21 Classic, Delicious Cookie Recipes
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.
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Cinnamon-Sugar Cookies
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.
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Gingerbread Cookies
Who says gingerbread is just for the holidays? Bake these cookies year-round and decorate with a simple icing.
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Chocolate Crinkles
Roll the dough in a generous dose of confectioners' sugar before baking to achieve this pretty snowy effect.
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Angeletti
Decorate these crumbly little bites with a light vanilla glaze and colorful sprinkles.
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Chocolate Chocolate-Chunk Cookies
There's melted chocolate in the batter along with chocolate chunks in the final product—a chocoholic's delight.
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Old-Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies
Chewy and crumbly, this favorite has an added bonus—the recipe is flourless, making it a great gluten-free sweet treat.
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Pecan Sandies
Chopped pecans add an irresistible nutty crunch.
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Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies
This timeless recipe for everyone's favorite cookie is loaded with chocolate chips; add chopped nuts for extra variety.
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Jam Sandwich Cookies
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.
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Chewy Oatmeal-Raisin Cookies
Use old-fashioned rolled oats to lend robust flavor and texture to these hearty cookies.
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Raspberry-Almond Linzer Cookies
Add ground toasted almonds to the batter to give these beautiful sandwich cookies a fragrant nuttiness.
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Easy Sugar Cookies
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.
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Almond Biscotti
Biscotti are baked twice to make them extra crisp and dry—perfect for dunking in a cup of coffee.
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Glazed Lemon Cookies
A sweet lemon topping adorns these delightful citrus treats.
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Chewy Spice Cookies
Molasses helps keep these cookies—spiced with ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves—moist and chewy.
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Shortbread Wedges
Buttery, crumbly shortbread is an ideal afternoon treat with a cup of tea.
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Pine Nut Drops
Crunchy pine nuts provide a satisfying contrast in these chewy cookies.
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Salty-Sweet Chunkers
These chewy cookies are loaded with mix-ins such as white chocolate chips, pretzels, oats, and mini marshmallows.
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Chocolate-Dipped Coconut Macaroons
To make chewy macaroons even more delicious, dip them in melted chocolate and let set before serving.
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Chocolate Linzer Cookies
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.
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Chocolate Chip Meringue Kisses
Light and airy meringues have a hidden nugget of chocolate in each bite.