Story Behind The Song

This song was written during a memorable Christmas season while baking sugar cookies with my students--children with special needs whom I support as both a music educator and mentor. I remember picking up my guitar in the classroom and singing, almost spontaneously, "Baking sugar cookies for Santa and me!" It instantly brought smiles, laughter, and a sense of shared joy. Many of my songs are inspired by the beautiful, resilient young people I work with--especially those navigating autism and mental health challenges. Their creativity and spirit often find their way into my lyrics. This song is not just about cookies; it's about connection, inclusion, and creating lasting memories.

Song Description

he repetitive hook "Baking sugar cookies for Santa and me" is very catchy and memorable--perfect for a holiday sync placement or children's holiday album. The origin--baking cookies with special needs students--gives the song a genuine warmth that really shines through.

Lyrics

BAKING SUGAR COOKIES FOR SANTA
Music and Lyrics by Joseph Vetro
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Chorus:
Baking sugar cookies for Santa and me,
Baking sugar cookies for my family.
Can't resist--mmm, this tasty treat,
Baking sugar cookies for Santa to eat.
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Verse 1
I've got flour on my hands, love in my heart,
Baking each cookie--a work of art.
Mixing laughter with holiday cheer,
A yummy recipe to share throughout the year.
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Chorus:
Baking sugar cookies for Santa and me,
Baking sugar cookies for my family.
Can't resist--mmm, this tasty treat,
Baking sugar cookies for Santa to eat.
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Verse 2
Got my cookie cutters, roll out the dough,
Reindeer-shaped shortbread cookies steal the show.
Shake a little sugar--fallin' like snow,
Frosted snowman, ready to go.
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Chorus:
Baking sugar cookies for Santa and me,
Baking sugar cookies for my family.
Can't resist--mmm, this tasty treat,
Baking sugar cookies for Santa and me.
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Bridge
Mixing up the frosting--yummy and sweet,
Baking each cookie--a holiday dream.
Colorful sprinkles--red, green, and white,
Baking sugar cookies for Santa's big night.
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Chorus:
Baking sugar cookies for Santa and me,
Baking sugar cookies for my family.
Can't resist--mmm, this tasty treat,
Baking sugar cookies for Santa and me.
Baking sugar cookies,
Baking sugar cookies,
Baking sugar cookies--
Tuck them under the tree.
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Verse 4
Snow is falling--Christmas Eve,
Leave a plate of cookies for Santa to eat.
A warm cup of cocoa--how happy he'll be,
Baking sugar cookies for Santa and me.
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Chorus:
Baking sugar cookies for Santa and me,
Baking sugar cookies for my family.
Can't resist--mmm, this tasty treat,
Baking sugar cookies for Santa and me.
Baking sugar cookies,
Baking sugar cookies,
Baking sugar cookies--
Tuck them under the tree.