25 cookie recipes that’ll keep you sneaking back to the jar

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Get ready to meet the cookies you just can’t resist! From gooey classics to creative twists, these 25 recipes are so good they’ll have you sneaking just one more every time you pass the jar. Whether you’re baking for a party or treating yourself, these irresistible treats will keep you coming back for more.

Two frosted dessert bars stacked on a white plate, placed on a woven mat with a whisk and spoon nearby.
Peppermint Sugar Cookie Bars. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Berlinerkranser

A tray of christmas cookies with green ribbons on it.
Berlinerkranser. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Need a quick and tasty cookie for your next get-together? Norwegian Berlinerkranser cookies are the way to go! These buttery, orange-flavored wreaths are so good and super easy to make. Whip up a batch, share them with friends, and watch them disappear in no time!
Get the Recipe: Berlinerkranser

Melting Moments Cookies

Melting moments cookies on white plate with snowman mug in background.
Melting Moments Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

These old-fashioned Melting Moments Cookies are like little bites of bliss that just melt in your mouth! Seriously, once you start, you won’t be able to stop at one. They make a fantastic snack or dessert, and if you want to have some fun, throw on some sprinkles or chopped candy for a twist!
Get the Recipe: Melting Moments Cookies

Cake Mix Cookies

A stack of pink cookies with a bite taken out of them.
Cake Mix Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Need a quick treat? These cake mix cookies are it! Just five ingredients, and you’ve got a sweet snack everyone will love. Craving something simple and tasty? These cookies have your back—and they’re so easy, you might want to make them all the time!
Get the Recipe: Cake Mix Cookies

Lemon Puff Cookies

Lemon cookies on a plate with a yellow checkered tablecloth.
Lemon Puff Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

These old-fashioned Lemon Puff Cookies are perfect for any occasion! They’re super light and fluffy with a fresh lemon kick, and so easy to make—even if you’re just getting the hang of baking. They’ll come together in no time, and trust me, they taste way better than store-bought!
Get the Recipe: Lemon Puff Cookies

Peanut Butter Cookies

Four peanut butter cookies on a white doily-patterned plate, with a pink cloth in the background on a wooden surface.
Peanut Butter Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Hey peanut butter lovers—this one’s for you! With just a few ingredients you probably already have, you can whip up the softest, chewiest cookies. They’re super easy, totally irresistible, and perfect for a quick snack. You won’t be able to stop at just one!
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Cookies

Lacy Oatmeal Cookies

Lacy oatmeal cookies piled on white plate with glass of milk in background.
Lacy Oatmeal Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

These oatmeal cookies are a total classic from grandma’s recipe book, and they’re perfect for any gathering! Crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside, and so light they practically melt in your mouth. They’re super easy to make and great for a quick snack, so go ahead and grab a couple!
Get the Recipe: Lacy Oatmeal Cookies

Victory Chocolate Chip Cookies

Pile of chocolate chip cookies on marble plate with glass of milk in background.
Victory Chocolate Chip Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Forget all the fancy stuff and just make our Victory Chocolate Chip Cookies! They’re super easy, insanely good, and packed with that classic chocolatey flavor—soft, chewy, and so satisfying. No need to share if you don’t want to! Trust me, you’ll be going back for seconds (or thirds).
Get the Recipe: Victory Chocolate Chip Cookies

Quick Pudding Cookies

Chocolate pudding cookies piled on white plate.
Quick Pudding Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Skip the complicated cookie recipes! These Pudding Cookies are super easy to make with stuff you probably have at home. With Bisquick and instant pudding, they’re delicious and come together fast—perfect for when you need a quick sweet fix!
Get the Recipe: Quick Pudding Cookies

Peppermint Sugar Cookie Bars

Two frosted dessert bars stacked on a white plate, placed on a woven mat with a whisk and spoon nearby.
Peppermint Sugar Cookie Bars. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

These Peppermint Sugar Cookie Bars are perfect for mint lovers! You get a soft, buttery cookie loaded with crushed peppermints and topped with creamy frosting. They’re super easy to make, and honestly, you might just want to keep them all to yourself!
Get the Recipe: Peppermint Sugar Cookie Bars

Chocolate Shortbread Cookies

Four chocolate shortbread cookies on white placemat with clear glass of milk in background.
Chocolate Shortbread Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Got a sweet tooth? These 5-ingredient Chocolate Shortbreads are a total win! Super easy to make, even if you’re not a kitchen pro. Pair them with a cold glass of milk or a cozy coffee and you’re set!
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Shortbread Cookies

Pumpkin Cookies

A white plate holds a stack of pumpkin cookies on a wooden table, surrounded by a yellow cloth and autumn leaves.
Pumpkin Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

These pumpkin cookies are a total hit! Soft, packed with pumpkin flavor, and full of cozy spices, they’re super easy to make. Perfect for parties or just snacking at home. Plus, they’re great anytime—who says pumpkin’s only for fall?
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Cookies

Mashed Potato Cookies

Mashed potato cookies on round marble plate.
Mashed Potato Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Who knew mashed potatoes could make such awesome cookies? This old-school recipe mixes creamy mashed taters with spices, nuts, and raisins for a fun twist. They’re super soft, chewy, and full of flavor—perfect for any occasion! You’ve got to try them!
Get the Recipe: Mashed Potato Cookies

