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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    18 Cookie Recipes That Will Make You Feel Like a Baking Pro

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on August 8, 2025, updated July 19, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Baking cookies is a fun and rewarding way to spend time in the kitchen, and with these 18 recipes, you'll feel like a pro in no time. From classic chocolate chip to unique flavor combinations, there's something here for everyone. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, these recipes will help you create delicious treats that are sure to impress.

    Lemon Crinkle Cookies

    Lemon Crinkle Cookies.
    Photo credit: Delish Knowledge.

    Lemon lovers will enjoy these lemon crinkle cookies. They are vegan and don't contain any eggs, making them a great option for everyone. These cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with a bright lemon taste.

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    White Chocolate Matcha Cookies

    White Chocolate Matcha Cookies.
    Photo credit: Spatula Desserts.

    White Chocolate Matcha cookies combine the unique flavor of matcha powder with sweet white chocolate chips, creating a chewy and buttery treat. These cookies are perfect for anyone who enjoys matcha, and they might even win over those who aren't fans of it yet. They're a delightful option for a snack or dessert, bringing a fun twist to traditional cookies.

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    Cinnamon Cookies

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

    Cinnamon cookies are simple to whip up and come with a delightful coating of cinnamon sugar. They are soft, buttery, and packed with cinnamon goodness, making them a treat everyone will love. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are bound to become a staple in your home.

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    Raspberry White Chocolate Cookies

    Raspberry White Chocolate Cookies.
    Photo Credit: Heavenly Home Cooking.

    Raspberry white chocolate cookies offer a delicious twist with a flavor reminiscent of cheesecake. Packed with juicy raspberries and creamy white chocolate, each bite is filled with sweetness. These cookies are soft and chewy, making them a real treat. You can easily whip up these bakery-style cookies right in your own kitchen.

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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 chewy and crispy textures of apple spice cookies. They capture the flavors of brown sugar and apple crisp topping, all packed into a cookie. These cookies are perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a sweet snack that’s easy to make.

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    Hello Dolly Cookie Bars

    Hello Dolly Cookie Bars.
    Photo Credit: Manila Spoon.

    Hello Dolly cookie bars are a delightful treat that anyone can whip up with ease. They feature layers of graham crackers, coconut, pecans, butterscotch, and chocolate chips, creating a sweet and satisfying dessert. Perfect for sharing or enjoying on your own, these bars are sure to please everyone.

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    The Best Chunky Brownie Cookies

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

    Vegan chocolate brownie cookies are both satisfying and tasty. They offer a dairy-free and eggless take on classic chocolate brownies, but with a unique twist. With two special ingredients, these cookies stand out from the usual chocolate cookie recipes.

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    Moroccan Semolina Cookies

    Moroccan semolina cookies on a wire rack.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons.

    Eggless Moroccan Semolina Cookies offer a lighter take on the classic Ghriba cookies popular in Morocco. With a blend of almond and semolina flours, these cookies have a refreshing lemon flavor. They pair wonderfully with a warm cup of mint tea or coffee, making them a delightful treat for any time of day.

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    Cocoa Powder Cookies

    A stack of cocoa powder cookies.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Cocoa Powder Cookies are easy to whip up in less than an hour, and you likely have all the ingredients on hand. With just a few simple items, you can create a tasty treat that everyone will enjoy. Once you start eating these cookies, it's hard to stop at just one!

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    Air Fryer Cookies

    Air fryer cookies.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Air fryer chocolate chip cookies are a simple treat that lets you enjoy fresh cookies without warming up the whole kitchen. They’re perfect for anyone who wants to whip up something sweet with minimal effort. With just a few ingredients and a quick cooking time, you can have delicious cookies ready in no time.

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    Peanut Butter Cookies

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

    Peanut Butter Cookies can be whipped up in just 35 minutes, and they don’t even require brown sugar. With straightforward ingredients that you likely have on hand, these cookies are simple to prepare and turn out delicious. They’re perfect for anyone looking to bake something sweet without a lot of work.

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    Salted Buckwheat Chocolate Chunk Cookies

    low FODMAP Salted Buckwheat Chocolate Chunk Cookies on a dark surface; silver tray showing in corner. These are delicious gluten-free Christmas cookies.
    Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson.

    These chocolate chunk cookies are made with gluten-free buckwheat, giving them a unique chewy texture that’s different from the usual. A sprinkle of extra salt enhances the flavor, making each bite satisfying. Perfect for anyone looking to bake something simple yet delicious, these cookies are sure to please.

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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 simple to whip up and don’t require brown sugar or baking soda. With two kinds of chocolate chips mixed in and a sprinkle of salt on top, they’re sure to be a hit with everyone in the family. This recipe is perfect for when you want a quick and tasty treat.

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    Heart-Shaped Cookies

    Heart-Shaped Cookies.
    Photo credit: Spatula Desserts.

    Heart-shaped cookies are a fun and easy treat to make, and you don’t even need a cookie cutter to shape them. This simple recipe results in soft and gooey chocolate chip cookies that are great for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a special day or just want something sweet, these cookies are sure to please.

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    Kitchen Sink Cookies

    Kitchen Sink Cookies.
    Photo credit: Inquiring Chef.

    Kitchen Sink Cookies are soft and chewy treats loaded with chocolate chips, pretzels, potato chips, and toffee. They’re a fun mix of flavors and textures, perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth. You can stick to the original ingredients or switch them out for your favorites.

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    No Bake Cookies

    No bake cookies.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    No Bake Cookies without Peanut Butter are quick and easy to whip up, taking only about 15 minutes of your time. With simple ingredients, these cookies are rich in chocolate, have a touch of coconut, and a dash of salt. They’re a great treat for any gathering, but be warned—once you start, it’s hard to stop at just one!

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    Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

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

    Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies are a must-have for anyone who loves baking. They have a perfect mix of crispy edges and chewy centers, with a rich buttery flavor that really stands out. Topped with a sprinkle of sea salt, these cookies strike a great balance between sweet and savory, making them a delightful treat for any occasion.

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    Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies.
    Photo credit: Spatula Desserts.

    These cookies are super simple to whip up and taste amazing. Packed with chocolate chips, pecans, and a hint of cinnamon, they have a rich flavor that’s hard to resist. The combination of brown butter and brown sugar gives them a nice depth, making them chewy on the outside and soft in the middle. Perfect for anyone looking to bake something delicious without too much effort.

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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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