10 incredible cookie recipes that are perfect for leaving out for Santa!

*pours milk*

One of the Christmas traditions that has stood the test of time, is the act of leaving cookies and milk out for Santa on Christmas eve.

There’s nothing more exciting than seeing that the big guy has not only been to drop off the gifts,but that he’s also taken a moment to sit in your home and eat the thoughtful cookie snack that you’ve left out.

One way to make that moment even more special is to take the time to make the cookies yourself. We’ve got ten great recipes for you to get inspired to make Santa’s snack even sweeter with a homemade gift from the heart.

The best Santa recipes

The team at Women’s Weekly Food have Santa covered with these delicious Christmas baking ideas.

Giant Santa Claus Christmas cookies

This Santa Claus Christmas cookies recipe is an adorable homemade Christmas food gift or delightful treat for your Christmas Day dessert spread.

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Decorated christmas cookies

These simple decorated Christmas cookies are the perfect way to get little ones involved with Christmas dinner, and also make an ideal edible Christmas gift.

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Christmas cookies

These sweet twists will be a Santa favourite!

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Christmas pinwheel sugar cookies

These adorable red and green swirled biscuits make the ultimate edible Christmas treat.

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Christmas pudding cookies

These little Christmas pudding cookies are delicious and completely adorable.

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Gingerbread folk

These homespun gingerbread folk are adorable and delicious!

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Christmas snowball cookies recipe

These Christmas snowball cookies make an adorable homemade Christmas food gift, or a cute addition to your sweets spread come Christmas Day. Just don’t throw them.

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Christmas tree shortbreads

Create these gorgeous Christmas tree shaped shortbreads to leave out for Santa, gift to friends and family or just to get you into the festive spirit.

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