Christmas is just days away, and no holiday would be complete without some tasty cookies to treat your guests and yourself.

Baking can be fun and simple if you have the right recipe at your disposal. Give yourself some more time to focus on your holiday main courses and try out one, or all, of these quick and easy Christmas cookie recipes.

Sugar Cookies

Sugar cookies are great for every holiday. One of the greatest things about these cookies is that they can be used as a dessert or an appetizer. If you're watching your waistline, then you can always nix the icing and powdered sugar on the top -- they are just as delicious without the added sugar.

Gingerbread Cookies

Aside from figgy pudding and fruit cake, gingerbread cookies are one the most popular desserts eaten during the holiday season. You can make little gingerbread men and add decorations to give them some personality. Or you can grab a house template online and create your very own gingerbread house. These cookies aren't very sweet, so they're great for everyone to enjoy.

Four Ingredient Shortbread Cookies

Who says you can't have cookies for breakfast? Shortbread cookies are the perfect breakfast treat on Christmas morning. Their soft and buttery texture, coupled with a cup of tea (or coffee), is just what the doctor ordered. Some recipes call for a long list of ingredients, but this one will give you enough time to whip up several batches before your guests arrive.

Soft Oatmeal Cookies

Oatmeal cookies taste great, and they're nutritious. If you've eaten a big meal on Christmas Day and don't want to feel guilty about having dessert, then oatmeal cookies are a great snack to opt for instead of chocolate cake or pie. Oatmeal cookies tend to be a great source of potassium, fiber and protein. They are also less fattening than some of the other holiday cookies. Even the healthiest person at your Christmas dinner will not be able to turn down this oatmeal cookie.

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chocolate chip cookies are a must-have for the season. They're a classic cookie that never gets old, no matter how many times you make them. In just a few days, every child will be begging their parents to make some chocolate chip cookies for Santa. If you're going to go through the trouble of making cookies for a magical giftgiver, then you might as well use this easy recipe. The best part of it all is that once your child goes off to bed, you get to reap the benefits by eating all the cookies.