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Best Christmas Cookie Decorating Ideas

Check out these creative designs from some of our favorite bloggers -- and get inspired to bake this holiday season!

Christmas Cookies 2012

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Elf Cookies

Elf cutouts are a fun alternative to the popular Santa and snowmen shapes.

Tip: Bake the cookies one day and decorate them the next. Once the cookies are dry, leave them uncovered for at least six hours. The icing needs that long to set, but don't worry -- the cookies won't go stale.

Source: Bake at 350

Photo: Bake at 350 Blog

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