Quick Oatmeal Cookies

Pile of oatmeal cookies on a plate.
Quick Oatmeal Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

In the mood for something nostalgic? Just grab whatever’s in your kitchen and whip up some of Grandma’s Oatmeal Cookies! They’re super easy and totally taste like a warm hug—Grandma would totally be on board. Perfect for munching while you watch a movie!
Get the Recipe: Quick Oatmeal Cookies

Rocky Road Cookies

A close-up of a chocolate cookie topped with marshmallows, chopped nuts, and drizzled with chocolate. Background includes other cookies and scattered marshmallows.
Rocky Road Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Hey, chocolate lovers! These Rocky Road Cookies are packed with gooey marshmallows, crunchy walnuts, and loads of chocolate—perfect for any gathering . They’re so good, you’ll be grabbing seconds (or thirds!).
Get the Recipe: Rocky Road Cookies

Christmas Snowball Cookies

Christmas snowball cookies in white snowman dish.
Christmas Snowball Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

These Snowball Cookies are a total hit with the family! They’re basically pecan shortbread, but way easier to make. Just five simple ingredients, and you’ve got yourself a batch of these yummy treats. Some folks call them Mexican Wedding Cookies or Russian Tea Cakes, but whatever you call them, they’re always a crowd-pleaser!
Get the Recipe: Christmas Snowball Cookies

Traditional Rum Balls

Rum balls stacked on red plate with red glass in background.
Traditional Rum Balls. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

These classic rum balls are a total breeze to make! Just five ingredients, and you’re good to go. Whether you share them at a party or keep them to yourself (no shame!), they’re bound to be a crowd-pleaser. Trust me, they’ll disappear fast!
Get the Recipe: Traditional Rum Balls

Soft Sugar Cookies

Sugar cookies shaped like trees, ribbons, and stars on Christmas plate.
Soft Sugar Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

These cream cheese sugar cookies are so good, you’ll be munching on them all day! Soft, chewy, and perfect for any party, they’re fun to shape and decorate however you like. Trust me, they’ll be gone before you even realize it. Perfect for when you want a treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!
Get the Recipe: Soft Sugar Cookies

Corn Flake Cookies

Corn Flake cookies on white plate.
Corn Flake Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

No oven needed for these easy Corn Flake Cookies! Just mix up some chocolate, peanut butter, and cereal for a quick, no-bake treat. They’re perfect when you need something sweet in a hurry without the mess!
Get the Recipe: Corn Flake Cookies

Toffee Cookies

Two toffee cookies on white plate with bowl of chocolate chips in background.
Toffee Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Love that classic toffee flavor? These cookies are pure comfort! With their crispy edges, chewy centers, and irresistible taste, they’re ideal for a laid-back gathering. Friends and family won’t be able to get enough—they’ll be gone in no time!
Get the Recipe: Toffee Cookies

Sugar Free Meringue Cookies

Sugar Free Keto Meringue Cookies in a dark bowl.
Sugar Free Meringue Cookies. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

This sugar-free meringue cookie recipe is made with just 2 simple ingredients and has only 1 gram of net carbs for every 10 cookies. They’re light, fluffy, and have the perfect crispy shell. Whip up a batch when you’re craving a sweet treat without the guilt!
Get the Recipe: Sugar Free Meringue Cookies

Italian Ricotta Cookies

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

Italian ricotta cookies are soft, fluffy, and melt-in-your-mouth good. They’re a classic treat that’s great for any occasion—or just when you’re in the mood for something sweet. And since they’re so easy to make, you’ll be whipping up a batch whenever the craving hits!
Get the Recipe: Italian Ricotta Cookies

Almond flour chocolate cookies

Chocolate almond flour cookies drizzled with chocolate on a piece of parchment paper.
Almond flour chocolate cookies. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Soft, chewy, and just the right amount of sweet, these chocolate almond flour cookies are always a hit. Make them for any occasion—or just because you’re craving something delicious! They’re super easy to make and will disappear in no time.
Get the Recipe: Almond flour chocolate cookies

Hershey Kiss Cookie

Hershey kiss cookies in rows on a cooling rack.
Hershey Kiss Cookie. Photo credit: Savoringthegood.

Hershey Kiss cookies are a classic in my house. You might know them as peanut butter blossoms, but we know them as the cookies that always disappear first at the cookie exchange. These freezer-friendly treats come together in just under an hour!
Get the Recipe: Hershey Kiss Cookie

Tahini Cookies

A batch of tahini cookies cooling on a wire rack.
Tahini Cookies. Photo credit: The Honour System.

Tahini, that smooth and creamy sesame seed butter, steals the show in these gluten-free Tahini Cookies. They’re soft, chewy, and this recipe makes a big batch, so there’s plenty to go around. Whip up a batch and watch them disappear!
Get the Recipe: Tahini Cookies

Banana Pudding Cookies

Overhead of banana pudding cookies on a plate.
Banana Pudding Cookies. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

These Banana Pudding Cookies are like your favorite Southern dessert in cookie form! They’re soft, buttery, and packed with banana flavor, with crunchy bits of vanilla wafers mixed in. Whether it’s for a holiday, a potluck, or just a snack, you won’t be able to stop at one!
Get the Recipe: Banana Pudding Cookies

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