Host a cookie swap this season to cut down on your holiday baking and enjoy a great time with friends.

What’s a cookie swap? Invite a few friends over, and have each of them bring one kind of cookie for the party, then have everyone sample each others’ treats, swap cookies and leave with new recipes.

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Send out the invitations and specify that each person should bring cookies, the recipe and packaging materials, such as ribbons, boxes or tissue paper. Decide on the number of cookies each guest should bring, but make sure it’s enough for swapping and tasting. Also be sure to communicate what kind of cookies you’re baking, so there’s no duplication.

Label the cookies at the party, so guests know which ones are which, then set up a packaging station for the cookies. Finally, on the day of the swap, set up a few tables that can be used for swapping and tasting.

You and your guests will leave with delicious new recipes and unforgettable holiday memories. And if you’re looking for some tasty cookie recipes to make for the swap, we’ve got you covered!