Christmas survival guide

Finished product of the Sugar Cookie Bites recipe. They are delicious and perfect for the holidays. Photo courtesy of Delish.com.

Cristina Robles, Entertainment and Class Sections Editor

Christmas is a time to be with your family and enjoy what life has to offer.

However, many may get sidetracked because of the stress of buying gifts or making desserts for family to enjoy.

Here are a couple gift ideas and delicious Christmas recipes for loved ones. 

Sugar Cookie Bites

Recipe courtesy of Delish.com  

  • 1 1/4 c. all-purpose flour
  • 3 tbsp. powdered sugar
  • 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1/2 c. (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • Vanilla frosting
  • Red and green food coloring
  • Red and green sprinkles

Directions: 

  • 1. Preheat oven to 325°. In a food processor, combine flour, sugar, salt, and butter until combined. Place dough in bowl and knead until it comes together.
  • 2. On waxed paper, roll dough into a ½”-thick square. Cut dough into 1/2-inch squares. Place dough onto large cookie sheet. Bake until cookies are light brown, 18 to 20 minutes. Let cool completely.
  • 3. Divide vanilla frosting into three small bowls. Dye one bowl red with red food coloring and the other green. Sprinkles red and green sprinkles onto frosted cookies.

Gift Ideas

Christmas ideas for him: 

  • Cologne 
  • Wallet 
  • Personalized photo album 
  • Bluetooth speaker 

Christmas ideas for her: 

  • Perfume 
  • Clothes 
  • Jewelry 
  • Make-up