Holiday Cookies 2007

Is it a candy cane or is it a cookie? In a new twist on a favorite holiday candy, our prize-winning Christmas cookie recipe features a sugar cookie base enlivened by a swirl of crushed peppermint candies.

  • WINNER

    Candy Cane Pinwheels

    This holiday sugar cookie gets a colorful kick from a swirl of crushed peppermint candies.

    Submitted by: Lori Mahaney, Hillsborough, North Carolina

  • FINALIST

    Pecan Toffee Shortbread Stars

    For an extra touch, dip your cookie cutters in red or green sugar so the edges look picture-perfect.

    Submitted by: Lorraine Fina Stevenski, Clearwater, Florida

  • FINALIST

    Coconut Snowdrops

    These cookies contain snowy mounds of coconut with an almond accent. They will spread and fall during baking if the dough gets too warm. For the best texture, chill the dough well before forming the cookies and roll only half the dough at a time, keeping the other half in the refrigerator.

    Submitted by: Diane Nemitz, Ludington, Michigan

  • FINALIST

    Chocolate-Covered Cherry Cookies

    These chewy cookies showcase the classic flavor combination of chocolate and cherries.

    Submitted by: Johanna Johnson, Scottsdale, Arizona