Discover the delightful world of German Christmas cookie recipes, where scrumptious treats meet holiday magic.43 Christmas German Cookies you need to try.
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Easy German Christmas Cookie Recipes
These mouthwatering German Cookies Christmas recipes will transport you to a winter wonderland of flavors. Let the baking adventure begin.
1. German Cinnamon Stars
Indulge in the charm of Zimtsterne, delicate German Cinnamon Stars that will dance on your palate.
German Cinnamon Stars
With this authentic German cookie recipe, you can make them in your own kitchen, wherever you live.
2. German Vanilla Crescent Cookies
With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and heavenly flavor, This is the perfect make-ahead treat.
3. German Spritz Cookies
Step into a world of holiday nostalgia with German Spritz Cookies.
German Spritz Cookies
Light, buttery, and dipped in chocolate, you can make these spritz cookies in any shape you like.
4. Thumbprint Cookies
Get ready to indulge in a burst of flavor with these delightful Thumbprint Cookies using apricot jam.
Thumbprint Cookies
Thumbprint cookiesare super easy to make and light and delicious.
5. Authentic German Lebkuchen
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Authentic German Lebkuchen, where centuries-old tradition meet spice.
Authentic German Lebkuchen
Dating back to the 14th century in Nuremberg, Germany, Elisenlebkuchen have stood the test of time as one of Germany’s most popular and beloved of all Christmas treats!
6. Pfeffernüsse Cookies
Feel the holiday spirit with Pfeffernüsse Cookies, a cherished tradition straight from Germany’s heart.
Pfeffernüsse Cookies
Made with molasses, anise, pepper and seasonal spices, these chewy cookies are coated in confectioners’ sugar.
7. Springerle Cookies
Experience the joy of baking and savor the taste of these stunning traditional German Christmas treasures.
Springerle Cookies
Once baked, these beautiful cookies will resemble works of art, and have a cake-like texture and buttery anise flavor.
8. German Hazelnut Macaroons
These delightful Christmas cookies combine the simplicity of egg whites, ground hazelnuts, cinnamon, and sugar.
Haselnussmakronen
Chewy and sweet, these German cookies are made with only egg whites, ground hazelnuts, cinnamon, and sugar.
9. Stollen Bites
Experience the joy of German Christmas Stollen in bite-sized perfection with these delightful Stollen Bites.
Stollen Balls
Stollen bites have all the flavors of a classic German Christmas Stollen, with dried fruit, nuts, a touch of rum and rolled in powdered sugar, but in individual cookie form!
10. German Nut Corners
Prepare for a flavor-packed adventure with Nussecken, the tantalizing German Nut Corners.
German Nut Corners
These bars are crunchy, chewy, nutty, sweet, fruity, buttery and chocolatey.
11. Bethmännchen Marzipan Cookies
Discover the iconic allure of Bethmännchen Marzipan Cookies, the crown jewel of German Christmas treats.
Bethmännchen Marzipan Cookies
This traditional recipe for Bethmännchen marzipan cookies is one of the most famous German Christmas cookies.
12. Spitzbuben
These delectable treats feature a delightful blend of buttery short pastry and tangy redcurrant jelly.
13. Almond Horns
Indulge in the magic of the holiday season with these delights that are sure to leave you craving more.
Almond Horns
A sweet treat that Germans like to grab at the bakery, is Almond Crescents or Almond Horns.
14. German Coconut Macaroons
This recipe brings together the best of coconut macaroons and meringue cookies.
German Coconut Macaroons
Soft and chewy on the inside and slightly crispy on the outside with a light and airy texture
15. German Brown Butter Shortbread Cookies
With each bite, you’ll experience the delightfully soft and melt-in-your-mouth sensation.
German Shortbread Cookies
"Heidesand" cookies are traditional German brown butter Shortbread cookies.
16. German Christmas Cardamom Cookies
Indulge in the magic of Christmas with each bite of these fragrant and enticing cookies.
