Food Recipe Collections & Favorites Desserts 21 Classic, Delicious Cookie Recipes By Real Simple Editors Real Simple Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter An article attributed to "Real Simple Editors" indicates a collaborative effort from our in-house team. Sometimes, several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The REAL SIMPLE team strives to make life easier for you. They are experts in their fields who research, test and clearly explain the best recipes, strategies, trends and products. They have worked for some of the most prestigious brands in lifestyle journalism, including Apartment Therapy, Better Homes & Gardens, Food & Wine, the Food Network, Good Housekeeping, InStyle, Martha Stewart Living, O: The Oprah Magazine, Parents, POPSUGAR, Rachel Ray Every Day, and Vogue. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines and Samantha Leffler Samantha Leffler Instagram Website Samantha is the senior food editor at RealSimple.com. Prior to joining Real Simple, she wrote and edited stories about food trends, plant-based food, nutrition, and new product releases for Food Network, LIVEKINDLY, and Eat This, Not That. She also launched the US Weekly food vertical, where she wrote about the intersection of food and pop culture. She is a graduate of New York University as a University Honors Scholar. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Updated on April 26, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: GREG DUPREE Step one in researching cookie recipes is deciding which types of cookies you want to bake: Christmas cookies, classic cookies, small cookies, large cookies, no-bake cookies—the different kinds of cookies are nearly endless. Step one is easier said than done, right? So let's take it back a step: You know that you want delicious cookie recipes, and thanks to this collection of cookies, that's enough. We've rounded up simple cookie recipes for almost every type of cookie, so you can find the one that speaks to you and start baking without too much time clicking around. Whether you're preparing for a cookie exchange or just itching to make some of the most popular cookies out there for yourself, consider this your starting point. With these delicious cookies as the result of your efforts, you'll be thanking yourself with every scrumptious bite. 7 Five-Ingredient Desserts Absolutely Anyone Can Make 01 of 21 Cinnamon-Sugar Cookies Jennifer Causey Buttery puff pastry forms the base of these simple cookies, which feature a cinnamon-sugar and pecan swirl throughout each bite. And don't be intimidated by that picture-perfect spiral—all you need is a well-rolled dough and a quick trip to the freezer. get the recipe 02 of 21 Gingerbread Cookies Lucas Allen Who says gingerbread is just for the holidays? Bake these cookies year-round and decorate with a simple icing. get the recipe 03 of 21 Chocolate Crinkles Greg DuPree Roll the dough in a generous dose of confectioners' sugar before baking to achieve this pretty snowy effect. get the recipe 04 of 21 Angeletti Victor Schrager Decorate these crumbly little bites with a light vanilla glaze and colorful sprinkles. get the recipe 05 of 21 Chocolate Chocolate-Chunk Cookies Levi Brown There's melted chocolate in the batter along with chocolate chunks in the final product—a chocoholic's delight. get the recipe 06 of 21 Old-Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies Victor Schrager Chewy and crumbly, this favorite has an added bonus—the recipe is flourless, making it a great gluten-free sweet treat. get the recipe 07 of 21 Pecan Sandies Greg DuPree Chopped pecans add an irresistible nutty crunch. get the recipe 08 of 21 Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies Victor Schrager This timeless recipe for everyone's favorite cookie is loaded with chocolate chips; add chopped nuts for extra variety. 19+ Baking Hacks for Better Christmas Cookies, According to Professional Chefs get the recipe 09 of 21 Jam Sandwich Cookies Raymond Hom Sandwich any store-bought or homemade jam of your choice between two sugar cookies to make these sweet treats. Dust each cookie with powdered sugar for the perfect finishing touch. get the recipe 10 of 21 Chewy Oatmeal-Raisin Cookies Victor Schrager Use old-fashioned rolled oats to lend robust flavor and texture to these hearty cookies. get the recipe 11 of 21 Raspberry-Almond Linzer Cookies Victor Schrager Add ground toasted almonds to the batter to give these beautiful sandwich cookies a fragrant nuttiness. get the recipe 12 of 21 Easy Sugar Cookies zoff-photo It doesn't get much more classic than this easy sugar cookie recipe. Use this easy-to-make dough to whip up Pecan Logs or Chocolate-Hazelnut Sandwich Cookies, or simply grab some colorful icing and decorate your own treats. get the recipe 13 of 21 Almond Biscotti Victor Schrager Biscotti are baked twice to make them extra crisp and dry—perfect for dunking in a cup of coffee. get the recipe 14 of 21 Glazed Lemon Cookies Kana Okada A sweet lemon topping adorns these delightful citrus treats. 25 Best Romantic Dessert Recipes get the recipe 15 of 21 Chewy Spice Cookies Victor Schrager Molasses helps keep these cookies—spiced with ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves—moist and chewy. get the recipe 16 of 21 Shortbread Wedges David Prince Buttery, crumbly shortbread is an ideal afternoon treat with a cup of tea. get the recipe 17 of 21 Pine Nut Drops Laurie Frankel Crunchy pine nuts provide a satisfying contrast in these chewy cookies. get the recipe 18 of 21 Salty-Sweet Chunkers Caitlin Bensel These chewy cookies are loaded with mix-ins such as white chocolate chips, pretzels, oats, and mini marshmallows. get the recipe 19 of 21 Chocolate-Dipped Coconut Macaroons Victor Schrager To make chewy macaroons even more delicious, dip them in melted chocolate and let set before serving. get the recipe 20 of 21 Chocolate Linzer Cookies Caitlin Bensel This spin on a classic Linzer cookie adds cocoa powder to the dough, which chocolate fans will love. Fill each cookie with vibrantly colored jam to create an Instagram-worthy dessert platter. get the recipe 21 of 21 Chocolate Chip Meringue Kisses David Prince Light and airy meringues have a hidden nugget of chocolate in each bite. get the recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit