We’ve gathered the ultimate lineup of 20 cookie recipes that deliver on flavor, nostalgia, and pure joy. From chewy and chocolatey to crisp and buttery, these bakes are the kind you’ll turn to again and again. Consider this your forever collection—the only cookie recipes you’ll ever need.
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Best Chocolate Chip Cookies
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
This crown jewel of chocolate chip cookie recipes has a 4.6-star rating and more than 19,000 reviews—evidence it is beloved by the Allrecipes community. “The kids voted these the best chocolate chip cookies ever,” says reviewer Sara. “Half the batch was demolished within 30 mins of cooling. Will make these on the regular!”
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The Whole Jar of Peanut Butter Cookies
“This cookie got its name because a whole 18-ounce jar of peanut butter is used to make it. It is the creamiest, moistest cookie I have ever had, and bound to be a favorite with anyone who makes them. Just don’t over bake them!” —Kevin Ryan
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Mrs. Sigg’s Snickerdoodles
“Try this snickerdoodle recipe for soft and chewy cinnamon-sugar cookies that everyone will enjoy. With crispy edges, chewy centers, and a deliciously spiced sugar coating, these cookies are a crowd please for sure. These snickerdoodle cookies have become very popular with my friends at church — and my pastor loves them. You will too!” —Beth Sigworth (Mrs. Sigg, we presume)
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Chef John’s Almond Biscotti
No cookie recipe collection is complete without a fantastic biscotti recipe and Chef John’s is a classic gem. “My almond biscotti recipe is pretty straightforward and you are rewarded with a big batch of classic Italian dipping cookies,” says Chef John. “You can add hazelnuts, pistachios, and any type of dried fruit. Or dip them in dark chocolate.”
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Mexican Wedding Cookies
Meredith Food Studio
This nutty, powder-sugar-cloaked cookies (aka snowballs) are a popular addition to cookie trays and holiday dessert spreads. “This was very easy and simple to make!” says reviewer Raina. “I loved the satisfying crunch of the almonds, and they were the perfect amount of sweet. I will almost definitely be making these again!”
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Peanut Butter Blossoms
Victoria Jempty/Allrecipes
Kiddos love pressing Hershey’s Kisses into the top of Peanut Butter Blossoms. Bonus: They’re also gluten-free. “Delicious and easy to make,” says reviewer QuickBroth. “I didn’t roll the balls of dough in sugar and they were still sweet enough.”
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Chewy Brown Butter Banana Bread Cookies
Banana bread lovers, rejoice: These cookies are made for lovers of the classic, nut-studded loaves. ” The cookies will soften as they sit at room temp—so, to help them maintain their chewy texture, keep the extras stored in an airtight container in the fridge,” says Kim.
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Grandma’s Gingersnap Cookies
Meredith Food Studio
Grandma’s Gingersnap Cookie recipe has been enjoyed by Marie Ayers’ family since 1899—so you know it’s a keeper. The treats gain their signature rich and cozy flavors from molasses and a duo of warm spices (cinnamon and ginger).
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Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS
If you’re adore fudgy, brownie-like cookies, this recipe is a must-save. “Everyone that tried these cookies told me to make these again,” says reviewer UniqueChop4389. “Love the crunch on the outside and soft middle.”
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Peach Cobbler Cookies
“Meet peach cobbler: in cookie form! This thumbprint-style cookie is filled with warm-spiced peach filling, just like peach cobbler. To prevent the cookies from getting too soft, keep the extras stored in the refrigerator.” —Kim
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Scotcharoos
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
“Scotcharoos are a wonderful combination of peanut butter, chocolate, butterscotch, and rice cereal for a crispy texture. This recipe was my mother’s and a favorite treat when I was a kid. My family loves them now!” —WALLEYE
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The Best Rolled Sugar Cookies
J Saunders sugar cookie recipe has been tested by more than 9,000 Allrecipes community members. It’s a great option to have in your back pocket for celebrations. Reviewers say the sticky dough can be easily tamed by rolling it between two pieces of wax or parchment paper and adding more flour.
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Gooey Butter Cookies
Allrecipes/Julia Hartbeck
Gooey Butter Cookies are a fun riff on the crowd-pleasing St. Louis–born cake of the same name, and this six-ingredient recipe is super easy to pull together. You can even swap the vanilla cake mix for another flavor such as lemon or strawberry.
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Pecan Shortbread Cookies
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
“These pecan shortbread cookies have a nice crisp texture and are studded generously with pecans. Rolled in golden demerara sugar, these cookies are beautiful enough to give as a gift.” —Kathryn Hendrix
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Iced Pumpkin Cookies
Allrecipes/Diana Chistruga
“Made these for a crowd and they were such a hit! I didn’t smush them down before baking so they would be more cakey. It made them so fluffy and light. Will definitely be making these again! I also added cinnamon to the icing.” —DizzyDuck8796
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Neiman Marcus Chocolate Chip Cookies
Michelle
There are actually two popular Neiman Marcus Cookie recipes out in the world. This one calls for espresso powder while the other calls for a shaved chocolate bar and grounding oats in the food processor. Both are wonderful, but we love the former for it’s easier prep.
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Million-Dollar Cookies
Dotdash-Meredith Food Studios
Featuring a symphony of flavors and textures, Million-Dollar Cookies are a long-time favorite made with rice cereal, oats, toasted coconut, and chocolate chips. “This is the third time I have made this recipe in 4 weeks! Everyone loves them!” says reviewer Vicki.
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Copycat Little Debbie Oatmeal Creme Pies
Reviewers say this easy copycat recipe makes Little Debbie Oatmeal Cream Pies that are even better than the original.
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The Best Lemon Bars
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
These sweet-tart, seven-ingredient lemon bars are crowd-pleasers. “My mother-in-law called these “so delicious,” says reviewer IsItTapiocaYet. “There can be no higher proof that this is an excellent recipe!”
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Tahini Butter Cookies
Carson Downing / Food Styling: Kelsey Moylan / Prop Styling: Breanna Ghazali
These buttery, subtly sweet cookies gain delicious nutty flavor from tahini. Don’t skip the sesame seeds, which add an extra layer of crunch.
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