23 must-have cookies for your cookie swap this year

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Looking for the perfect cookies to bring to your next swap? With these 23 must-have recipes, you can bake, share, and repeat. Whether you’re into classic treats or something a little different, these cookies will be the highlight of any swap. Get ready to impress with simple, delicious options everyone will love.

Close-up of a hand holding a bitten chocolate cookie with more cookies in the background on a wooden surface.
Candy Cane Brookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie

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Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This giant chocolate chip cookie, baked in a skillet, is perfect for sharing at a cookie swap. The gooey center and crisp edges give it the ideal texture that everyone loves. It’s easy to make and is sure to be the star of any dessert table.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie

Copycat Mrs. Field’s Chocolate Dipped Cookies

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Copycat Mrs. Field’s Chocolate Dipped Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These homemade cookies are a twist on the classic chocolate-dipped favorite. With chewy chocolate cookie and creamy white chocolate, they bring a fun, delicious treat to any cookie swap. A bite-sized version of a sweet indulgence everyone will appreciate.
Get the Recipe: Copycat Mrs. Field’s Chocolate Dipped Cookies

Candy Cookie Brownies

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Candy Cookie Brownies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Candy-studded cookie brownies are the perfect combination of chewy cookies and fudgy brownies, with sweet candy in every bite. These cookies satisfy any sweet tooth and are sure to be a hit at your next cookie swap. They’re guaranteed to steal the show.
Get the Recipe: Candy Cookie Brownies

Chewy Chocolate Marshmallow Cookie

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Chewy Chocolate Marshmallow Cookie. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These chewy chocolate cookies are filled with gooey marshmallow, making them an irresistible treat. Each bite is a sweet surprise with chocolate and marshmallow flavors blending together. They’re a great choice for any cookie swap and will have everyone coming back for more.
Get the Recipe: Chewy Chocolate Marshmallow Cookie

Classic Thumbprint Cookies

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Classic Thumbprint Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These thumbprint cookies are simple to make with a soft, buttery base and a sweet jam center. They’re always a favorite at any cookie swap, and their easy preparation makes them a go-to choice when time is tight. Perfect for sharing, they’ll be gone before you know it.
Get the Recipe: Classic Thumbprint Cookies

Candy Cane Brookies

Close-up of a hand holding a bitten chocolate cookie with more cookies in the background on a wooden surface.
Candy Cane Brookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

A mix of chewy cookies and fudgy brownies, these brookies are packed with crushed candy canes for a fun twist. The combination of chocolate and peppermint makes them stand out at any cookie swap. These will quickly become a favorite treat everyone wants to try.
Get the Recipe: Candy Cane Brookies

Egg Nog Cookies

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Egg Nog Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These eggnog cookies have a rich, smooth texture with a sweet, spicy flavor that everyone will enjoy. They’re soft, chewy, and always a crowd-pleaser at cookie swaps. With their unique taste, they’ll leave everyone asking for the recipe.
Get the Recipe: Egg Nog Cookies

Apricot Crescent Cookies

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Apricot Crescent Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These crescent-shaped cookies are filled with apricot preserves, making each bite soft and sweet. They’re simple to prepare and add a lovely twist to any cookie swap lineup. Their unique flavor and soft texture will keep everyone coming back for more.
Get the Recipe: Apricot Crescent Cookies

Classic Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

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Classic Oatmeal Raisin Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These oatmeal raisin cookies bring a warm, comforting flavor with every bite. The chewy texture and the right balance of spices make them a classic choice for any cookie swap. With their nostalgic flavor, they’ll remind everyone of homemade treats from childhood.
Get the Recipe: Classic Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Nutella No Bake Cookies

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

Nutella no-bake cookies are quick, easy, and packed with the irresistible flavor of chocolate hazelnut. These cookies are perfect for a fast cookie swap treat that everyone will enjoy. They disappear in no time, making them a great addition to any gathering.
Get the Recipe: Nutella No Bake Cookies

Chocolatey Raisin Cookies

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Chocolatey Raisin Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These chocolatey raisin cookies take the classic oatmeal raisin up a notch with rich chocolate for an extra layer of flavor. They’re chewy, slightly tart, and perfectly sweet, making them ideal for any cookie swap. Once you try them, it’s hard to stop at just one.
Get the Recipe: Chocolatey Raisin Cookies

Candy Stuffed Cookies

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Candy Stuffed Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These candy-stuffed cookies are the perfect treat to surprise everyone at a cookie swap. Each bite hides a mini candy bar, making them a fun and delicious choice for sharing. They’ll satisfy anyone’s sweet tooth and keep everyone guessing at what’s inside.
Get the Recipe: Candy Stuffed 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.

With their rich molasses flavor and a touch of spice, these chewy cookies are a classic favorite. They’re easy to make and disappear quickly at any cookie swap. Once you try them, their soft texture and flavor will have you making them again and again.
Get the Recipe: Chewy Molasses Cookies

Toasted S’mores Cookies

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Toasted S’mores Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These toasted s’mores cookies feature a graham cracker base, gooey chocolate ganache, and perfectly toasted marshmallow fluff. The mix of crunchy, gooey, and rich flavors make them a standout at any cookie swap. These cookies will quickly become a crowd favorite.
Get the Recipe: Toasted S’mores Cookies

Peppermint Shortbread Cookies

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Peppermint Shortbread Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Buttery, rich shortbread cookies are topped with chocolate and sprinkled with peppermint for a delicious combination. These cookies are easy to make and taste like an elegant treat, perfect for a cookie swap. Their melt-in-your-mouth texture makes them a true standout.
Get the Recipe: Peppermint Shortbread Cookies

Palmier Cookies

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Palmier Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Palmier cookies are light, crispy, and incredibly simple to make. Their delicate texture and sweet flavor make them a perfect choice for a cookie swap. They’re the kind of treat that’s always gone before you know it.
Get the Recipe: Palmier Cookies

Spiced Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies

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Spiced Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These soft, chewy oatmeal cookies are enhanced with the perfect blend of warm spices and tart cranberries. They’re a simple yet delicious choice for any cookie swap. The combination of flavors and texture makes them a crowd favorite.
Get the Recipe: Spiced Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies

Hot Chocolate Cookies

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These hot chocolate cookies are soft and chewy, filled with marshmallow centers for a sweet surprise. They capture the rich, familiar flavor of hot cocoa in cookie form. They’re the perfect treat for anyone looking for a comforting dessert at their next cookie swap.
Get the Recipe: Hot Chocolate Cookies

Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These sourdough chocolate chip cookies put a creative twist on the classic by adding tangy sourdough to the mix. The combination of flavors is unique and sure to surprise your taste buds. They’re a fun and tasty choice for any cookie swap.
Get the Recipe: Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies

Cherry Pie Cookies

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Cherry Pie Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Cherry pie cookies bring the flavors of sweet cherry filling wrapped in soft, buttery dough. Their pinwheel shape and delicious taste make them a fun and unique addition to any cookie swap. These cookies offer the charm of pie in a simple, bite-sized form.
Get the Recipe: Cherry Pie Cookies

Copycat Girl Scout S’mores Cookies

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Copycat Girl Scout S’mores Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These cookies are a homemade version of the classic s’mores treat with graham cracker, marshmallow, and chocolate. Simple to make, they’re a perfect treat for any cookie swap. The flavors of this campfire favorite are sure to be a hit with everyone.
Get the Recipe: Copycat Girl Scout S’mores Cookies

Chewy S’mores Cookies

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Chewy S’mores Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Chewy s’mores cookies are made with chocolate chips, mini marshmallows, and crunchy graham crackers for a twist on the traditional s’mores. They’re a sweet and crunchy treat everyone loves at cookie swaps. These cookies will become a favorite at any gathering.
Get the Recipe: Chewy S’mores Cookies

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.

These chewy lemon cookies have the perfect balance of zesty citrus and sweet dough. They’re soft, flavorful, and ideal for anyone who loves a bright lemony treat. These cookies are a delightful addition to any cookie swap.
Get the Recipe: Chewy Lemon Cookies

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