Our Quickest Cookie Recipes of All-Time (2024)

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Our Quickest Cookie Recipes of All-Time (1)Caroline StankoUpdated: Feb. 15, 2024

    When cookie cravings hit, you have to act fast! Luckily these quick cookie recipes can be enjoyed in 20 minutes or less.

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    Amish Sugar Cookies

    These easy-to-make, old-fashioned sugar cookies simply melt in your mouth! I’ve passed the recipe around to many friends. After I gave it to my sister, she entered the cookies in a local fair and won the best of show prize! —Sylvia Ford, Kennett, Missouri

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    Peanut Butter Cookie In A Mug

    This peanut butter cookie in a mug is perfect for when you have a sweet tooth but don't want to make an entire batch of cookies. So quick and easy! —Rashanda Cobbins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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    3/25

    Butterscotch No-Bake Cookies

    More like a candy than a cookie, these little butterscotch no-bake cookies are delightful. —Andrea Price, Grafton, Wisconsin

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    Be-Mine Sandwich Cookies

    This quick cookie recipe is the first thing to disappear from dessert tables. They’re cute, colorful and extremely fast to make.
    —Darcie Cross, Novi, Michigan

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    5/25

    Mint Sandwich Cookies

    Canned frosting, peppermint extract and chocolate candy coating quickly turn crackers into these wonderful little no-bake cookies. My children and I like to assemble them for parties and holidays. I hope you and your family enjoy them as much as we do.-Melissa Thompson, Anderson, Ohio

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    6/25

    Chocolate Caramel Wafers

    To keep my holiday cooking quick, I’ve come to rely on this quick cookie recipe. The crunchy-chewy tidbits are our youngster’s favorite.

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    7/25

    Easy Peanut Butter Balls

    "These simple saucepan cookies are a snap to make," assures Marg Mitro of Grafton, Ontario. "In fact, I can whip them up in 10 minutes for school lunches. The little treats are a big hit with any crowd—young or old," she adds.

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    8/25

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    Flourless Peanut Butter Thumbprints

    I had been searching for a dessert to make for my brother's girlfriend (who is gluten intolerant), and I came across a naturally gluten-free dessert—a flourless peanut butter cookie. After tweaking the recipe a bit and adding Nutella and a sprinkling of sea salt, I finally found the perfect cookie for her. —Dana Hinck, Pensacola, Florida

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    9/25

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    Fruity No-Bake Cookies

    Keep your kitchen cool with these freezer cookies made with fruity cereal. They're extra sweet and even more fun for kids to help make.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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    10/25

    Toffee Chip Thins

    In an attempt to create the "ultimate" cookie, I took the best features from my favorite recipes to create this sweet, crisp cookie. My family can't get enough of them. —Lynae Lang, Wolf Point, Montana

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    11/25

    Pizzelle

    This recipe was adapted from one that my Italian-born mother and grandmother followed. They used old irons on a gas stove, but now we have the convenience of electric pizzelle irons. These delectable cookies are still a traditional treat in our family. —Elizabeth Schwartz, Trevorton, Pennsylvania

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    12/25

    Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

    I'm one of the cooking project leaders for my daughter's 4-H club, where these soft, delicious cookies were a huge hit with the kids. —Marietta Slater, Augusta, Kansas

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    Orange Dreams

    A fellow teacher shared this quick cookie recipe with me. We have several great cooks on our teaching staff, and each of us takes turns bringing special treats to the lounge. These moist, chewy cookies with a pleasant orange flavor are a favorite.—Susan Warren, North Manchester, Indiana

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    Waffle-Iron Cookies

    The recipe for these cookies is the easiest to find in my book because the page is a beautiful mess covered with fingerprints, flour smudges and memories of more than 30 Christmases! I made these with my daughters, and now I make them with my granddaughters. —Judy Taylor, Quarryville, Pennsylvania

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    15/25

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    Butterscotch Toffee Cookies

    With its big butterscotch and chocolate flavor, my cookie stands out. I like to enjoy it with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee. It’s my fallback recipe when I’m short on time and need something delicious fast. —Allie Blinder, Norcross, Georgia

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    16/25

    Butterscotch-Rum Raisin Treats

    I love making rum raisin rice pudding around the holidays. Those flavors inspired this recipe. Crispy rice cereal adds crunch, but nuts, toasted coconut or candied pineapple could do the job, too. —Crystal Schlueter, Northglenn, Colorado

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    Peanut Butter Pretzel Bars

    My secret to these rich no-bake bites? Pretzels in the crust. They add a salty crunch to the classic peanut butter and chocolate pairing. —Jennifer Beckman, Falls Church, Virginia

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    Molasses Cookie Mix

    These spicy, old-fashioned treats are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. For holiday gift giving, I put a batch of this cookie mix in an attractive basket along with the recipe and a festive tea towel. —Barbara Stewart, Portland, Connecticut

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    Cranberry Pecan Cookies

    These are so tasty and simple to prepare! Each delightful little cookie is loaded with cranberries, nuts and vanilla, giving them the taste of a treat that’s been slaved over. —Louise Hawkins, Lubbock, Texas

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    20/25

    Holiday Cornflake Cookies

    I can't seem to make enough of these cornflake wreaths around the holidays. The cookies firm up quickly, so you'll need to place the Red Hots right away. —Kathleen Hedger, Fairview Heights, Illinois

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    Angel Macaroons

    These chewy coconut cookies start with a boxed angel food cake mix. —Renee Schwebach, Dumont, Minnesota

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    Nutty Rice Krispie Cookies

    My mom and I used to prepare these Rice Krispie cookies for Christmas every year. Making them with just the microwave means they're super easy and fun to mix with the kids. —Savanna Chapdelaine, Orlando, Florida

