11 Christmas Train Cookies Transportation Themed

Classic Christmas Locomotive Cookies

These delightful Classic Christmas Locomotive Cookies are perfect for the holiday season, bringing a sprinkle of joy and nostalgia to your festivities. Shaped like trains, these cookies are not only fun to bake but also fun to decorate. Using a simple sugar cookie base, you can let your creativity shine as you personalize each train car with colorful icing and festive decorations.

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Gingerbread Train Cars

Gingerbread Train Cars are a delightful twist on the classic holiday treat, providing a fun and interactive way to celebrate the festive season. These spiced cookie creations are perfect for decorating with family and friends, making them an ideal addition to your Christmas festivities. With their warm flavors and charming shapes, these gingerbread train cars are certain to be a hit with children and adults alike.

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This guarantees that the gingerbread cookies will bake evenly.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and salt until well combined. This will form the base of your gingerbread mixture.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In another bowl, beat the unsalted butter and brown sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
4. Add Eggs and Molasses: Once the butter and sugar are creamy, add the egg and molasses to the bowl. Beat the mixture until fully combined.
5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet mixture, stirring well after each addition. Mix until a dough forms. The dough should be smooth and slightly sticky.
6. Chill the Dough: Once the dough is formed, wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Chilling the dough helps it hold its shape when baking.
7. Roll out the Dough: After chilling, take the dough out of the refrigerator. On a lightly floured surface, roll it out to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use a gingerbread train car cookie cutter (or a knife to cut out shapes) to create the train cars.
8. Bake the Cookies: Place the cut-out cookie shapes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are firm and just starting to brown. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Decorate: Once the gingerbread train cars are completely cooled, use royal icing and assorted candies to decorate your train cars. Get creative with your designs, or follow traditional patterns for a classic look.
10. Serve and Enjoy: Once decorated, your gingerbread train cars are ready to be displayed or served at your holiday gatherings. Enjoy this festive treat with family and friends!

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Peppermint Candy Train Tracks

Peppermint Candy Train Tracks are a whimsical treat that adds a festive flair to any holiday cookie display. These sweet, crunchy tracks are not only visually appealing but also provide a delicious contrast to the spiced flavors of gingerbread train cars. Perfect for decorating your holiday cookies, this simple recipe uses peppermint candies to create colorful and delightful tracks that will impress your family and friends.

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This guarantees the peppermint candies will melt evenly.
2. Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This will prevent the melted candies from sticking and make for easy cleanup.
3. Arrange Peppermint Candies: Place the peppermint candies on the lined baking sheet. Arrange them in parallel lines, allowing some space between each candy. You can create tracks as long as you’d like, generally about 6-8 inches in length works well.
4. Bake Candies: Once your candies are arranged, place the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Bake for about 6-8 minutes, or until the candies are melted and have spread out into a thin layer. Keep a close eye on them to avoid burning.
5. Remove from Oven: Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the melted candies to sit for a minute to cool slightly, being cautious as they will be very hot.
6. Create Tracks: Using a spatula, gently smooth the melted candies together to form a uniform track. If you want to add any shapes or designs, now is the time to use the back of a spoon or a knife to create grooves.
7. Cool Completely: Let the peppermint candy tracks cool completely at room temperature. Once hardened, you can break the tracks into your desired sizes.
8. Melt Chocolate: While the candy tracks are cooling, melt the chocolate wafers according to the package directions, usually done in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
9. Decorate Tracks: Once cool, use the melted chocolate to drizzle over the candy tracks for added decoration or to secure them to gingerbread train cars.
10. Let Set: Allow the chocolate to set for a few minutes before using the candy tracks as decoration on your holiday cookies.

Enjoy making these enchanting Peppermint Candy Train Tracks and let their vibrant colors and flavors enhance your Christmas cookie display!

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Santa’s Sleigh Express Cookies

Santa’s Sleigh Express Cookies are festive and fun treats that will delight both children and adults alike. Shaped like Santa’s sleigh, these cookies are perfect for decorating with colorful icing and edible embellishments. They bring a cheerful touch to your holiday cookie platter and are a wonderful baking activity to enjoy with the family.

