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Christmas Baking Essentials | Holiday Cookie Tools & Cozy Kitchen Must-Haves
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items Everything I reach for during Christmas baking season—from cookie swaps to cozy family baking days. These tried-and-true tools and ingredients make holiday baking easier, cuter, and way more fun.
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Cookie Baking Essentials
Christmas Cookie Cutters & Shapes
Mixing & Prep Tools for Holiday Baking
Christmas Cookie Decorating Supplies
Holiday Baking Ingredients to Stock
Cookie Swap & Christmas Treat Gifting Supplies
Cookie Baking Essentials
These Christmas baking tools are the foundation for perfect holiday cookies. From evenly baked cookie sheets to mess-free parchment paper, these are the must-haves I use every Christmas baking season.
Sturdy pans that bake holiday cookies evenly without warping.
Wilton 15"x21" Mega Cookie Sheet
Nonstick mats for evenly baked Christmas cookies and easy cleanup.
Last Confection Silicone Baking Mats (11-5/8" x 16-1/2"), Set of 2 Half Sheet Professional Non-Stick Food Safe Tray Pan Liners
Creates uniform cookies fast with less hand strain.
Wilton Stainless Steel Cookie Scoop Baking Tool 4 Tsp Capacity Ideal for Christmas Cookies, Batter & Tart Filling
Cools Christmas cookies quickly before decorating or gifting.
PinkSheep Cooling Racks for Baking, Stackable Stainless Steel Baking Cooking Cooling Rack for Cookies, Set of 2, 15.8" x 9.8"
Speeds up holiday baking and reduces mess.
Reynolds Kitchens Cookie Baking Sheets, Pre-Cut Parchment Paper Sheets, 12 in x 16 in, 25 Count
Christmas Cookie Cutters & Shapes
Festive cookie cutters that make Christmas baking fun and easy. Perfect for classic holiday shapes, baking with kids, and creating cookies that look adorable without complicated decorating.
Timeless holiday shapes for festive cookies.
Zulay Kitchen (14-Pieces) Metal Christmas Cookie Cutters
Perfect for kids and bite-size Christmas cookies.
R&M International Snowfall/Christmas Mini Cookie Cutters, Set of 11
Adds detail without extra decorating.
R&M International 5 Piece Christmas Cookie Stamper Set, 2.75-Inch
Personalize cookies with names or messages.
26pcs Alphabet Letter Cookie Cutters Set, Stainless Steel Biscuit Cookie Cutter - Silver
Mixing & Prep Tools for Holiday Baking
Reliable mixing and prep tools that save time during holiday baking. These essentials help streamline cookie dough prep, frosting, and batch baking during busy Christmas weeks.
This is my top pick in mixers. I have had my kitchen aid mixer for years and it still works great.
KitchenAid Artisan 5 Qt Tilt Head Mixer Pistachio
This is my top pick of hand mixers. It does a great job even with thicker doughs. And it is perfect for making smaller batches.
KitchenAid 9-Speed Hand Mixer - KHM926
I love these beautiful glas mixing bowls. They are high quality and beautiful.
The Pioneer Woman 8-Piece Glass Mixing Bowl Set
I love the variety of different rubber spatula to meet any of your baking projects.
Food Grade Silicone Rubber Spatula Set, AOKIWO 5 Pcs Kithen Cooking Mixing Utensil Set, BPA-Free High Heat Resistant Non Stick Dishwasher-Mixed Color 02 - Walmart.com
These are the ideal cookie spatulas for removing them from the baking sheet.
HZCrisp Small Spatula Set of 3 – Mini Stainless Steel Slotted Spatulas with Non-Slip Handle for Flipping Pancakes, Eggs, Cookies, Brownies and More, Kitchen Cooking Utensils - Walmart.com
This is a perfect measuring cup set to use all year long in the kitchen.
Cook with Color 8-Piece Magnetic Measuring Cup Set – Stylish Gold, Accurate and Dishwasher Safe
This is amazing, no more using a ruler and trying to get the perfect thickness in your dough. This gives you the perfect thickness every time and is adjustable.
Good Cooking Adjustable Extra Large Pastry Rolling Pin with Thickness Rings - Stainless Steel French Dough Roller with 17" Barrel - Great Gift Idea
This is my dream mixer. I can make dough and triple batches in this one.
Bosch Universal Plus Stand Mixer 6.5 Qt 500W
Christmas Cookie Decorating Supplies
Everything needed to decorate Christmas cookies beautifully at home. These decorating tools make icing, sprinkles, and holiday details easier—whether you’re a beginner or seasoned baker.
I love having reusable piping bags, since I am an avid baker. It saves me money in the long run.
4 Pack 16" Reusable White Pastry Piping Bags
This set have everything in it for decorating cakes, cookies, and cupcakes. This is great for beginners and pros.
56 PCS Cookie Decorating Kit with Turntable & Brushes
This a good set for beginners.
Piping Bags & Tips Set with Converters & Rings
Gel food coloring helps you get those really rich and bright colors.
Classic Gel Food Coloring - Favorite Day™ - 2.7oz
Holiday Baking Ingredients to Stock
Classic Christmas baking ingredients I always keep on hand. These staples are perfect for cookies, brownies, and festive treats throughout the holiday season.
The Watkins brand for extracts is my absolute favorite brand.
Watkins Pure Vanilla Extract with Madagascar Vanilla Beans 2oz
This is a nice flavoring to add to baked goods.
