The sweetest way to spread holiday cheer this year? By baking up a few batches of these easy thumbprint cookies. Out of all the Christmas cookie recipes out there, thumbprints are definitely the ones that bring us the most nostalgia. Once you begin whipping up these holiday treats with your family, you'll instantly be taken back to your own childhood. Although there are several recipes for the traditional take that feature a sugar cookie base with a raspberry filling, there are tons of other inventive options you'll want to try immediately. If you're a chocoholic, you're in luck, because there are many chocolate-filled treats on this list. The chocolate mint thumbprint cookies, chocolate espresso thumbprint cookies, and chocolate hazelnut thumbprints with Kahlua ganache are especially divine. There are also lots of recipes on this list featuring the most beloved flavors of the season, including the gingerbread thumbprint cookies, candy cane Kiss cookies, and eggnog thumbprint cookies. If you're baking up a batch with the kids, they'll especially love the Twix thumbprint cookies, mini chocolate chip thumbprint cookies, and brownie chocolate chip cookie thumbprint cookies. Once you serve these treats at your Christmas party or Christmas dinner, your friends and family will be insisting you make them every year.
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Christmas Thumbprint Cookies
Talk about a showstopper of a recipe. Kids will enjoy decorating these confections with festive sprinkles and icing.
Get the recipe at Number 2 Pencil.
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Chocolate Mint Thumbprint Cookies
This batch of thumbprint cookies is bursting with minty freshness in both the cookie and the filling. The secret? Créme de Menthe liqueur and baking chips.
Get the recipe at The Cookie Rookie.
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Coconut Thumbprint Cookies
No one will be able to resist these Nutella-filled treats. Make sure you have enough ingredients on hand to bake a double batch, because these cookies won't last long.
Get the recipe at Chelsea's Messy Apron.
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Chocolate Sprinkle Thumbprint Cookies
Calling all chocolate lovers: This might be the only thumbprint recipe you ever bake again. You can even customize this cookie by using your favorite flavor of Hershey's kisses.
Get the recipe at My Incredible Recipes.
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Red Velvet Thumbprint Cookies With Cream Cheese Filling
The creamy filling makes these cocoa-infused thumbprint cookies absolutely melt in your mouth. Of course, not only do they taste amazing, but they also look incredible too.
Get the recipe at The Recipe Critic.
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Caramel Apple Spice Thumbprints
Move on over, apple pie—there's a new fruit-filled treat in town. These thumbprints are the perfect balance of sweet and spiced flavors.
Get the recipe at Sally's Baking Addiction.
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Twix Thumbprint Cookies
Kids will especially love their favorite candy bar in cookie form. This blogger writes that her recipe tastes just like a Twix—but even better.
Get the recipe at Cooking Classy.
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Buttercream Walnut Thumbprint Cookies
Make sure you roast your walnuts before adding them into this mix. This blogger notes the simple step "really brings out their flavor."
Get the recipe at The Almond Eater.
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Turtle Thumbprint Cookies
A crunchy chocolate cookie paired with a creamy caramel filling is a dreamy combination. A drizzle of chocolate makes it even more decadent.
Get the recipe at Lil' Luna.
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Gingerbread Thumbprint Cookies
For the ultimate quick and easy recipe, use a store bought cookie mix to make these classic treats.
Get the recipe at The Bearfoot Baker.
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Mint Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies
These mouthwatering sweets are filled with a white chocolate mint ganache.
Get the recipe at Marsha's Baking Addiction.
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Eggnog Thumbprints
This colorful dessert gets a dose of egg nog in both the cookie batter and the creamy center.
Get the recipe at Inside BruCrew Life.
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Chocolate Espresso Thumbprint Cookies
Coffee lovers will love this ultra rich dessert.
Get the recipe at Half Baked Harvest.
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Ginger Molasses Thumbprint Cookies
These sugar and spiced cookies are complete with a creamy caramel center.
Get the recipe at Saving Dessert.
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Salted Caramel Almond Thumbprint Cookies
Everyone will go nutty for this 20-minute recipe.
Get the recipe at A Latte Food.
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Dulce De Leche Shortbread Thumbprint Cookies
This blogger recommends using a shiny aluminum baking pan to make the best looking cookies.
Get the recipe at Love and Olive Oil.
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Raspberry Walnut Thumbprint Cookies
Rolled in chopped walnuts, this cookie gives a satisfying crunch.
Get the recipe at Jo Cooks.
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Candy Cane Kiss Cookies
Make your standard sugar cookie unforgettable by adding a peppermint-flavored Hershey's Kiss.
Get the recipe at Hot Beauty Health.
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Gingerbread Thumbprint Cookies
This recipe is sweet, spiced, and oh-so-nice, thanks to its gingerbread base and white chocolate filling.
Get the recipe at Swanky Recipes.
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Chocolate Pumpkin Thumbprint Cookies
You can't go wrong with the mouthwatering combination of chocolate and pumpkin—especially in this easy recipe.
Get the recipe at Creme de la Crumb.
