5 Delicious Cookie Recipes to Celebrate National Cookie Day

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Did you know that cookies originated from the dutch word “koekje” which means a small or little cake? Records show that the cookie originated in Persia in 7AD - they’ve been around for thousands of years!

December 4th is National Cookie Day, so celebrate this day with some delicious cookies. We’ve included a few festive recipes to help you get into that holiday cheer!

1. Peanut Butter Cookies

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Peanut butter cookies are hardly innovative, but for those stressed out and simply craving a small morsel of comfort, these fit the bill perfectly. They call for only three ordinary ingredients. And, an added bonus, they’re naturally gluten-free, so they should appeal to a very wide crowd.

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2. Linzer Cookies

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Linzer cookies are a beautiful treat for the holidays. They are made with ground almonds and sandwiched together with a layer of raspberry jam.

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3. Crunchy Cut Out Sugar Cookies

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These crunchy, cut out sugar cookies are as delicious as they look. They can be a delicious dessert, or a sweet snack that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. 

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4. Miraculous Mayonnaise Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Churning out a batch of chocolate chip cookies in record time and only seven ingredients all told, this recipe is reason to always keep a jar in your hand. The best part is the texture - you would be hard-pressed to find a chewier, gooier, or more lusciously toothsome treat for so little effort.

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5. Santa Ginger Bread Cookies

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These cute santa ginger bread cookies are just the perfect cookies for the upcoming holidays.

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