Leftover Christmas cookies don’t have to fade into stale obscurity after the holidays—they can be transformed into entirely new treats with a little creativity. One of the easiest revivals is turning cookies into flavorful crumbs that can be blended into pie crusts, cheesecake bases, cupcake toppings, or mixed into ice cream for added texture and nostalgia-infused flavor. Crushed gingerbread, chocolate chip, or sugar cookies bring instant holiday character to new desserts with almost no extra effort. Cookies can also become standout snacks by chopping and mixing them with nuts, chocolate candies, or dried fruit for a festive trail mix that feels intentional rather than leftover. Another crowd-pleasing option is turning them into ice cream sandwiches, pairing spiced or chocolate cookies with classic vanilla, rich chocolate, or refreshing peppermint ice cream, then freezing them for a crisp, satisfying bite. For a more elevated presentation, cookies layer beautifully into trifles, parfaits, and dessert cups, where their texture contrasts perfectly with whipped cream, pudding, custard, caramel, or fruit. With just a few simple techniques, yesterday’s cookie tin becomes today’s reinvented dessert centerpiece—proving that holiday sweetness doesn’t have to end when the decorations come down.
source: https://www.chocolateshippedcookies.com/3-creative-ways-repurpose-leftover-christmas-cookies/
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