Nostalgic Canadian Christmas Cookies

Introduction

There’s something magical about holiday baking — the kind of magic that brings back memories of childhood kitchens, snowy evenings, and handwritten recipe cards tucked away for special occasions. This recipe is one of those classics that feels like home no matter where you are. For many Canadians, it’s a nostalgic Christmas tradition that fills the house with warmth, comfort, and the unmistakable aroma of the holidays.

Whether you’ve been making these treats for years or you’re trying them for the first time, this recipe is foolproof, cozy, and guaranteed to become a family favorite. Perfect texture, rich flavor, and holiday magic in every bite — you’ll want to make a double batch!

Ingredients

(You can tell me the exact recipe if you’d like me to customize the list, but here is a standard classic holiday cookie ingredient list you can adjust.)

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 1 large egg

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• Optional holiday add-ins:

  • ½ cup chopped nuts

  • ½ cup chocolate chips

  • Holiday sprinkles

  • A pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Cream the butter and sugar together in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.

3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.

4. Whisk the dry ingredients — flour, baking powder, and salt — in a separate bowl.

5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until a soft dough forms.

6. Fold in any optional holiday add-ins (nuts, chocolate chips, sprinkles, etc.).

7. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.

8. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

9. Let the cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling.

Conclusion

These classic holiday cookies deliver everything you want from a nostalgic Christmas recipe — buttery, soft, simple, and filled with warm memories. They’re the kind of treat that disappears quickly from the cookie tray and makes the whole house smell like Christmas morning.

Perfect for gifting, sharing, or enjoying with a cup of hot chocolate or warm apple cider, this recipe is sure to become part of your family’s holiday traditions. Make a double batch… trust me, they won’t last long!

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