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This helps guarantee even baking for your cookies.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set this mix aside as you combine the wet ingredients.
3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture until fully combined.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cookies tough.
6. Shape the Cookies: Scoop out tablespoon-sized amounts of dough and roll them in your hands to form balls. Press each ball down slightly to form a flatter, sleigh-like shape, about ¼ inch thick. You can make the sleighs longer in the back for a more realistic look.
7. Bake Cookies: Place the shaped cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake them in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
8. Cool Completely: Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Decorate Cookies: Once the cookies have cooled down, you can decorate them with red fondant or icing to resemble Santa’s sleigh. Use additional edible decorations like sprinkles or edible glitter to add festive touches.
10. Let Set: Allow the decorated cookies to set for about 30 minutes before serving or packaging them for gifts. Enjoy the festive spirit they bring!

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Snowman Train Conductor Treats

Snowman Train Conductor Treats are adorable and festive holiday cookies that are perfect for celebrating the season with family and friends. These delightful treats are shaped like cheerful snowmen and can serve as a fun activity for kids during the holiday baking extravaganza. With a little creativity, you can personalize their look using various decorations, making these cookies not only delicious but also a visual delight on your holiday cookie platter.

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This helps to create the perfect environment for baking your cookies.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set this mixture aside as you prepare the wet ingredients.
3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together using a hand mixer or stand mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy.
4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract into the butter and sugar mix until fully combined.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix until just combined, ensuring not to overmix, as this could lead to tough cookies.
6. Shape the Cookies: Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough, and roll them into balls. For the snowman shape, use the back of a spoon or your hands to slightly flatten the balls and create a snowman figure, ensuring to make three different sizes for the head, body, and bottom.
7. Bake Cookies: Place the shaped cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet, making sure they are spaced about 2 inches apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
8. Cool Completely: Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Prepare the Frosting: While the cookies are cooling, make the frosting by whisking the powdered sugar with milk in a bowl until you reach your desired consistency. You want it thick enough to hold its shape but spreadable.
10. Decorate the Cookies: Once the cookies are cool, use the frosting to outline and decorate your snowmen. Use blue fondant to create hats, orange candies for noses, chocolate chips for eyes, and optionally, mini pretzels as arms. Get creative and have fun with the decorations!
11. Serve and Enjoy: After you’ve decorated the snowman treats, they are ready to serve! Arrange them on a festive platter and enjoy the holiday spirit!

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Chocolate Chip Engine Cookies

Chocolate Chip Engine Cookies are a delightful and imaginative treat that will surely capture the hearts of both kids and adults during the holiday season. These cookies are shaped like train engines, complete with chocolate chip “wheels” and provide a fun opportunity for decorating and personalizing. Perfect for a holiday gathering or as a sweet gift, these cookies are bound to bring joy and inspiration to your festive celebrations.

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This guarantees that your cookies will bake evenly and come out perfectly.
2. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well blended. This helps to confirm that the baking soda is evenly distributed throughout the flour.
3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, use a stand mixer or hand mixer to cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, beating until thoroughly combined and smooth.
5. Mix Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough; stop once you see no flour pockets.
6. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the semi-sweet chocolate chips into the dough using a spatula until they are evenly distributed throughout.
7. Shape the Cookies: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion out the dough and shape it into a rectangle resembling a train engine. Aim for a rounded front for the “cow catcher” and a rectangular back for the engine’s body.
8. Add Wheels: Place chocolate chips or M&M’s onto the sides of the cookie for the wheels of the train engine.
9. Bake: Place the shaped cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet, making sure to leave space between each one, and bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
10. Cool Down: Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Decorate (Optional): If desired, you can further decorate the cookies with icing or additional candies to enhance the festive look.

With these steps, you’ll create charming Chocolate Chip Engine Cookies that will be a hit at any holiday gathering! Enjoy your festive baking!

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Sugar Cookie Train Wheels

Sugar Cookie Train Wheels are a whimsical and playful treat that perfectly accompany a festive train-themed dessert display. These delightful cookies are shaped like train wheels, making them an ideal addition to your holiday celebrations. They can be decorated with colorful icing or sprinkles, and when paired with the Chocolate Chip Engine Cookies, they create a fun and cohesive dessert that will impress both kids and adults alike.

