13 Must-Try Cookie Recipes Everyone Will Love

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Finding a cookie recipe that everyone agrees on can be a challenge, but these 13 stand out for all the right reasons. These recipes hit the sweet spot between easy to make and absolutely delicious. From comforting classics to fun twists, these cookies are guaranteed to be crowd-pleasers. If you’re unsure which cookie to bake next, start here – they’re all must-tries.

Image shows edible candy bar cookie dough in a bowl on a cutting board.
Edible Candy Bar Cookie Dough. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Apricot Crescent Cookies

Image shows a sugar-dusted cookie with a bite revealing an orange filling, placed on a festive plate with holiday decorations.
Apricot Crescent Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These crescent cookies are a fun addition to your cookie repertoire. The apricot preserves in the center add a lovely sweetness and keep cookies soft.
Get the Recipe: Apricot Crescent Cookies

Cherry Surprise Cookies

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Cherry Surprise Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Get ready for a burst of sweet surprise with these Cherry Surprise Cookies. With a hidden cherry center and a buttery cookie exterior, each bite is a delightful explosion of flavors that will keep you coming back for more.
Get the Recipe: Cherry Surprise Cookies

Chewy Molasses Cookies

A hand holds a chewy molasses cookie facing the camera with more cookies on a baking sheet in the background.
Chewy Molasses Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

There is nothing better than a slightly spicy molasses cookie. This has been a favorite for generations, and it makes the tastiest, chewiest cookie that flat out disappears every time you make a batch.
Get the Recipe: Chewy Molasses Cookies

Hot Chocolate Cookies

Image shows close-up of chocolate cookies with marshmallow centers on a cooling rack.
Hot Chocolate Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Soft and chewy decadent hot chocolate cookies with the marshmallow in the middle. Eat them fresh from the oven, or stick them in the microwave for a few seconds to get them extra soft and delicious.
Get the Recipe: Hot Chocolate Cookies

Copycat Girl Scout S’mores Cookies

Image shows a hand holding a copycat Girl Scout s'mores cookie with a bite taken from it.
Copycat Girl Scout S’mores Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Relish the flavors of the now-discontinued Girl Scout s’mores cookies with this scrumptious copycat version. Graham crackers get adorned with gooey marshmallow and coated with melted chocolate. With their authentic taste and simple preparation, these cookies are a perfect alternative to traditional s’mores, offering a delightful treat for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Copycat Girl Scout S’mores Cookies

Edible Candy Bar Cookie Dough

Image shows edible candy bar cookie dough in a bowl on a cutting board.
Edible Candy Bar Cookie Dough. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Experience the joy of indulgence as cookie dough meets the irresistible charm of Halloween candy bars, creating an enticing fusion of flavors and textures. This Edible Cookie Dough is simple to make and absolutely safe with no eggs and heat-treated flour.
Get the Recipe: Edible Candy Bar Cookie Dough

Chewy Lemon Cookies

Image shows a fingers holding a Chewy Lemon Cookie with more in the background.
Chewy Lemon Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Experience the perfect balance of zesty and sweet with these chewy lemon cookies. Bursting with citrus flavor and a soft texture, they are a delightful treat for lemon enthusiasts.
Get the Recipe: Chewy Lemon Cookies

Spiced Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies

Image shows hand holding an oatmeal raisin cookie with more cookies in the background on a wooden surface.
Spiced Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These simple homemade cookies have warm spices perfect for cooler months that combine beautifully with cranberry to make a delicious soft and chewy cookie everyone loves.
Get the Recipe: Spiced Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies

Nutella No Bake Cookies

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Nutella No Bake Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Make Nutella No Bake Cookies, also known as “reindeer poop.” Easy, fun, and perfect for Santa. They disappear fast, but you can make more in a snap.
Get the Recipe: Nutella No Bake Cookies

Chewy S’mores Cookies

Image shows a closeup of a chewy s'mores cookie held over a wooden table.
Chewy S’mores Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Sink your teeth into these chewy s’more cookies for a delightful twist on the classic treat. These soft and chocolate-y cookies are loaded with chocolate chips and mini-marshmallow, then studded with graham cracker pieces, ensuring that every bite is filled with s’mores goodness. They’re a fantastic alternative when you’re craving s’mores but can’t gather around a campfire.
Get the Recipe: Chewy S’mores Cookies

Toasted S’mores Cookies

Image shows Toasted smores cookies on a white tray.
Toasted S’mores Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Prepare your taste buds for an irresistible journey of flavors and textures. Picture a delectable graham cracker cookie base that crumbles just right, revealing a luxurious chocolate ganache filling that will make you swoon. As the crowning glory, a heavenly dollop of fluffy marshmallow fluff rests on top, toasted to a perfect golden brown, creating a sensational blend of crunch, richness, and gooey goodness.
Get the Recipe: Toasted S’mores Cookies

Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies

Image shows A stack of sourdough chocolate chip cookies on a blue cloth.
Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Discover a unique twist in Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies, infusing tangy sourdough with the comforting joy of chocolate chips in every bite. This is a tasty and creative take on cookies that surprises the palate.
Get the Recipe: Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies

Mexican Triple Chocolate Cookies

Image shows a cooling rack holds several freshly baked chocolate cookies with chocolate chips on a wooden surface.
Mexican Triple Chocolate Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These triple chocolate cookies are fit for any chocoholic. In addition to the deep chocolate flavor, the slight heat makes the perfect complement for these soft and chewy cookies.
Get the Recipe: Mexican Triple Chocolate Cookies

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