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    Hazelnut Chocolate Chip Pizzelle

    I've experimented with different varieties of pizzelle recipes, but this is definitely a favorite. My dad likes to help make them so that we don't run out!—Aimee McCullen, Youngwood, Pennsylvania

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    Originally Published: January 05, 2022

    Our Quickest Cookie Recipes of All-Time (24)

    Caroline Stanko

    Caroline has been with Taste of Home for the past seven years, working in both print and digital. After starting as an intern for the magazine and special interest publication teams, Caroline was hired as the third-ever digital editor for Taste of Home. Since then, she has researched, written and edited content on just about every topic the site covers, including cooking techniques, buzzy food news, gift guides and many, many recipe collections. Caroline also acts as the editorial lead for video, working with the Test Kitchen, videographers and social media team to produce videos from start to finish.When she’s not tip-tapping on a keyboard, Caroline is probably mixing up a killer cocktail, reading a dog-eared library book or cooking up a multi-course feast (sometimes all at once). Though she technically lives in Milwaukee, there is a 50/50 chance Caroline is in Chicago or southwest Michigan visiting her close-knit family.

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    FAQs

    What is the secret to making good cookies? ›

    The key is to always use top-quality ingredients as they'll result in a better cookie; it really is that simple.
    1. Always use butter.
    2. Choose the right sugar.
    3. Choose the right flour.
    4. Check your flour is in date.
    5. Choose the right kind of chocolate.
    6. Cream the butter and sugar.
    7. Beat in the eggs.
    8. Fold in the flour.

    What is the secret to chewy cookies? ›

    Cornstarch gives the cookies that ultra soft consistency we all love. Plus, it helps keep the cookies beautifully thick. We use the same trick when making shortbread cookies. Egg yolk: Another way to promise a super chewy chocolate chip cookie is to use an extra egg yolk.

    What's the most eaten cookie? ›

    Chocolate Chip Cookies. Is it really any surprise that the most iconic cookie in the US is #1? In fact, when all US states were polled about their most popular cookie, nearly 75% had some variation of the classic chocolate chip.

    What is the number one selling cookie in the world? ›

    The biggest selling cookie in the world is the Oreo, with total sales in excess of 500 billion since its introduction in the US in 1912. Now a favourite in markets across the world, if every Oreo ever made were to be stacked on top of each other the pile would reach to the Moon and back more than six times.

    What is the 1 cookie in the US? ›

    Nearly 93% of all American households serve and enjoy cookies as treats or after meals. However, it's the chocolate chip cookie that's the most popular in the U.S. and around the world. How much do youknow about chocolate chip cookies?

    What is the best flour for cookies? ›

    All-Purpose Flour: The Versatile Choice

    This balanced protein level makes it versatile enough to produce both soft and chewy cookies as well as slightly crisp ones. If you're looking for a safe bet or are new to cookie baking, all-purpose flour is your go-to option.

    What makes cookies taste the best? ›

    When you think cookies, you likely think of sweet ingredients, but salt is essential. It balances the flavor of caramelized sugars. We even love sprinkling a little extra flake salt on our cookies to awaken the tongue and complement the sweetness.

    Is it OK to use melted butter instead of softened? ›

    Softened butter and melted butter are not the same. Using melted butter will change the texture of whatever you're baking. If you only want the butter to soften for spreading, microwave it on the Defrost setting (30%) in 5-second increments until it's softened as desired.

    What does adding cornstarch to cookies do? ›

    As Levy Beranbaum writes in The Baking Bible, replacing a little bit of the flour in the dough with cornstarch results in “a more delicate cookie that is also easier to pipe or push through a cookie press.” Adding cornstarch helps tenderize tough gluten, contributing to a softer cookie dough with a finer crumb after ...

    What is in cowboy cookies? ›

    What's in a Cowboy Cookie? A cowboy cookie is basically a souped-up oatmeal cookie with chocolate chips, roasted pecans, and sweetened flake coconut. Former First Lady Laura Bush's recipe included one tablespoon of cinnamon, a unique addition and not typically included.

    What is America's least favorite cookie? ›

    9 Worst Rated American Cookies
    • Cookie. Fortune Cookie. California. ...
    • Cookie. Graham Cracker. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. ...
    • Cookie. Bizcochito. New Mexico. ...
    • Cookie. Whoopie Pie. Pennsylvania. ...
    • Cookie. Black and White Cookie. New York City. ...
    • Cookie. Oatmeal Cookies. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. ...
    • Cookie. Peanut Butter Cookie. ...
    • Cookie. Moravian Spice Cookies.
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    What is the oldest cookie in the world? ›

    Pizzelles are the oldest known cookie and originated in the mid-section of Italy. They were made many years ago for the “Festival of the Snakes” also known as the “Feast Day of San Domenico” in the village of Colcullo in the Italian region of Abruzzo.

    Who is the rarest cookie? ›

    We nominate Mystic Flour Cookie as the rarest cookies in CRK at the moment, together with Special cookies (Sonic, Tails and the BTS Cookies, which have only been available for a short period) that are also very rare, and it's virtually impossible to obtain them at the moment since they could only be obtained via the ...

    What are the oldest cookies? ›

    Pizzelles, the oldest known waffle cookies, originated in Italy. The name pizzelle is based on the Italian word 'pizze' meaning round and flat, with the ending 'elle' referring to its small size.

    Are hydrox cookies still available? ›

    Hydrox was largely discontinued in 1999, three years after Sunshine was acquired by Keebler, which was later acquired by Kellogg's which in turn sold the cookie line and the rights to the Keebler name to Ferrero SpA. In September 2015, the product was reintroduced by Leaf Brands.

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