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Hey Reader, I was at my parents' house for dinner last night, and we were already talking about the planning for Christmas dinner. Between the main dishes, sides, and desserts, I think we have it finalized, and somehow, I'm bringing most of the food - but that's fine with me. These are four recipes that my dad and my kids especially asked me to have. They're festive, flavorful, and easy enough to actually enjoy the day instead of living in the kitchen, especially when I make them ahead of...

Hey Reader, It's time for Day 12 of the 12 Days of Cookies. Let's celebrate the final day of our 12 Days of Cookies with these festive recipes. Thank you so much for coming along on this fun exploration of cookies. If you missed any of the days or joined late, you can find each of the emails and all 144 cookie recipes here. Cookie 1: Gochujang Caramel Cookies Cookie 2: Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies Cookie 3: Peanut Butter Reindeer Cookies Cookie 4: Grinch Crinkle Cookies Cookie 5: Brookies...

Hey Reader, It's time for Day 11 of the 12 Days of Cookies. It's hard to believe there's just one day left after this, isn't it? I might have saved the best for last, but it's like kids - I don't know how you choose a favorite. Cookie 1: Eggnog Cookies Cookie 2: Italian Chocolate Roll Cookies Cookie 3: Southern Tea Cakes Cookie 4: Peanut Butter & Jelly Thumbprint Cookies Cookie 5: Candy Cane Oreos Cookie 6: Gingerbread Bars Cookie 7: Pecan chocolate chip cookies Cookie 8: White Chocolate...

Hey Reader, It's time for Day 10 of the 12 Days of Cookies. Just a couple more days to improve your baking game, and these delicious recipes are just what you need to impress your family and friends. Cookie 1: No Bake "Reindeer Poop" Cookies Cookie 2: Maple Thumbprint Cookies Cookie 3: Chocolate Dipped Peppermint Meringues Cookie 4: Chocolate Shortbread Cookies Cookie 5: Eggnog Sugar Cookies Cookie 6: Apple Spiced Cookies Cookie 7: Boston Cream Pie Cookie Cups Cookie 8: Strawberry shortcake...

Hey Reader, It's time for Day 9 of the 12 Days of Cookies. Ready to sweeten up your holiday season? Today’s cookie recipes are sure to satisfy your cravings. They're perfect for a cookie swap! Cookie 1: Peppermint Chocolate Cookies Cookie 2: Brown Sugar Cookies Cookie 3: Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies Cookie 4: Ginger Molasses Cookies Cookie 5: Red Velvet Cake Cookies Cookie 6: Chocolate Gingerbread Men Cookie 7: Santa Whoopie Pies Cookie 8: Peanut Butter Blossom Bars Cookie 9: Cowboy...

Hey Reader, It's time for Day 8 of the 12 Days of Cookies. The countdown to the holidays continues! These recipes are perfect for leaving out for Santa with a glass of milk and some carrots for reindeer. Let’s get baking! Cookie 1: Hot Chocolate Cookies Cookie 2: Lemon Meltaway Cookies Cookie 3: Almond Biscotti Cookies Cookie 4: Matcha White Chocolate Chip Cookies Cookie 5: Cranberry Pistachio Wreath Cookies Cookie 6: Ginger Cookies Cookie 7: Salted Dark Chocolate Cookies Cookie 8: Cookie...

Hey Reader, It's time for Day 7 of the 12 Days of Cookies. Which ones have you made so far? I'm really curious what your favorites are - and if they're the same ones I'm loving. Cookie 1: Chewy Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies Cookie 2: Peppermint Sugar Cookie Bars Cookie 3: Old-fashioned Molasses Cookies Cookie 4: Vegan Gluten Free Oatmeal Cookies Cookie 5: Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies Cookie 6: Gingerbread Pizzelle Cookie 7: Red Crinkle Cookies Cookie 8: White Chocolate Crinkle Cookies Cookie...

Hey Reader, It's time for Day 6 of the 12 Days of Cookies. This brings us to halfway through, and there's so much more to go. If you've missed out on any of the previous days, you can find each day here anytime. Cookie 1: Peppermint Shortbread Cookie 2: Christmas Biscotti Cookie 3: Raspberry Linzer Cookies Cookie 4: Apple Cider Shortbread Cookie 5: Cinnamon Roll Cookies Cookie 6: Peanut Butter S'mores Cookies Cookie 7: Cherry Blossom Cookies Cookie 8: Chocolate Chip Cookies Cookie 9: Salted...

Hey Reader, Welcome to Day 5 of the 12 Days of Cookies. I sure hope you have been enjoying all the cookies so far. I'm so impressed by the creativity of my fellow food bloggers, and we aren't even halfway through! Cookie 1: Classic Thumbprint Cookies Cookie 2: Spiced Christmas Tree Cookies Cookie 3: Monster Cookies Cookie 4: 4 Ingredient Chocolate Chip Cookies Cookie 5: Almond Butter Cookies Cookie 6: Sesame Pretzel Cookies Cookie 7: Pecan Sugar Cookies Cookie 8: Reindeer Sugar Cookies Cookie...

Hey Reader, You have to be finding something fun and delicious by this point, right? Today is National Cookie Day (and there are several places that give free cookies today - so make sure you find the ones near you!), so this is the perfect excuse to celebrate, right? Cookie 1: Cherry Surprise Cookies Cookie 2: Strawberry cheesecake cookies Cookie 3: Red Velvet Crinkles Cookie 4: German Pfeffernusse Cookies Cookie 5: Easy Cream Cheese Cookies Cookie 6: No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies Cookie...