27 recipes that will have you reaching for the cookie sheets

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Get that cookie sheet out of the cupboard and bake up our tasty recipes. From chocolate chip and lemony shortbread to fruity and nutty bars, there’s something here for everyone. Keep your cookie jar full with easy treats like classic ginger cookies, bar cookies piled with nuts, or frosted favorites. You’ll even find a few spicy options and fun sprinkle bakes.

Red velvet stuffed cookies on a white and red towel.
Red Velvet Stuffed Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Pecan Thumbprint Cookies

Spooning apricot jam into pecan thumbprint cookies.
Pecan Thumbprint Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Pecan Thumbprint Cookies are bite-sized with a buttery brown sugar flavor. Fill them with your favorite jam, and they’re sure to be a hit. These tasty cookies will disappear from the jar fast.
Get the Recipe: Pecan Thumbprint Cookies

Oatmeal Crumbl Cookies

A stack of iced oatmeal cookies.
Oatmeal Crumbl Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Make a batch of these Oatmeal Copycat Crumbl Cookies that bake up soft and chewy with a sweet icing drizzled over the top that coats all the nooks and crannies.
Get the Recipe: Oatmeal Crumbl Cookies

Triple Ginger Cookies

Three ginger cookies on a marble tray.
Triple Ginger Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Triple Ginger Cookies are packed with ginger, cloves, and nutmeg. Great for anyone who loves a spicy ginger kick. These tasty cookies are perfect for sharing… or not!
Get the Recipe: Triple Ginger Cookies

Chocolate Shortbread Cookies

Chocolate shortbread cookies with sprinkles on the edges in a white dish.
Chocolate Shortbread Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Delight in the melt-in-your-mouth goodness of these Dark Chocolate Shortbread Cookies. They’re perfect for sharing with loved ones or gifting to a fellow chocolate fanatic.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Shortbread Cookies

Cut-Out Chocolate Chip Cookies

Heart shaped chocolate chip cookies.
Cut-Out Chocolate Chip Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Bake our favorite Chocolate Chip Cookie recpipe as fun cut-outs in any shape you like, although we do love the heart shapes. Add sprinkles to make them extra festive. These easy-to-make cookies are perfect for everyday snacking or for sharing with someone special on any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Cut-Out Chocolate Chip Cookies

Lemon Shortbread Cookies

A stack of four round lemon cookies sits on a white plate, with more cookies and a lemon in the background.
Lemon Shortbread Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Lemon Shortbread Cookies offer a refreshing burst of lemon in every bite. Their buttery texture makes them a must-try for any cookie lover. Add them to your cookie jar for a citrusy treat.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Shortbread Cookies

Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chocolate chip cookies with chocolate chips on a marble board.
Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Small-batch chocolate Chip Cookies are perfect for quick cookie cravings. This recipe makes twelve warm, fresh cookies in no time. These might not make it into your cookie jar!
Get the Recipe: Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies

M&M Bars

M&M sugar cookie bars cut into squares.
M&M Bars. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

M&M Bars are soft, chewy, and loaded with chocolate chips and M&Ms. They’re easy to make and bring smiles to the table. These bars are perfect for any occasion and might not stick around long enough to fill your cookie jar.
Get the Recipe: M&M Bars

Red Velvet Stuffed Cookies

Red velvet stuffed cookies on a white and red towel.
Red Velvet Stuffed Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Red Velvet Stuffed Cookies have a surprise filling inside and are covered colorful sprinkles. They’re a fancy addition to any dessert spread, but you may not want to share them once they’re in your cookie jar.
Get the Recipe: Red Velvet Stuffed Cookies

Gingerbrread Men Cookies

A gingerbread cookie shaped like a person with white icing for eyes, mouth, and buttons, next to a glass of milk.
Gingerbrread Men Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Gingerbread bundt cake with cream cheese frosting is the perfect balance of warm spices and rich molasses, creating a moist, tender crumb. It’s a festive treat that brings the cozy flavors of the season to every bite.
Get the Recipe: Gingerbrread Men Cookies

Fruit and Nut Biscotti

Candied fruit biscotti on a wire tray.
Fruit and Nut Biscotti. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Fruit and Nut Biscotti are crunchy cookies filled with candied fruits and nuts. Biscotti makes it great for holiday baking or as a gift. Enjoy with your favorite hot brew.
Get the Recipe: Fruit and Nut Biscotti

Raspberry Filled Cookies

Colorful sprinkle-coated cookies, some whole and one bisected revealing a red interior, presented in a blue dish.
Raspberry Filled Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Raspberry Filled Cookies combine buttery cookies with a sweet raspberry filling. Pastel sprinkles add a charming touch. These tasty cookies perfect for sharing.
Get the Recipe: Raspberry Filled Cookies

Autumn Leaf Sugar Cookies

Fall colored sugar cookies on a white table.
Autumn Leaf Sugar Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Fall vibes are all about these adorable Autumn Leaf Maple Cookies. Don’t be fooled by their fancy appearance – all you gotta do is mix in some food coloring, roll, cut, and pop ’em in the oven. Easy peasy
Get the Recipe: Autumn Leaf Sugar Cookies

Sprinkle Cookies

Red, white and blue sprinkles cookies with a red center.
Sprinkle Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Sprinkle Cookies are colorful and fun to make. Perfect for adding a festive touch to any celebration. Feel free to change up the colorful sprinkles.
Get the Recipe: Sprinkle Cookies

