There are many ways to conjure up holiday joy.
But we especially like the kind that combines two of our favorite things: friends and cookies.
As you’recounting down to Christmas, why not host a holiday cookie exchange at your place?
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So at the end of the event, you and your guests will each have your own delectable assortment.
Here’s how to organize the fun.
Shoot for eight to 10 friends who like to bake and will have fun spending an evening together.
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In that case, tell everyone to bringa baking-related giftfor under $20.
Determine How Much Everyone Will Make
Typically, guests bake a dozen cookies for each attendee.
Let guests know what the cookie exchange rules aresuch as, cookies should be made from scratch orholiday-themed.
Fred Hardy
Tactfully suggest someone switch if there’s an overlap.
(Pick the most experienced baker who won’t be frazzled by a change in plan.)
Here are some ideas:
Scroll to the bottom of the article for even more recipe inspiration!
Caitlin Bensel
Consider non-sweet dishes like vegetabledipsor finger sandwiches since you’ll probably be nibbling on cookies.
Again, depending on your level of ambition, you might encourage guests to get creative with their presentation.
They could display their cookies in a festive basket or holiday-themed tray or inside a gift-wrapped box.
(Or freeze the dough.)
(No pressure: They can say, “Taste and see for yourself!")
Then it’s ready, set, and go!
After the Party
Collect the Recipes
Have guests e-mail their delicious cookie recipes afterward.
you’re free to compile a master list of them and e-mail it to everyone at once.
Chocolate Linzer Cookies
Wow your guests with these stunning chocolate Linzer cookies.