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C), guaranteeing that your cookies will bake evenly and develop a lovely golden color.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This guarantees that the baking powder is well-distributed and prevents any clumps in your cookie dough.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, use a stand mixer or hand mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing until everything is well combined and smooth.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until incorporated. Avoid overmixing; stop once you no longer see dry flour.
6. Roll Out Dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough to about ¼ inch thick. Guarantee it’s not too thin, or the cookies will break when transferred.
7. Cut Out Wheels: Use a round cookie cutter (about 2-3 inches in diameter) to cut out wheel shapes from the rolled dough. If desired, you can use a smaller round cutter to cut out the center of each wheel to resemble train wheels more closely.
8. Place on Baking Sheet: Transfer the cut-out cookies to a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each as they will spread slightly while baking.
9. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Keep a close eye on them to avoid overbaking.
10. Cool: Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Decorate: Once the cookies are completely cooled, use icing to decorate the wheels creatively. You can add sprinkles for a festive touch, making them as colorful and unique as your holiday spirit!
12. Serve or Store: Once decorated, your Sugar Cookie Train Wheels are ready to be enjoyed! Store any leftovers in an airtight container to keep them fresh.

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Festive Train Station Cupcakes

Festive Train Station Cupcakes are adorable and fun treats that will elevate your holiday dessert table. These cupcakes are decorated to resemble a charming train station, complete with colorful icing and edible embellishments, making them a delightful addition to your festive celebration. Easily customizable, they can be enjoyed by kids and adults alike!

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This guarantees that your cupcakes bake uniformly.
2. Prepare Muffin Tin: Line a standard muffin tin with cupcake liners. This makes for easy removal and adds a festive touch.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This helps to confirm that the leavening agents are evenly distributed.
4. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Use a stand mixer or hand mixer for the best results.
5. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and mix until fully incorporated.
6. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the flour mixture. Mix on low speed just until combined; be careful not to overmix.
7. Portion the Batter: Evenly divide the cupcake batter into the prepared muffin tins, filling each liner about two-thirds full. This will allow room for the cupcakes to rise.
8. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
9. Cool: Once baked, remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Then transfer the cupcakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Decorate: Once the cupcakes are cool, use a piping bag fitted with a decorative tip to apply the buttercream frosting. Create a roof-like shape at the top to resemble the train station. Use food coloring to tint your frosting if desired, and apply edible decorations such as candy or sprinkles to enhance the festive look.
11. Serve and Enjoy: Once decorated, your Festive Train Station Cupcakes are ready to serve. Enjoy them at your holiday gathering, and watch your guests’ faces light up!

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Miniature Train Gift Boxes

Miniature Train Gift Boxes are a creative and delightful way to present holiday treats, gifts, or candies. These charming boxes are made from sturdy cardstock or decorated cardboard and can be designed to look like colorful trains. Perfect for the holiday season, they add a whimsical touch to any gift-giving occasion and can be customized to match your festive décor.

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cardstock: Choose your cardstock or decorated cardboard in festive colors. Cut a piece that measures 8 inches by 6 inches for the main body of the train box.
2. Create the Box Base: On the long side of the cardstock, measure and mark 1-inch widths at each end to create flaps for the box. Draw a rectangle in the middle (6 inches long) and draw lines 1 inch in from each short edge to create the base of the box that will fold up.
3. Score the Lines: Using a ruler and the edge of a scissors or a scoring tool, firmly score along all the lines you’ve marked. This will guarantee clean folds and a neat finish for your train box.
4. Cut the Flaps: Cut along the vertical lines you drew on the ends of the rectangle, creating flaps that will fold upwards to create the sides of the box.
5. Fold and Assemble: Gently fold along all scored lines to create sharp edges. Apply glue or tape to the flaps and assemble the sides of the box by pressing the flaps together until secure.
6. Create the Train Engine: To make the front of the train (engine) cut a 4-inch by 3-inch piece of cardstock and repeat steps 2 to 5, but this time creating a shorter box. Remember to cut out a larger flap at the top for the “smokestack,” which you can later decorate.
7. Decorate Your Train: Use decorative elements like stickers, markers, or additional cutouts to decorate your train gift boxes. Personalize each one to make them unique, and even draw windows and wheels.
8. Finish the Look: Once you have decorated the train engine and the box, allow any glue to dry completely. Fill the boxes with your choice of treats, candies, or small gifts.
9. Present Your Gift: Arrange the miniature train gift boxes on a holiday table or present them to loved ones as charming gifts that are sure to delight this festive season.