Watkins Almond Extract - 2oz
This is my favorite cocoa to use in all my baking endeavors.
GHIRARDELLI Premium Baking 100% Cocoa Unsweetened Cocoa Powder - 8oz
White chocolate just adds another flavor to your baked goods. I love white chocolate in pumpkin spice cookies.
GHIRARDELLI Premium Baking Classic White Chips - 11oz
Nestle chocolate chips are my next favorite brand of chocolate chips.
Nestle Toll House Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips for Cookie Baking - 12oz
Peppermint is the perfect flavor to add to holiday baked goods.
Watkins Pure Peppermint Extract (Liquid), 2 fl oz
These sprinkles adds fun color to your iced cookies.
Wilton Christmas Edible Sprinkle Mix 6-Cell 6.4 oz for Cookies and Cake Decorating, Red, Green, White and More
This is a fun way to add Christmas cheer to any baking project.
Christmas Sprinkles and Confetti - 2.54oz - Favorite Day™
Cookie Swap & Christmas Treat Gifting Supplies
Essential supplies for Christmas cookie swaps and gifting homemade treats. These packaging favorites keep cookies fresh while making them look bakery-worthy and gift-ready.
These are another great option for treat boxes to give away to others!
Joyfy 36 Pcs Christmas Cookie Boxes, 4"x4" Brown Bakery Gift Boxes with Window, Christmas Party Favor for Cupcakes Pastries Donuts Holiday Treats
This is an adorable way to wrap treats up to give away to family and friends!
Wrapables Xmas Gingerbread House Gift Boxes & Tags 10pcs
I absolutely love this parchment paper that is Christmas themed.
Tenceur 150 Pcs Christmas Wax Paper Sheets
These are the perfect bags to put treats in for gifts.
AnapoliZ X-Large 24x30 Clear Cellophane Bags
Cozy Christmas Baking Day Extras
Cozy extras that make Christmas baking days feel special. From warm drinks to festive aprons, these small touches turn holiday baking into a memory-making tradition.
Perfect for coffee or cocoa while baking.
Holiday Icons Ceramic Mug Set 13 OZ 4-Piece Holiday Time
I love having a variety of hot chocolate flavors.
Christmas Hot Cocoa Mix - Variety Pack - 16oz - Favorite Day™
Festive protection while you bake.
Design Imports Christmas Apron Kitchen & Emb Dishtowel Set Kitchen Set 3 Piece, Mrs. Claus
Prevents over-baked goods.
Taylor 99 Minute Slim Digital Timer: Kitchen Cooking Timer, Digital Display, Magnetic Mount, Battery Included
Plays Christmas music while baking.
JBL Go4 Bluetooth Wireless Speaker - Blue: USB-C, Waterproof, Outdoor Use, IP67 Rating
Easy Cleanup Baking Tools (Mom-Favorite Section)
Time-saving baking tools that make cleanup faster and easier. Perfect for busy moms who want to enjoy Christmas baking without spending hours washing dishes.
Protects hands during cleanup.
O-Cedar Living Gloves - Large - 2pk
Catches sprinkles and icing.
MR.SIGA Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink Strainer 2 Pack
These are great at getting stuck on food off.
Kroger - Core Home Pan Scraper - Assorted, 3 pc
Cleans counters fast.
Amazon Basics Stainless Steel Scraper/Chopper, 6"
Protects surfaces during baking.
2 Pack Silicone Mats for Kitchen Counter, Non-slip Waterproof Large Countertop Protector Mat, Heat Resistant Mat, Silicone Craft Mat, Silicone Placemat - Walmart.com
Quick cleanup after decorating.
Disposable Decorating Bags
Medical Mom & Low Energy Christmas Baking Tools
Low-energy Christmas baking tools designed to reduce hand strain and fatigue. These favorites make holiday baking more manageable during busy, exhausting, or hospital-heavy seasons.
Prevents extra re-rolling.
Rolling Pin 4 Adjustable Rings 13.6in Wood
Saves time and energy.
24pcs 2oz Reusable Salad Dressing Containers
Keeps dough covered without mess.
Silicone Mixers Bowl Cover Compatible with KitchenAid 4.5-5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixers Bowl,with Collapsible Small Bowl(Blue)
This makes clean up a breeze!
Syenll Silicone Baking Mat, Non Stick Pastry Rolling Mat for Cookies, Bread and Baking Supplies, 23.6 x 15.7 inch, Red - Walmart.com
Reduces hand fatigue.
Windfall Stainless Steel Ice Cream Scooper with Trigger Small Medium and Large Cookie Scoops for Baking Easy to Clean Highly Durable Ergonomic Handle Cookie Dough Scoop
Kid-Friendly Christmas Baking Supplies
Kid-friendly baking tools that make Christmas baking safer and more fun. Perfect for involving little helpers while keeping holiday baking stress-free.
Helps kids reach safely.
Wooden Kids Step Stool 13"W x 12"H 300LB
Less mess, more fun.
Kroger - Holiday Home™ Assorted Christmas Sprinkles, 1 ct / 6.79 oz
Safe for kids to use.
Kroger - Wilton Christmas Holiday Home Metal Cookie Cutter Set, 18 pc
Perfect for small hands.
Mini Rolling Pins for Kids 4 Pack, Plastic Handle Rolling Pins 9 Inch Non-Stick Silicone Rolling Pins for Kids Cake Baking
Keeps little bakers clean.
MARIATHERES Children's apron - beige 18x22 "