Variety is the spice of life, and it’s no different when it comes to cookies. Try to include some sweet, perhaps salty, or a little bit of both to surprise taste buds. Not sure what treat to make for your box of goodies? Here are some of our favourite easy-to-bake cookie recipes:

• Sugar Cookies – No piping bag? No problem! Try using a paintbrush to paint on simple designs.
• Gingerbread Biscotti – Crisp with a little kick, it’s no surprise these are a holiday favourite.
• Snow Drop Cookies – These simple cookies require only five ingredients but are undeniably addictive.
• Pistachio Almond Truffles – Is there really anything better than a chocolate covered cookie ball topped with pistachios?

Many holiday favourites are delicate, so to ensure your bars and cookies stay in one piece, consider these handy packing tips:

• Line cookie tins with bubble wrap and cover with parchment before placing cookies inside. Or try plain popped popcorn as an eco-friendly cookie cushion.
• If stacking multiple varieties of cookies, place heavier cookies on the bottom of the pile and fragile cookies on the top layer.
• Plastic wrap or foil can be used to bundle small stacks of cookies together. A snug wrapping job will keep cookies from moving around and falling apart.

Try these tips to add some colour and flare to your holiday cookie box.

• Line your box or tin with decorative tissue paper for added colour and Christmas spirit.
• Use twine or colourful ribbon to tie the box together.
• Tie on a gift tag with a personalized message.
• Choose a box with a see-through lid to show off the beauty of your cookies.