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Easy & Affordable Christmas DIY: Building Your Cookie Box!

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Make a Christmas cookie box with me! 🍪 Important note; while I grew up making these as Christmas Cookie Boxes, these can be applied to any holiday celebration where gift-giving is appropriate. I use Christmas because that is the celebration I'm fa...
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Your Christmas Box Supplies: Michaels

 
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These sturdy kraft boxes make it easy to pack up a batch of cookies and still look festive. The simple holiday design fits any theme, and the lids keep treats fresh until they’re gifted.
Christmas Cookie Boxes for Gift Giving
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These gingerbread-shaped boxes add a playful, storybook touch to any cookie gift set. They’re perfect for portioning small treats or creating a countdown gift that doubles as holiday décor.
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The bright gingerbread design instantly makes your cookies look more festive. Their convenient size makes them great for bake sales, party favors, or quick grab-and-go gifts.
24 Pack Gingerbread Treat Boxes for Christmas Party ...
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The clear window lets your cookies shine while keeping them neatly protected. The gold-star design gives your homemade treats an elegant, ready-for-gifting look.
24 Pieces Christmas Cookie Boxes for Gift Giving – 9x6x3 Golden Star with Window, Auto-Up Holiday Treat Boxes for Baking Goods, Desserts, Mini Cakes & Donuts
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These see-through cello bags are perfect for wrapping cookies individually or in small bundles. They add a professional touch and help keep cookies fresh without hiding your hard work.
JAM Paper 6" Clear Cello Bags, 25ct.
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This parchment paper makes baking and packaging a breeze by preventing sticking and keeping cookies intact. It’s also handy for layering treats inside boxes to separate delicate cookies.
Parchment Paper Mega Roll by Celebrate It®
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These metallic gift tags instantly dress up any cookie box with a polished finish. They’re perfect for adding names, short notes, or warm holiday wishes.
2" x 3.5" Red, Silver & Gold Tag Set by Recollections™
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These vibrant tags bring a meaningful, personal touch to holiday treat boxes. They’re a thoughtful way to celebrate Kwanzaa while sharing homemade cookies and sweets.
Assorted Heritage Holiday Party Favor Tags
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These Hanukkah-themed gift tags bring a meaningful, celebratory touch to treat boxes by featuring festive symbols.
Big Dot of Happiness Hanukkah Menorah
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Your Christmas Box Supplies: Amazon

 
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These boxes save you time when packaging baked goods and look adorable with their festive holiday patterns. The built-in window lets your cookies or cupcakes peek through while keeping them secure for gifting.
JOYIN 24PCS Xmas Cookie Gift Boxes w/Tags
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This cheerful set comes with classic Christmas prints that make your cookie boxes feel warm and personal. They’re easy to assemble and sturdy enough to hold cookies, fudge, or other homemade treats.
DIYASY 18 Pcs Christmas 3D Kraft Gift Boxes
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The JOYIN boxes feature a variety of cheerful prints that make your cookie gifts look like they came straight from a bakery. They’re a great option if you’re packaging treats for teachers, coworkers, or neighbors.
JOYIN 24 Foiled Kraft Christmas Cookie Boxes
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These roomy boxes are perfect for bigger cookie assortments or mixed holiday goodies. Their festive patterns and sturdy design make them both practical and gift-ready.
JOYIN 24PCS Christmas Cookie Boxes w/ Window
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These roomy boxes are perfect for bigger cookie assortments or mixed holiday goodies. Their festive patterns and sturdy design make them both practical and gift-ready.
Funnymoom 36 Pcs Christmas Cookie Boxes
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The pop-up design makes these boxes super easy to assemble when you’re short on time. The clear window gives your homemade treats a professional look without needing extra decoration.
CHOUNYEE 24PCS 9x6x3 Golden Star Xmas Boxes
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These cookie boxes have a clean, elegant holiday style that’s perfect for thoughtful gifting. The mix of red, white, and gold accents adds a touch of sophistication to your baked creations.
Christmas Cookie Boxes Set of 9 - Sturdy Tins
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These gingerbread-themed boxes bring cozy, nostalgic charm to your cookie gifts. Their whimsical design makes them a hit for family exchanges or kids’ holiday parties.
Whaline 24Pcs Pink Gingerbread Xmas Treat Boxes
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These cardboard gingerbread boxes are both sturdy and adorable, perfect for stacking cookies or small candies. They’re a simple way to make your packaging feel festive and homemade.
FRIDAY NIGHT Christmas Gingerbread Treat Boxes (12 Pcs)
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Made from natural kraft paper, these boxes offer a rustic, handmade feel that pairs beautifully with ribbon or tags. They’re ideal for anyone who loves a simple, classic holiday presentation.
SULOLI 24 Pcs Christmas Kraft Paper Gift Boxes
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This non-stick parchment paper keeps cookies from crumbling or sticking while baking and packaging. It’s also perfect for layering between cookies inside your gift boxes to keep them fresh.
Reynolds Kitchens Unbleached Parchment Paper Roll 45ft x 12in
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These rustic tags add a handmade touch to any cookie box. The simple kraft design pairs well with twine or ribbon for a cozy, festive finish.
100 Pack Brown Kraft Christmas Gift Tags with Jute Twine
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These colorful tags make your cookie gifts feel extra personal and festive. They’re easy to tie on and have enough space for a cheerful message or recipient’s name.
Anwyll 50Pcs Merry Christmas Gift Tags
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These Hanukkah tags feature classic blue and gold designs that beautifully match the season’s traditions. They’re perfect for labeling cookie boxes or small gifts while adding a meaningful touch.
Natural Kraft Hanukkah Gift Tags, 100pcs
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These bold Kwanzaa tags celebrate heritage and community through vibrant colors and meaningful symbols. They add warmth and intention to any holiday cookie or treat box.
Big Dot of Happiness Happy Kwanzaa Gift Tags
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Your Christmas Cookie Box Recipes - Gluten-Free