Chocolate Cacao Nib Shortbread Cookies

A group of chocolate cookies is arranged on a surface near a white cup of coffee and a bowl of cocoa nibs. One cookie is partially bitten.
Chocolate Cacao Nib Shortbread Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Do you ever go for a while without chocolate, and then BAM, it happens—all you want is chocolate? How do you get your chocolate fix—cake, pie, or cookies? These Chocolate Cacao Nib Shortbread Cookies are a rich treat. Additionally, this recipe is quick and easy to make, allowing you to enjoy a chocolate treat in no time.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Cacao Nib Shortbread Cookies

Icing Thumbprint Cookies

Red, white and blue sprinkled thumbprint cookies with icing.
Icing Thumbprint Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Icing Thumbprint Cookies are topped with colorful sprinkles and sweet icing. A fun treat for any celebration, and great if you’re new to baking. These tasty cookies might disappear before they reach the cookie jar.
Get the Recipe: Icing Thumbprint Cookies

Tart Cherry Fudge Thumbprints

A blue plate holds eight chocolate thumbprint cookies filled with red cherry topping.
Tart Cherry Thumprints. Photo Credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These cherry fudge thumbprints are like a decadent brownie with a tart center, perfect for Valentine’s Day, holiday baking or just for an everyday cookie snack.
Get the Recipe: Tart Cherry Fudge Thumbprints

Jello Cookies

Tie dye jello cookies on a wooden cutting board.
Jello Cookies. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Add a colorful twist to snack time with jello cookies. Soft and vibrant, they’re a playful treat that’s as fun to look at as it is to eat. These cookies are sure to brighten up your after-school moments.
Get the Recipe: Jello Cookies

Peanut Butter Cookies

A stack of peanut butter cookies on a green pedestal plate, with more cookies on a cooling rack and a blue patterned cloth nearby.
Peanut Butter Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Make a batch of some seriously tasty Peanut Butter Cookies! These cookies are super easy to make and packed with flavor. They’ve got a nice crispy edge and a chewy center, giving you that classic peanut butter goodness we all love.
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Cookies

Rose Petal Shortbreads

Heart-shaped cookies with white icing and rose petal decorations on a wooden board, next to a heart-shaped bowl filled with rose petals.
Rose Petal Shortbreads. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Rose Petal Shortbread Cookies feature a delicate flavor of rosewater and a sprinkling of rose petals on top, making for a simple yet sophisticated cookie. Not only are these cookies pretty, but they also have that wonderful shortbread crumbly cookie texture.
Get the Recipe: Rose Petal Shortbreads

Spiced Shortbread Cookies

A white plate of a line of Spiced Shortbread Cookies lined up.
Spiced Shortbread Cookies. Photo credit: Renee Nicoles Kitchen.

Buttery shortbread cookies with a hint of ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon, and allspice, warming spices. These Spiced Shortbread cookies will make you feel warm and cozy with the best flavors of the season.
Get the Recipe: Spiced Shortbread Cookies

Butterscotch Cookies with Pecans

Butterscotch cookies on a red plate.
Butterscotch Cookies with Pecans. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These Butterscotch Cookies with Pecans are a game-changer! The crunchy pecans add a delightful texture to the rich butterscotch flavor, making them a crowd favorite. Perfect for cookie swaps or a special treat, these cookies offer a sweet and nutty experience you’ll want to savor again and again.
Get the Recipe: Butterscotch Cookies with Pecans

Lemon Sugar Cookies

A stack of three lemon sugar cookies with one cookie leaning against the stack, in front of jars of milk.
Lemon Sugar Cookies. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Lemon sugar cookies are full of bright lemon flavor and just the right amount of sweetness. They bake up soft in the center with a crisp, crunchy top sprinkled with lemon sugar. Perfect with a cold glass of milk.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Sugar Cookies

Gingerbread Bars

Gingerbread cookies topped with white icing.
Gingerbread Bars. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Gingerbread cookie bars are delightfully dense and chewy, bursting with that classic gingerbread spice. Once baked, they’re generously topped with a rich, creamy layer of luscious cream cheese frosting. And the best part? They’re incredibly easy to make, because they’re bars!
Get the Recipe: Gingerbread Bars

Italian Ricotta Cookies

Ricotta Cookies decorated with Christmas sprinkles.
Italian Ricotta Cookies. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These ricotta cookies are fluffy on the inside and slightly crispy on the outside. The ricotta keeps them tender without any cheesy taste. The sprinkles just make these cookies extra colorful.
Get the Recipe: Italian Ricotta Cookies

Strawberry Kiss Cookies

A plate of pink cookies, each topped with a pink chocolate kiss. Sliced strawberries are in the background.
Strawberry Kiss Cookies. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

They’re pretty in pink with a matching pink strawberry kiss in the center. These cute little strawberry kiss cookies are easy to whip up, and you only need a few ingredients to make them. There’s plenty of fruity strawberry flavor from the strawberry cake mix and pink strawberry kisses in the center of each cookie.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Kiss Cookies

Easy Lemon Ricotta Cookies

Lemon ricotta cookies on rack with icing bowl.
Easy Lemon Ricotta Cookies. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

These small-batch lemon ricotta cookies strike the perfect balance between sweet and tart. With a hint of lemon zest, they make a delightful treat that’s sure to please.
Get the Recipe: Easy Lemon Ricotta Cookies

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