15 Fall Cookies You’ll Want to Bake Again

This cookie collection brings a mix of textures, flavors, and seasonal spices—all easy to make and even easier to enjoy. From crisp shortbreads and chewy oat blends to flourless and sugar-free options, there’s something here for every mood and pantry. Whether you love classic shapes or creative combos, these cookies deliver comfort and variety in every bite. Great for snacking, gifting, or filling up a tray fast.

Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies (Only 3 Ingredients)

A close-up of several golden-brown peanut butter cookies with a crisscross fork pattern on top, stacked on a white surface. — Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies (Only 3 Ingredients). Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

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These cookies come together with just peanut butter, sugar, and an egg. They’re soft, chewy, and made quickly in the air fryer. No flour needed, and they bake in minutes. Great when you want a cookie without much fuss.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Peanut Butter Cookies (Only 3 Ingredients)

Almond Crescent Cookies

Several crescent-shaped cookies dusted with powdered sugar are arranged on a surface, with one cookie removed leaving a sugar-dusted outline. — Almond Crescent Cookies. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

These crescent-shaped cookies are buttery, crumbly, and lightly dusted with powdered sugar. Almond flour or ground nuts give them their nutty richness. They’re delicate with a soft texture that melts as you eat. Classic for holidays but good year-round.
Get the Recipe: Almond Crescent Cookies

Apple Cider Shortbread Cookies

A plate of round, white cookies topped with a dusting of cinnamon, displayed on a wooden surface. — Apple Cider Shortbread Cookies. Photo credit: Recipes From Leftovers.

These shortbread cookies get a boost from apple cider, adding a sweet tang to the buttery base. The dough is tender and bakes into crisp-edged rounds. A drizzle of glaze makes them extra special. Fall flavors in a simple, satisfying form.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cider Shortbread Cookies

Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Filling

Carrot cake cookies with cream cheese icing filling. — Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Filling. Photo credit: An Off Grid Life.

Soft carrot-spiced cookies sandwich a smooth, sweet cream cheese filling. Each bite is rich, spiced, and a little tangy. They hold up well and feel like a handheld dessert. A fun spin on traditional cake.
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Cranberry White Chip Cookies

Two halves of a cookie with visible white chocolate chunks and pieces of dried fruit are shown on a light surface. — Cranberry White Chip Cookies. Photo credit: Recipes From Leftovers.

Chewy and sweet, these cookies mix tart dried cranberries with creamy white chocolate chips. The contrast gives every bite a bright pop of flavor. They’re festive and freezer-friendly. Great for cookie swaps or casual snacking.
Get the Recipe: Cranberry White Chip Cookies

Flourless Chocolate Cookies

Three chocolate cookies with chocolate chips and nuts are on a white cloth, with one cookie partially eaten. Scattered chocolate chips, nuts, and a glass of milk are also visible. — Flourless Chocolate Cookies. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

These cookies skip the flour but pack deep chocolate flavor and a chewy, brownie-like texture. A shiny, cracked surface makes them look bakery-worthy. They’re rich without being too heavy. Great for anyone avoiding gluten.
Get the Recipe: Flourless Chocolate Cookies

Melt In Your Mouth Almond Crescent Cookies

A small white bucket with rope handles contains powdered sugar-covered ring cookies, placed on a white plate and white cloth background. — Melt In Your Mouth Almond Crescent Cookies. Photo credit: Tiny Batch Cooking.

A variation of the classic crescent, these cookies are extra tender thanks to finely ground almonds. They crumble gently and are topped with a dusting of sugar. Light, nutty, and nostalgic. Good with tea or coffee.
Get the Recipe: Melt In Your Mouth Almond Crescent Cookies

Pecan Thumbprint Cookies

A hand uses a spoon to fill nut-coated thumbprint cookies with orange jam; several cookies and a ramekin of jam are on a white surface. — Pecan Thumbprint Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These buttery cookies are rolled in chopped pecans and filled with jam or caramel in the center. The nuts toast as they bake, adding flavor and crunch. Each cookie has a soft base and sweet middle. A standout on any cookie plate.
Get the Recipe: Pecan Thumbprint Cookies

Pumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

A pile of chocolate chip cookies on a white cake stand, with more cookies cooling on a wire rack in the background. — Pumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These chewy cookies combine pumpkin puree, oats, and chocolate chips for a hearty, soft bite. They’re lightly spiced and just sweet enough. Perfect for fall but good anytime. They stay soft for days.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Cookies

A stack of four golden brown cookies on a white plate, with one cookie leaning against the stack. — Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Cookies. Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

This twist on the classic snickerdoodle adds pumpkin and spice to the cinnamon sugar-coated dough. The result is soft, pillowy cookies with a warm flavor. They’re easy to make and even easier to eat. A great seasonal update to a favorite.
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Pumpkin Spice Sugar Cookies

Pumpkin-shaped cookies with orange, blue, and yellow icing are cooling on a metal rack. — Pumpkin Spice Sugar Cookies. Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

Traditional sugar cookies get a seasonal makeover with pumpkin and spices. They’re soft, easy to roll, and hold their shape when baked. Glaze or frosting can add even more flair. Ideal for decorating with fall themes.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Spice Sugar Cookies

Pumpkin White Chocolate Chip Cookies

These cookies balance spiced pumpkin dough with creamy white chocolate chips. They bake soft with a little chew in the center. The sweetness of the chips complements the earthy pumpkin. Great for when you want something cozy.
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Spiced Shortbread Cookies

A white rectangular plate with rows of square shortbread cookies on a blue textured tablecloth. A box and two cylindrical containers are visible in the background. — Spiced Shortbread Cookies. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Shortbread meets cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove in these buttery, crisp cookies. They hold their shape well and have a dry, tender bite. Serve plain or dipped in melted chocolate. A solid choice for cold-weather baking.
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Sugar Free Meringue Cookies

A wooden bowl filled with small, white meringue cookies, with additional meringues scattered around on a dark background. — Sugar Free Meringue Cookies. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

These light, crisp cookies use egg whites and a sugar-free sweetener to create an airy texture. They’re crunchy on the outside with a melt-in-your-mouth interior. Flavor them with vanilla or cocoa. Great for low-sugar snacking.
Get the Recipe: Sugar Free Meringue Cookies

Sugar-Free Nutella Cookies

A wire rack with chocolate cookies, two bottles of milk, and yellow flowers on a white surface. — Sugar-Free Nutella Cookies. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

These cookies use a sugar-free chocolate hazelnut spread to deliver rich flavor without added sugar. They’re soft, slightly chewy, and full of chocolatey goodness. Minimal ingredients and quick to bake. Ideal for anyone watching their sugar intake.
Get the Recipe: Sugar-Free Nutella Cookies