Looking for an easy, non-pie Christmas dessert idea? Here’s how to make a super easy Christmas Cookie Cake! A guaranteed holiday hit!
Some of my very favorite Christmas memories revolve around baking.
My mom always did such a good job of baking multiple batches of multiple cookies, cakes, and fudge.
One year she hosted 4 families for a Christmas party and baked each one a gingerbread house – from scratch – to decorate.
I love the memories (and the cookies!), but in this season of working-mom life, I do not have the time for all of that.
And, sure, plain cookies are fine. But if you want to take it up a notch with little to no extra effort?
Enter: the Christmas cookie cake.
You can of course use any cookie cake recipe, but using place + bake cookies makes it a super easy, 3-minute task.
And, can you resist those cute snowmen cookies? Or Santas, elves, or reindeer? I sure can’t!
I hesitate to even call this a recipe – it’s just assembly! Here’s how easy it is to make:
How to Make a Christmas Cookie Cake
Ready to get started?
Here’s what you’ll need:
- Refrigerated Chocolate Chip OR Sugar Cookie Dough
- Refrigerated Christmas-Designed Cookie Dough (Snowmen, Santas, Elves, Reindeer, etc.)
- Red or Green Icing Tube
- Christmas-Themed Sprinkles
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Shape the Dough: Press the chocolate chip/sugar cookie dough into the bottom of a round cake pan. I prefer to use a springform pan for this cake so it’s easy to remove.
- Add Sprinkles: This is optional, but I added a sprinkle of red and green sprinkles at this point, just for some extra holiday fun!
- Add Christmas Cookies: Place the Christmas-shaped cookies (I used snowmen, but you can choose your favorite) on top and gently press them into the bottom layer.
- Bake: Bake your cookie at 350°F for about 30 minutes.
- Cool: Let your cookie cake cool completely before decorating.
- Decorate: This is where the fun really begins! Use the icing to create a border or add festive designs. Add another sprinkle of holiday magic with your Christmas sprinkles.
This cookie cake is perfect for a last-minute party treat, an easy dessert to make with your kids, or even a sweet holiday gift for neighbors.
Quick, fun, and delicious – it’s a surefire way to add some festive cheer to your holiday season!
Happy baking!
Thanks for reading!
Hey there, I’m Morgan, the creative mind behind CelebratingWithKids.com! As a parent of two lively little ones, I’ve made it my mission to turn ordinary days into extraordinary adventures, sharing playful activities, thoughtful toy reviews, and delightful printables to help families celebrate every moment together. 🎉👨👩👧👦🎈