German Cardamom Cookies
TheseGerman Christmas Cardamom Cookiesrecipe creates a delicate biscuit with a warm and comforting flavor, especially made and eaten during the winter months.
17. German Cinnamon Star Cookies
Let these German Cinnamon Star Cookies transport you to a winter wonderland of deliciousness.
German Cinnamon Cinnamon Star Cookies
Cinnamon and almonds taste great together and are traditional ingredients in GermanAdventskekse.
18. Spekulatius
These buttery shortbread delights are infused with a magical blend of cardamom, cloves, and other warming spices.
Spekulatius
These buttery shortbread cookies are gently spiced with a mix of cardamom, cloves, and other warm spices.
19. Toasted Hazelnut Meringue Cookies
Elevate your holiday sweets platter with these small and super easy Toasted Hazelnut Meringue Cookies.
Toasted Hazelnut Meringue Cookies
These small and super easy Christmas cookies are the perfect addition to any sweets platter or treat bag for the holiday season.
20. No-Bake German Chocolate Cookie Cake
Indulge in layers of lusciousness, with every bite delivering a symphony of textures and flavors.
21. German Potato Cookies
These delightful treats blend the unexpected flavors of potatoes and sweetness into a Classic German cookie sensation separated with parchment paper.
German Potato Cookies
These incredibly soft, crumbly, and melt-in-your-mouth eggless German potato cookies infused with pandan or ube flavor only need 7 ingredients to make.
22. German Oatmeal Cookies
Embrace the joy of effortless baking and treat yourself to these scrumptious baked Christmas German Oatmeal Cookies this holiday season.
German Oatmeal Cookies
Made from a handful of simple ingredients and nothing fancy, these oatmeal cookies are perfect to whip together to enjoy on your own or as a holiday cookie for the dessert platter!
23. Angel Cookies
Experience the magic of the season with every delightful bite of these enchanting Angel Cookies.
Angel Cookies
I really think these are called Angel Cookies because they taste like pure heaven when you bite into them.
24. German Chocolate Cookie Bars
Embrace the indulgence and let these treats steal the spotlight on your holiday dessert table.
German Chocolate Cookie Bars
This semi-homemade German Chocolate Cookie Bar recipe is a breeze to make!
25. German Coconut Cookies With Jam
Let these cookies transport you to a realm of pure delight, perfect for the holiday season.
German Coconut Cookies with Jame
These German Coconut Cookies with Jam are a traditional German holiday cookie recipe that is like a Coconut Macaroon and a Jam Filled Cookie in one.
26. Almond Paste Cookies
Indulge in the perfect holiday cookie that’s gluten free but full of flavor.
Almond Paste Cookies
Almond Paste Cookies are sweet and chewy, made with almond paste and gluten free flour, topped with sliced almonds.
27. Dark Chocolate Coconut Macaroons
Let these insanely delicious Macaroons transport you to a land of pure chocolatey bliss this holiday season.
Dark Chocolate Coconut Macaroons
Nothing pairs better with coconut macaroons than dark chocolate, finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.
28. Walnut Snowball Cookies
These delightful treats are a year-round delight, but they truly shine during the holiday season.
Walnut Snowball Cookies
They’re a rich, buttery, vanilla shortbread loaded with toasted walnuts, and rolled in icing (powdered) sugar for a melt in the mouth texture.
29. Hazelnut Taler Cookies
These mouth-watering biscuits are a year-round sensation, not just reserved for Christmas.
Hazelnut Taler Cookies
Hazelnut Taler Cookies are a delicious biscuit in Germany, not only at Christmas Time, filled with a homemadehazelnut chocolate nougat.
30. Soft Glazed Gingerbread Cookies
With their intricate designs and luscious glaze, these cookies are the epitome of holiday charm.
Soft Glazed Gingerbread Cookies
They’re soft, perfectly spiced, and lightly glazed to bring out their beautiful patterns ~ this could be your knockout cookie for the season!
