When Christmas starts creeping up, most of us are wondering how to send something that actually feels thoughtful, without adding more work to anyone’s plate. A box of fresh baked gourmet cookies does that in one move. It feels like you’ve shown up at their door with something warm and nostalgic. It’s easy to put out and share, and it travels well whether you’re delivering it to family in the Greater Toronto Area or across Canada
At Sweet Flour, everything begins in our Toronto bakery with small, simple things done right - warm, decadent cookies that taste like they just came out of the oven, cookies and cupcakes baked in small batches with only the best ingredients, a team dedicated to creating new and delicious flavours you’ll crave. From there, we pack them into premium gift boxes, add the option for a custom message on top, and handle the rest with same-day cookie delivery in the GTA or FedEx Express delivery across Canada. Below is a guide to our top selling baked Christmas cookie gift ideas for the people on your list, so you can match each person to a gift that they’ll love.
Classic Christmas cookie gift boxes
These are the “you really cannot go wrong” gifts for almost anyone on your list. They feel festive, look beautiful on a table, and give people a mix of traditional and unique flavours to try.
Holiday Gourmet Cookie Gift Box
If you are looking for one hero Christmas cookie gift, this is it. The Holiday Gourmet Cookie Gift Box (24) is filled with two dozen of our most popular cookies in our signature brown gift box with a festive red ribbon, with the option to add a “Happy Holidays” decorated sugar cookie on top.
What is inside: A mix of bestsellers like Almond Toffee Milk Chocolate, Chocolate Chunk, Chocolate Rainbow, Golden Toffee, Milk & White Chocolate, Red Velvet, White Chocolate Macadamia Nut, plus unique flavours such as an Oatmeal, Blueberry, Dark Chocolate & Almond favourite.
Gourmet Cookie Gift Box
The Gourmet Cookie Gift Box (24) has a similar mix of flavours, this time packaged in our signature brown gift box with a light blue ribbon. It is one of our most popular gifts year-round and also lets you add a custom sugar cookie with messages like “Thank You” or “Thinking of You”.
This is a great choice when you want something classic and generous for a neighbour, a team of teachers, or an office group, and you want the box to feel special but not “holiday themed.”
For shortbread and crispy cookie lovers
Some people wait all year for buttery shortbread and crisp little cookies that snap when you bite into them. These gifts are made for them.
Holiday Shortbread Cookies Gift Box
Our Holiday Shortbread Cookies Gift Box is all about buttery, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread. The box includes two classic favourites, Vanilla and Double Chocolate shortbread, all packed in a holiday gift box that feels “under-the-tree” ready.
Holiday Crispy Cookie & Shortbread Gift Box
The Holiday Crispy Cookie & Shortbread Gift Box mixes our thin, crunchy Cinnamon Sugar Crispy Cookies, Crispy Chocolate Chip Cookies, and Milk Chocolate Shortbread in one box. You can also add a decorated “Happy Holidays” or “Thank You” cookie on top.
This mix works well for couples or families where everyone has slightly different tastes, and it makes a nice bring-along gift if you are visiting someone’s home over the holidays. It also has a great shelf-life if you want to purchase ahead to give to someone later in the month.
Minis and stocking-stuffer cookie gifts
Mini cookies are the perfect bite-size treat when you want something fun, sharable, and not too heavy. They are also great for kids, stockings, and smaller gestures.
Holiday Mini Cookie Gift Box
The Holiday Mini Cookie Gift Box is filled with 15 of our bite-size mini cookies in a festive holiday box. It is a lot of cookies in a sweet little package, making it perfect for sharing with kids, siblings, or a friends.
Mini Cookie Gift Bag / Mini Cookie Gift Box (non-holiday)
For something that works right through winter, our mini cookie gift bags and year-round mini cookie boxes are simple, sweet ways to say “thinking of you” without going over the top. They also fit great into a stocking.
Fun and interactive cookie gifts
Nothing’s better than cookies you can play with! For families and friends who love to bake and decorate together, choose an activity-style cookie gift.
DIY Winter Cookie Decorating Kit
The DIY Winter Cookie Decorating Kit comes with 9 winter-shaped sugar cookies, three piping bags of coloured icing, and three little bags of sprinkles, all packed in a gift box.
Ready-to-Bake Cookie Dough (Greater Toronto Area only)
If you are gifting within the GTA, our ready-to-bake cookie dough is another fun choice. The dough arrives prepared and pre-scooped; they simply place the dough balls on a baking tray, pop them in the oven, and sit back and enjoy that fresh baked cookie smell without doing all the measuring and mixing.
Show-stopping desserts for the table
When you are celebrating in Toronto or the GTA, you can go beyond boxes and send something that becomes the centre of the dessert table.
Cookie Cake
Our premium Cookie Cake (available in different sizes, including 8-inch, and 12-inch) is a giant, shareable chocolate chunk cookie decorated with frosting and a custom message, with same-day delivery available across Toronto and the GTA for selected options.
It is the kind of dessert that makes people smile as soon as they see it, and it works especially well for combined Christmas and birthday celebrations, office gatherings, or any holiday get-together where you want one big treat everyone can slice and share.
Cookie Cupcakes
Cookie Cupcakes combine a soft cookie base with a swirl of vanilla buttercream, topped with sprinkles. They feel playful and special without being too heavy.
These are a fun option for kids’ parties, casual holiday drop-ins, or as an extra treat for a family that already has a lot of classic desserts on the go.
Cookie gifts that give back
If you want your Christmas cookie gift to do a little extra good, choose a gift that supports SickKids.
Cookies for SickKids - Gourmet Cookie Gift Box (24)
The Cookies for SickKids Gourmet Cookie Gift Box (24) includes two dozen of our favourite cookie flavours plus a special “Merry & Bright” decorated sugar cookie. With every box purchased, 5% of sales are donated to SickKids Foundation.
Quick guide: match each person to a cookie gift
Use this as a shortcut when you are building your list:
- Parents and grandparents: Holiday Shortbread Cookies Gift Box, Holiday Crispy Cookie & Shortbread Gift Box
- Your partner or a close friend: Holiday Gourmet Cookie Gift Box (24)
- Families with kids: Holiday Mini Cookie Gift Box, DIY Winter Cookie Decorating Kit
- Teachers, coaches, neighbours: Mini Cookie Gift Bags or smaller gourmet gift boxes
- Clients and teams: Gourmet Cookie Gift Box (24), Holiday Gourmet Cookie Gift Box (24), Cookies for SickKids Gift Box
- Local GTA celebrations: Cookie Cake, Cookie Cupcakes, Party-style cookie trays
Quick questions people often ask about Christmas cookie gifts
How long do the cookies stay fresh?
Sweet Flour cookies are best in the first few days after delivery. Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature to hold their flavour and texture. If you can't eat all of them, you can freeze them in an air tight container for up to two months and thaw to enjoy or microwave for a warm cookie experience. Timing will vary depending on quantity (i.e. one 2” cookie is about 12 seconds).
Can I personalize my Christmas cookie gift?
Yes. Many gift boxes let you add a decorated sugar cookie with a short message like “Happy Holidays,” “Thank You,” or “Congrats,” so the box feels more personal. You are also able to add a custom message to any purchase.
What is a good Christmas cookie gift for a family?
A mixed box with lots of flavours is usually the safest choice. Something like a 24-cookie gourmet or holiday gift box lets everyone in the family find “their” cookie, and looks festive on anyone’s table.