Miniature Train Gift Boxes are not only a fun craft project but also an excellent way to spread joy through thoughtful gift-giving. Enjoy the fun of creating and sharing this festive treat!

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Colorful Frosted Train Shapes

Colorful Frosted Train Shapes are fun and festive cookies that are perfect for the holiday season or any train-themed celebration. With their vibrant decorations and delightful flavors, these cookies will surely be a hit with kids and adults alike. They can be cut into various train shapes and adorned with colorful frosting to create a delightful visual treat that brings joy to any gathering.

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This guarantees that your cookies will bake evenly and achieve a nice golden brown color.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This combination will provide the structure and stability needed for the cookies to hold their shape.
3. Cream the Butters and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, which should take about 2-3 minutes. This step incorporates air into the mixture, helping your cookies stay soft.
4. Add the Eggs and Vanilla: Next, add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Beat on medium speed until fully combined and creamy, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary.
5. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies.
6. Chill the Dough: Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for about 30 minutes. Chilling the dough makes it easier to roll out and helps the cookies maintain their shapes during baking.
7. Roll Out and Cut Shapes: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about ¼ inch thick. Using train-shaped cookie cutters, cut out the cookies and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
8. Bake the Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges start to turn a light golden brown. Keep a close eye on them, as baking times can vary.
9. Cool the Cookies: Once the cookies are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes. Then, carefully transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Decorate the Cookies: Once cooled, use royal icing or cookie frosting to decorate your train-shaped cookies. Divide the frosting into bowls and add different food coloring to create various colors. Use piping bags or spatulas to apply the frosting, and have fun embellishing with edible decorations like sprinkles and candies.
11. Let the Icing Set: Allow the decorated cookies to sit at room temperature until the icing dries and hardens, which usually takes a few hours.
12. Enjoy Your Treats: Once the icing is set, your Colorful Frosted Train Shapes are ready to be enjoyed, shared, or gifted! They make a perfect addition to holiday parties or train-themed events.

Train Whistle Shortbread Cookies

Train Whistle Shortbread Cookies are a delightful, buttery treat that are perfect for any train-themed celebration or festive occasion. These cookies have a rich, melt-in-your-mouth texture and can be shaped like train whistles to enhance the theme. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create an impressive and delicious cookie that everyone will love.

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This will guarantee the cookies bake evenly and achieve the perfect texture.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. This step is important as it helps to evenly distribute the salt throughout the flour.
3. Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter and powdered sugar together. Beat on medium speed for about 2-3 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
4. Add Vanilla and Combine: Add the vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until combined. Gradually incorporate the flour and salt mixture, mixing on low speed until the dough starts to come together.
5. Incorporate Milk: If the dough is too crumbly, add whole milk one tablespoon at a time until the dough is smooth and manageable.
6. Shape the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll it out to a thickness of about ¼ inch. Using a train whistle cookie cutter, cut out shapes and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
7. Chill the Cookies: If time allows, place the baking sheet with the cut-out cookies in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes. Chilling helps the cookies hold their shape while baking.
8. Bake the Cookies: Remove the chilled baking sheet from the refrigerator and bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden. Monitor them closely to avoid over-baking.
9. Cool Down: Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Decorate (Optional): Once cooled, you can choose to frost the cookies with royal icing or simply enjoy them as is. Optionally, sprinkle with edible glitter or decorations to add a festive touch.

Enjoy your Train Whistle Shortbread Cookies as a special treat at holiday gatherings, train-themed parties, or just for everyday enjoyment!