31. German Almond Icebox Cookies
These soft Christmas delights offer a perfect balance of sweetness and a hint of cinnamon.
German Almond Icebox Cookies
Everyone loves them because they are soft, aren’t too sweet, and go perfectly with coffee, tea, hot chocolate, or a glass of milk.
32. Old German Honey Cookies
Share the love and treat your loved ones to the charm of Old German Honey Cookies this holiday season.
Old German Honey Cookies
These Old German Honey Cookies are a family favorite!
33. German Sugar Twist Cookies
Prepare to be twisted by the enchanting German Sugar Twist Cookies.
German Sugar Twist Cookies
Many people brought the recipe with them when they came to the United States of America and it has been passed down from mother to daughter through the years.
34. Bacon Cookies
These extraordinary Bacon Cookies are a culinary adventure, combining the trio of caramel, sea salt, and dark chocolate.
Bacon Cookies
These “Marry Me” cookies are loaded with caramel, sea salt, dark chocolate andbaconand no one in their right mind will let you out of their sight once they’ve tasted them
35. German Gingerbread Cookies
Let the magic of this German recipe fill your home and create lasting memories with German gingerbread.
German Cutout Christmas Cookies
These simple German Cutout Christmas Cookies are a must bake during Christmas time.
36. Marzipankartoffeln
Whether you savor them as a festive treat or share them, this traditional German cookie is guaranteed to satisfy.
Marzipankartoffeln
These potato-shaped balls are a popular German Christmas treat and are so delicious.
37. German Chocolate Cookie Cups
These indulgent delights are guaranteed to impress and bring joy to your taste buds.
German Chocolate Cookie Cups
German Chocolate Cookie Cupsare easy, delicious cookie cupcakes with a chocolate cookie crust with a coconut pecan filling with chocolate chips that makes a wonderful dessert.
38. German Ginger Cookies
These German Ginger Cookies are not only easy to make but also truly delicious.
German Ginger Cookies
A traditional German recipe, they're easy and truly delicious.
39. German Chocolate Cake Cookies
Each bite is a harmonious blend of rich chocolate, luscious coconut, and cookie goodness. If you like German Chocolate cake, you will enjoy these cookies.
German Chocolate Cake Cookies
If you like German chocolate cake, you will absolutely love theseGerman chocolate cake cookiesbecause their taste is reminiscent of the famous coconut and chocolate cake popular during the holidays.
40. Snickerdoodle Cookie Dough
A Christmas dessert favorite, these cookies are the epitome of holiday indulgence.
Snickerdoodle Cookies
Each bite is the perfect blend of cinnamon and sugar for a recipe everyone will love.
41. Mountain Goat Cookies
Get ready to conquer your cookie cravings this Christmas in the most delightful way possible.
Mountain Goat Cookies
These spicy cookies are not overly sweet, crispy on the outside with a tender interior, and come together in a jiffy.
42. Healthy Gingersnap Cookies
Packed with wholesome goodness and bursting with aromatic spices, these Healthy Gingersnap Cookies are a holiday treat.
Healthy Gingersnap Cookies
Healthy Gingersnap Cookiesare made with a handful of pantry staples, warming spices, and no chilling time!
43. Vegan Ginger Cookies
With a perfect balance of crispiness and chewiness, these cookies will transport you to ginger paradise.
Vegan Ginger Cookies
Try these crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside vegan ginger cookies to satisfy all your cravings!
These German Christmas cookie recipes are a delightful way to add a touch of German tradition to your holiday season. From spritz cookies spritzgebäck and anise flavored vanilla sugar cookies to jam filled treats, these recipes will impress.
Whether you’re baking or heading to a Christmas market with mulled wine, these Christmas cookies German recipes are the best. So grab your apron, sprinkle some powdered sugar, and let the festive cookie recipes begin.
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- Italian Christmas Cookies
- 12 Days of Christmas cookies
- No Bake Christmas Cookies
