts to neighbors and friends, cookies are a big part of the holiday season. But in today’s fast-paced world, it’s hard to find time to bake big batches of treats. That’s where cookie swaps come in. You split the baking chore with friends and get to do a little tasting and celebrating while you exchange cookies.
Not sure what kind of cookies to bake for your swap? Here’s a list of delicious and festive cookie recipes, as well as some other fun treats that are perfect for holiday gift exchanges.
![Double Chocolate Candy Cane Cookies]()
Double Chocolate Candy Cane Cookies
![No-Bake Chocolate-Dipped Pumpkin Cookies (Vegan)]()
No-Bake Chocolate-Dipped Pumpkin Cookies (Vegan)
A pumpkin lovers dream come true >
![Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies With Pistachio Cream]()
Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies With Pistachio Cream
Chocolate shortbread meets velvety pistachio cream >
Cherry Almond Biscotti
We bet you’ll bake these easy treats – twice! >
![Chocolate Chip Cookie Sticks]()
Chocolate Chip Cookie Sticks
A chocolate chip delight in dippable form >
Pumpkin Shortbread Sandwich Cookies
A buttery shortbread and spiced cream delight >
![Chocolate-Dipped Madeleines (Gluten-Free)]()
Chocolate-Dipped Madeleines (Gluten-Free)
![Chocolate Bark Holiday Cookies]()
Chocolate Bark Holiday Cookies
Think outside the cookie box >
Almond Flour Peanut Butter Cookies
These peanut butter cookies are a nostalgic rewind >
![Pumpkin Spice Snickerdoodle Cookies]()
Pumpkin Spice Snickerdoodle Cookies
Straight from the Sugar Plum Fairy’s stash >
Salted Chocolate-Covered Coconut Cookies
Cranberry & Ginger Gluten-Free Holiday Cookies
Peppermint Mocha Cookies with Greens & Probiotics
Thumbprint Cookies with Toffee-Chocolate Center
Gingerbread Cookies
Matcha White Chocolate Chip Cookies
Vegan Almond Pistachio Cookies
Gluten-Free Red Velvet Cookies
White Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
Creative use for candy canes >
Orange-Cranberry Shortbread Cookies
Lemon Zested-Sugar Cookies
Sweet Apple Snowflake Cookies
It’s the tastiest time of the year >
Black Cherry Mini Sandwich Cookies
Dark Chocolate & Goji Berry Superfood Bark
No-Bake Apple Bite Bites
Easy enough for anyone to make >
Raw Cranberry Bliss Bites
No-Bake Sunflower Seed Butter & Coconut Balls
Eating in a winter wonderland >
Chocolate-Covered Cookie Dough Truffles with Cherries
Get your double boiler ready >
Raw Cacao & Peppermint Fudge
Show off your no-bake dessert-making skills >
Ginger & Goji Berry Popcorn Balls
Once you’re done baking, check out these creative cookie packaging ideas, for festive ways to present your homemade creations to friends and family!