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
Martin Gardeazabal/ShutterstockRespondents who said it's their favorite: 40 percent
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9 | Peanut butter
Shutterstock/Galiyah AssanRespondents who said it's their favorite: 26 percent
8 | Sugar
Shutterstock/Marie C FieldsRespondents who said it's their favorite: 25 percent
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7 | Gingerbread
Marie C Fields/ShutterstockRespondents who said it's their favorite: 21 percent
6 | Snickerdoodles
Shutterstock/Carlien CoetzeeRespondents who said it's their favorite: 20 percent
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5 | Oatmeal raisin
Shutterstock/vanillaechoesRespondents who said it's their favorite: 20 percent
4 | Shortbread
Shutterstock/KcuxenRespondents who said it's their favorite: 20 percent
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3 | Kiss cookies
Shutterstock/Vezzani PhotographyRespondents who said it's their favorite: 19 percent
2 | Snowball
Shutterstock/Lana_MRespondents who said it's their favorite: 17 percent
1 | Thumbprint
Shutterstock/Siim79Respondents who said it's their favorite: 16 percent
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