 
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Gingerbread men are a holiday cookie classic. I have so many nostalgic memories of making and decorating these with my family, I have to include them every year.
Gluten Free Gingerbread Cookies
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This recipe doesn't explicitly call for ingredients with gluten, but make sure to double-check your candy melts and almond bark. Some brands use gluten/wheat as a preservative to make the shelf life longer.
Easy Salted Peppermint Chocolate Bark | Julie Blanner
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This recipe does not specify gluten-free ingredients, but substitute the normal pretzel rods for gluten-free ones, double-check your chocolate if gluten-free and you can use the exact same recipe!
Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods
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Growing up low-income and rural, we always made our Christmas treats from scratch and fudge was the sugar-bomb we always were dying to have. Give it your own twist with special sprinkles or flavors!
Irresistible Homemade Christmas Fudge Recipe to Delight You - Recipespecial
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I love this recipe, I am an avid user of Bob's Red Mill gluten-free flour blends so finding recipes that include it in the recipe is a great find every time.
Gluten Free Biscotti
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In my humble opinion, cherry mash is one of the most underrated treats of all time. It is an insane amount of sugar, but aren't all of the tastiest treats?
Old Fashioned Cherry Mash Chocolates - Real Life Dinner
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Your Christmas Cookie Box Recipes - Gluten-Full

 
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Gingerbread men are a holiday cookie classic. I have so many nostalgic memories of making and decorating these with my family, I have to include them every year.
Soft & Chewy Gingerbread Men Cookies
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Peppermint Bark is my all-time favorite Christmas candy. Growing up we always made this from scratch every year.
Easy Salted Peppermint Chocolate Bark | Julie Blanner
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These are super fun to make with younger family members, they can get super creative with the sprinkles and decorations. Just make sure any young elfs have supervision when around the melted chocolate since it will be warm/hot.
Chocolate Covered Pretzel Rods
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Growing up low-income and rural, we always made our Christmas treats from scratch and fudge was the sugar-bomb we always were dying to have. Give it your own twist with special sprinkles or flavors!
Irresistible Homemade Christmas Fudge Recipe to Delight You - Recipespecial
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There is almost nothing better than waking up on a cold winter morning, making a steaming hot cup of coffee and having a fresh, spiced-gingerbread biscotti to enjoy.
Homemade Gingerbread Biscotti Recipe
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In my humble opinion, cherry mash is one of the most underrated treats of all time. It is an insane amount of sugar, but aren't all of the tastiest treats?
Old Fashioned Cherry Mash Chocolates - Real Life Dinner
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