Cookies So Good You’ll Want to Bake Them Today
Some cookies are quick to make, some take a little more time, and some are worth baking in big batches. This list covers all of those. Whether you’re after something chewy, crisp, frosted, or fruity, there’s a recipe here to try.
Many of these are great for sharing, packing in lunches, or freezing for later. A few start with a box mix, others are from scratch—but none of them are complicated.
You’ll find bar cookies, drop cookies, and a few that come with a surprise twist. Some use classic ingredients, and others bring something new to the table.
If you keep butter, sugar, and flour on hand, you’re already halfway there.
Peanut Butter Blossom Bars
A soft, peanutty base meets a sweet chocolate center in these nostalgic favorites—now in bar form for easy sharing. They’re a simple twist on a classic combo that never goes out of style. Perfect for bake sales, lunchboxes, or anytime you’re after something familiar and cozy.
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Blossom Bars
Pecan Pie Cookies
These cookies have the flavor of pecan pie in a bite-sized format. They hold their shape and bring a nice balance of soft center and crisp edge. A good option for cookie swaps or fall baking.
Get the Recipe: Pecan Pie Cookies
Biscoff Cookie Butter Cookies
These cookies use cookie butter for flavor and richness, giving them a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture. They’re quick to mix and don’t need chilling. A fun twist for people who love Biscoff spread.
Get the Recipe: Biscoff Cookie Butter Cookies
Iced Molasses Cookies
Soft molasses cookies with a light icing drizzle that adds just the right touch of sweetness. These are perfect for cooler months or holiday trays. The texture stays soft for days.
Get the Recipe: Iced Molasses Cookies
Quick and Easy Sugar Cookie Bars
Skip the cookie cutters and go straight to the pan with this no-fuss option. They’re buttery, soft, and lightly sweet, with plenty of room for sprinkles or icing if you’re feeling festive. Ideal for busy days when you still want something homemade.
Get the Recipe: Quick and Easy Sugar Cookie Bars
Brookies
Half brownie, half chocolate chip cookie, all baked into one chewy bar. These hold their shape and slice neatly. Great for when you can’t decide between two favorites.
Get the Recipe: Brookies
Kitchen Sink Cookies.
These cookies are packed with everything but the kitchen sink—chocolate chips, pretzels, oats, and more. No two bites are exactly the same. They’re sturdy, chewy, and always a hit.
Get the Recipe: Kitchen Sink Cookies.
Strawberry Crunch Cookies
Crisp on the outside with strawberry flavor baked in, these cookies often use freeze-dried strawberries or mix-ins for color and flavor. They stand out on a tray and are easy to pack. A good pick for spring or summer.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Crunch Cookies
Cake Mix Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
A box of cake mix makes these cookie bars fast and reliable. They bake up soft and thick with chocolate chips in every bite. Great for when you need something sweet in a hurry.
Get the Recipe: Cake Mix Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
White Chocolate No-Bake Cookies
These come together on the stovetop and set up as they cool—no oven needed. The white chocolate adds a creamy base to oats or cereal. Perfect for summer baking or quick snacks.
Get the Recipe: White Chocolate No-Bake Cookies
Raspberry Cookies
These cookies bring a hint of fruit flavor and often include fresh or dried raspberries, jam, or a raspberry swirl. Lightly sweet and slightly tart, they’re great for tea or brunch spreads.
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Rhubarb Cookies
A softer cookie that includes chopped rhubarb for a little tang. These bake up tender and pair well with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee. A nice change of pace when rhubarb is in season.
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Pie Crust Cookies
Made from leftover pie dough, these cookies are usually rolled with cinnamon sugar and baked until crisp. Great for reducing waste and turning scraps into a quick treat. Serve warm or store in a tin for snacking.
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No Spread Sugar Cookies
These cookies hold their shape during baking, making them perfect for cutouts. The dough is easy to roll and re-roll without crumbling. A solid base for decorating or leaving plain.
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Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies
Cream cheese makes these cookies soft and tender with a slightly richer flavor. They don’t need frosting, but they hold it well if you want to dress them up. A good pick for holiday tins.
Get the Recipe: Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies
Red Velvet Sugar Cookies
Bright red with a hint of cocoa, these sugar cookies bring color and flavor together. Bake them as drop cookies or roll them out for shapes. They freeze well and stand out on a cookie platter.
Get the Recipe: Red Velvet Sugar Cookies
