It seems, when it comes to homemade Christmas cookies in South Carolina, there’s a new sheriff in town and it’s time for the iconic Gingerbread Man cookie to step aside. Fortunately, when it comes to Christmas cookies, the more the merrier is a sentiment most people share so we’re more than happy to add more treats to the snack table this year. Keep scrolling to find out which cookie has the power to oust the Gingerbread Man from the top spot in the Palmetto State… and for a link to the recipe of the new most popular cookie.

Just because the Gingerbread Man isn't the top contender this year doesn't mean we're giving it up.
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Afterall, making these holiday treats is as much of a sweet experience as is devouring them, limb by delicious limb.
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But this year, in order to stay current with cookie trends, we'll need to focus some extra attention on a new recipe, which, according to a study by General Mills, is South Carolina's most searched cookie recipe of the season.
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After extensive research of the most clicked holiday cookie recipes across three of their websites, General Mills mapped the most sought after recipes in each state.
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South Carolina's new favorite is the delightful (and super easy to make) Peanut Butter Blossom. These sugary, peanut butter and chocolate cookies are worth the little effort it takes to make them.
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And decorating the kisses with sprinkles and more makes them even more festive than ever.
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Christmas Peanut Butter Blossoms recipe
For added color, slip some red food coloring into the mix to turn out a festive Christmas red version.
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And for even more variety, make the inside-out version that hides the chocolate away in the middle.
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Inside-Out Peanut Butter Blossoms recipe

Still want to make the classic Gingerbread Man to serve alongside the new fave? Here’s that recipe, too!

Baking all sorts of sweet treats is one of the best parts of entertaining family and friends during the holidays. It’s also a great way to spend quality time with the kids. What’s your favorite homemade Christmas cookie?

During the holidays, traditions an important part of the season. Why not add a new tradition this year with a holiday road trip to see the largest lights show in the state?

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