If you're ready to bust out the rolling pin and those baking sheets, here are some mouth-watering cookie recipes to get you going.
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Day 1
Molasses Oatmeal Jammies are a great way to kick off the holiday season.
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Day 2
If you're looking for lighter fare in your holiday cookies try these Milk Chocolate Meringues.
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Day 3
Crunchy Pecan Biscotti are perfect for dunking in coffee or hot cocoa.
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Day 4
Caramel Peanut Melt Bars adapt well to any salty nut you may prefer.
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Day 5
If the instant coffee in the Coffee Toffee Sandies doesn't give you the kick you like, substitute instant espresso powder.
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Day 6
A flaky pastry dough holds a warmly spiced filling in these Spiced Cranberry Stars.
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Day 7
A hint of spicy warmth hides inside these Mexican Spiced Macaroons.
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Day 8
These Snickerdoodle Spritz give you a reason to get that cookie press you have always wanted.
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Day 9
Reminiscent of chocolate-covered malt balls these Chocolate Malt Crinkles will be a hit this holiday season.
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Day 10
Key Lime Meltaways are truly melt-in-your-mouth perfect.
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Day 11
Cream spiked with brandy and chocolate fill these Brandy Snaps, an easy to make lace cookie.
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Day 12
You can include baking in your holiday decorating with these Painted Sugar Cookies.
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