Cookies For Every Occasion

A classic Christmas cookie in the shape of a crescent moon. Sprinkle with powdered sugar or ice with the included recipe for vanilla glaze.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with red food coloring, flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, shortening, egg, almond extract

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Old-fashioned oatmeal cookies, no frills. No raisins, no nuts, nothing fancy, and nothing wrong. Just perfect, classic cookies that'll make the whole house smell...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with powdered sugar, cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, egg whites, pecans

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Delicious cookies without the guilt. Go ahead, have another one!

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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Recreate the classic Archway soft sugar cookies at home with this easy-to-follow copycat recipe. Made with simple ingredients and a hint of nutmeg, these cookies are...

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

If cookies had royalty, butter shortbread would be king. This recipe from Delia Smith is the shortcut to your own royal tea time.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

These sweet little bites of rummy goodness make for a great impressive dessert recipe for the holidays. They are perfect for parties or to give as gifts.


Time:   under 30 minutes

A classic for a reason. These picture perfect sugar cookies are ready in no time, simple enough to bake with kids, and made with ingredients you'll already have on hand.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Foolproof and delicious cookies. You can substitute other add-ins like raisins, flavored chips, or walnuts - just be sure to keep the total add-in amount to 10 cups or less.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Cookies don't get much easier than this. Just three ingredients, a few minutes in the oven, and you have a delicious batch of peanut butter cookies.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

A crunchy, sweet, and salty snack. You can easily change things up by using other flavored chips in place of the regular chocolate chips.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

You can't go wrong with the original Toll House cookie recipe, it's the gold standard of chocolate chip cookies.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

The cookie has a mild, sweet flavor that complements the rich, fruity taste of the fig filling, which is dense and sticky with a complex flavor.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Feeling stressed? Take it out on some cookie dough! These aggression cookies are more than a tasty treat; they're a stress-relief activity you can eat!

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

The Amish have a tradition of simple living and hearty cooking. But don't let that fool you, these peanut butter cookies are deliciously addictive.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

These fun to make sugar cookies not only taste good but look good too. A few ingredients and six minutes later, you're in decoration heaven.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

The Amish keep thing simple as is the case with this tried and true chocolate chip cookie recipe. Nothing fancy, just delicious cookies every time.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Create memories with Mamie Eisenhower's classic sugar cookies. This easy-to-follow recipe yields perfectly soft, buttery cookies, ideal for holidays or family...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

These peanut butter cookies are the perfect way to indulge your sweet tooth without all of the sugar. They are made with just a few simple ingredients and are a...

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Love sweet treats without breaking a sweat? Whip up these no-bake Eskimo cookies, where creamy butter, cocoa, and oats join forces for a simple dessert.


Time:   2-5 hours

There's something special about oatmeal cookies. They have a unique flavor that sets them apart from other cookies, and they're just the right amount of chewy.

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

These chocolatey biscotti are the perfect snack or dessert. Made with a cake mix, they're super easy to make and can be tailored to your favorite flavors.

Method:   oven, microwave
Time:   2-5 hours

These cookies are the perfect combination of chewy and soft, with just the right amount of chocolate in every bite. A must-have for any chocolate lover.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with all-purpose flour, applesauce, shortening, eggs, sugar, honey, brown sugar, ground nutmeg, cream of tartar, baking soda

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

These no-bake oatmeal cookies are loaded with chocolate and peanut butter. Good luck eating just one.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Looking for a Sunday, fun day favorite? Look no more. This soft and chewy classic cookie will always be a crowd winner. It will only take a few minutes to serve up...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

An easy version of the popular Archway brand cookies that uses a lemon cake mix for the base.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Chocolate and whiskey pair nicely in these bite-sized treats


Time:   under 30 minutes

Heloise was known for her life-hack style hints, one of her most popular being cake mix cookies. Grab your favorite cake mix and get ready for some fuss-free...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Oatmeal raisin is already a classic, but as usual adding peanut butter makes it even better! Try adding in some extra chopped peanuts for a little added texture.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

These are some truly upstanding chocolate chip cookies. Oh, wait, not moral fiber? Rather bran cereal adds a good dose of dietary fiber to these cookies.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

You've had peanut butter cookies, but have you had peanut butter filled cookies? These delectable oatmeal cookies filled with a sweet peanut cream need only be served...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with coconut flakes, instant potato flakes, flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, canola oil, prune puree, water, egg whites, vanilla extract

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Remember these classic chocolate chip cookies? They are packed with semisweet chocolate, coconut, and pecans. Go ahead, make a big batch, they freeze great.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

German holiday cookies spiced with cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and allspice.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

There's nothing quite like a sugar cookie. And there's nothing quite like an old-fashioned sugar cookie. These fat, fluffy cookies are perfect for any occasion.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with pecan halves, salt, semisweet chocolate chips, pecans, butter, sugar, vanilla extract, flour

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

These chewy double chocolate chip cookies are the perfect blend of rich chocolate flavor and a soft, chewy texture. Made with cocoa powder and plenty of chocolate...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Everything's better with a kiss, and cookies are no exception. Peanut butter cookies with a chocolate flourish taste as good as they look.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Ever wondered how to make oatmeal cookies even better? Throw in some carob chips and a hint of coconut, and you've got yourself a cookie jar hero.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Nothing beats milk and cookies for a sweet dose of nostalgia. If you're looking for a fat-free fix, these copycat oatmeal raisin cookies like...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with butter, brown sugar, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, quick-cooking oats, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, ground cardamom, ground nutmeg

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with cake flour, sugar, butter, vanilla extract, lemon rind, eggs

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with almonds, pecans or walnuts, butter, confectioners' sugar, egg yolks, vanilla extract, almond extract, cognac or brandy, baking powder, flour

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Ready for a fun kitchen project? These copycat Oreo cookies from cake mix are a great way to channel your inner baker while keeping it simple and delicious.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

The Kahlua adds a unique flavor to these cookies that makes them stand out from your average chocolate chip cookie. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have these...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

You can't go wrong with these sugar cookies. They make a large batch but they freeze great.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Butter, sugar, flour...if you think you can't bake desserts, this shortbread is here to prove you wrong. It's a great base recipe to turn into all sorts of shortbread flavors or...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes