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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    11 Cookie Recipes That Were Made for Fall Baking

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on September 4, 2025, updated August 26, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, it's the perfect time to fill your kitchen with the warm scents of fall baking. These 11 cookie recipes capture the essence of the season, featuring flavors like apple, spices and pecans that remind us of cozy gatherings and festive celebrations. Whether you're looking for a sweet treat to enjoy with a cup of cider or a fun baking project to share with friends, these cookies are sure to bring a touch of the season to your home.

    Soft & Chewy Apple-Cinnamon Gingersnaps

    Soft & Chewy Apple-Cinnamon Gingersnaps
    Photo Credit: Foodess.

    These cookies are incredibly chewy and soft, perfect for enjoying during the fall season. Soft ginger snaps might sound like an odd combination, but they really capture the cozy flavors of autumn. With their warm spices and delightful texture, these cookies are a great treat to share with friends or family.

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    Chunky Brownie Cookies

    Chunky brownie cookies on a wire rack.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons.

    Vegan chocolate brownie cookies are rich and enjoyable, offering a delightful twist on classic chocolate brownies without any eggs or dairy. They stand out from regular chocolate cookies thanks to two special ingredients that add a unique touch. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, these cookies are a great treat for any occasion.

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    Apple Crisp Cookies

    Apple Crisp Cookies
    Photo Credit: I Heart Eating.

    Apple crisp cookies are a delightful treat that combine the flavors of warm spices and sweet apples. These cookies have a chewy texture with a bit of crispiness, reminiscent of the delicious topping found on a classic apple crisp. They bring the cozy taste of fall right into your kitchen, perfect for enjoying with a cup of coffee or sharing with friends.

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    Apple Crisp Cookie Cups

    Apple Crisp Cookie Cups
    Photo Credit: Pastry and Beyond.

    These apple crisp cookie cups are a delightful treat that combines the flavors of fall in a simple way. They’re easy to whip up and perfect for sharing with friends and family. Enjoy the warm, comforting taste of apples and spices in every bite.

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    Cocoa Powder Cookies Without Baking Powder

    Cocoa Powder Cookies Without Baking Powder
    Photo credit: always use butter

    These tasty cookies come together quickly and don’t require any baking powder. With just a handful of simple ingredients that you likely have on hand, you can whip them up in less than an hour. Perfect for enjoying during the fall season, these cookies are a great treat to share with family and friends.

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    Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Brown butter chocolate chip cookies.
    Photo credit: Spatula Desserts.

    These cookies are a delightful mix of crispy and chewy textures, with a rich buttery flavor. They have just the right amount of sweetness, perfectly complemented by a sprinkle of sea salt on top. Perfect for enjoying during the fall, these treats are sure to satisfy your cravings.

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    Cinnamon Cookies

    A stack of cinnamon cookies.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These cookies are soft and buttery, covered in a sweet cinnamon sugar that adds a warm touch. They’re simple to make and perfect for enjoying during the fall season. Whether you’re sharing them with friends or keeping them all to yourself, these cookies are sure to bring a cozy vibe to any gathering.

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    Chocolate Chip Cookies Without Brown Sugar

    A chocolate chip cookie.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies are a simple and delicious treat that everyone in the family will enjoy. With two kinds of chocolate chips and a sprinkle of salt on top, they offer a delightful mix of flavors. This recipe is perfect for when you want to whip up something sweet without a lot of work.

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    Soft-Baked Pumpkin Cookies

    Soft-Baked Pumpkin Cookies
    Photo Credit: Foodess.

    These pumpkin cookies are soft and full of the warm flavors of pumpkin pie spices. They’re simple to make and always turn out perfectly. Enjoy these treats during the fall season or whenever you crave something cozy and sweet.

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    Peanut Butter Cookies

    A peanut butter cookie.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These cookies are packed with peanut butter, giving them a rich and satisfying flavor. They have all the sweetness and texture of a classic cookie, making them a delightful treat. Perfect for a cozy fall day, these cookies are sure to please anyone who loves peanut butter.

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    Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies.
    Photo credit: Spatula Desserts.

    These chocolate chip cookies are packed with pecans, cinnamon, and brown butter, creating a rich flavor that’s perfectly balanced with a touch of sea salt. They have a chewy exterior and a gooey center, offering a delightful mix of chocolate and nutty goodness. Perfect for enjoying during the fall, these cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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