Soft Christmas Cookies are the perfect holiday treat, offering a melt-in-your-mouth texture and festive flavor in every bite. These buttery, tender cookies are lightly sweetened and decorated with colorful sprinkles or icing, making them as delightful to look at as they are to eat.
Ideal for cookie exchanges, family gatherings, or a cozy baking session at home, these cookies are simple to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser. Their soft, pillowy texture and warm, holiday-inspired taste capture the essence of Christmas, bringing joy to every bite.
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
• 2 cups vanilla wafers, crumbled
• 10 pretzel twists, crushed
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling:
• 16 oz cream cheese (2 blocks), softened
• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 8 oz whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
• 1/2 cup holiday-colored sprinkles (red, green, and white)
For the Topping:
• Additional holiday-colored sprinkles for garnish
Instructions:
- Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine the crumbled vanilla wafers, crushed pretzel twists, and melted butter. Mix until everything is evenly coated in butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish to form an even layer. Place the crust in the refrigerator to set while preparing the filling.
- Make the Creamy Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk, continuing to beat until fully combined. Stir in the vanilla extract and peppermint extract for a delicious holiday flavor.
- Fold in Whipped Topping & Sprinkles: Gently fold the thawed whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and fluffy. Once combined, fold in 1/2 cup of holiday-colored sprinkles. The sprinkles will add festive bursts of color throughout the creamy filling!
- Assemble the Cake: Spread the sprinkle-filled creamy filling evenly over the prepared crust. Smooth the top with a spatula for an even finish.
- Garnish & Chill: Sprinkle additional holiday-colored sprinkles on top for a festive crunch. Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the filling to firm up.
- Serve & Enjoy: Slice the Christmas Crunch Cake into squares and serve chilled. Each bite is a creamy, crunchy, and festive delight!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes | Chill Time: 4 hours | Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes Serving: About 12-15 slices. Calorie Count per slice: Approximately 250-300 Kcal.
- This Christmas Crunch Cake is a delightful no-bake dessert that combines a crunchy vanilla wafer and pretzel crust with a creamy, peppermint-scented filling studded with festive holiday sprinkles!