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This Is the Most Hated Holiday Cookie, Survey Says

Don't be surprised when these unpopular treats go untouched.

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The holidays are officially upon us, meaning folks around the world are getting ready for gatherings, gifts, and goodies. According to a new survey of 2,000 U.S. adults conducted by OnePoll on behalf of Bob’s Red Mill, 60 percent of respondents were so passionate about seasonal fare they admitted they’d “throw a fit” if their favorite holiday food wasn’t available at their holiday get-together. However, when it comes to holiday desserts, there’s one in particular most respondents would be glad not to see as part of the spread. If you’re wondering if your menu will pass muster, read on for a ranking of common treats, all the way down to the one that survey respondents dubbed the worst holiday cookie. And if you want to make sure the rest of your holiday snacks fare better, This Is the Most Hated Holiday Drink, Survey Says.


10 | Chocolate chip

plate of chocolate chip cookies and a glass of milkMartin Gardeazabal/Shutterstock

Respondents who said it's their favorite: 40 percent

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9 | Peanut butter

peanut butter cookies on baking rackShutterstock/Galiyah Assan

Respondents who said it's their favorite: 26 percent

8 | Sugar

sugar cookies on wooden tableShutterstock/Marie C Fields

Respondents who said it's their favorite: 25 percent

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7 | Gingerbread

smiling gingerbread manMarie C Fields/Shutterstock

Respondents who said it's their favorite: 21 percent

6 | Snickerdoodles

snickerdoodle cookies on wooden cutting boardShutterstock/Carlien Coetzee

Respondents who said it's their favorite: 20 percent

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5 | Oatmeal raisin

oatmeal raisin cookies in green bowlShutterstock/vanillaechoes

Respondents who said it's their favorite: 20 percent

4 | Shortbread

shortbread cookies on linen napkinShutterstock/Kcuxen

Respondents who said it's their favorite: 20 percent

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3 | Kiss cookies

hershey's kiss cookisShutterstock/Vezzani Photography

Respondents who said it's their favorite: 19 percent

2 | Snowball

snowball cookies in white bowl on tableShutterstock/Lana_M

Respondents who said it's their favorite: 17 percent

1 | Thumbprint

thumbprint cookies with marmaladeShutterstock/Siim79

Respondents who said it's their favorite: 16 percent

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