Thanksgiving isn’t just about turkey and pies—it’s also the perfect time for cookies. I’ve found that while everyone expects pumpkin pie or pecan tart, it’s the unexpected tray of cookies that gets people talking (and sneaking back for seconds).
Over the years, I’ve baked everything from spiced ginger cookies to chewy cranberry creations, and they’ve become one of my favorite ways to bring a little variety to the dessert table.
They’re easy to make ahead, fun to decorate, and always a hit with both kids and adults. That’s why I’ve rounded up 15 of the best Thanksgiving cookie recipes—treats that balance cozy fall flavors with festive flair.
Whether you’re looking for something classic, creative, or simply irresistible, these cookies will make your holiday spread even sweeter.
Coconut Pecan Cookies With Brown Butter
These brown butter coconut pecan cookies are perfectly chewy with slightly crisp edges and a balanced combination of coconut and pecan.
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Cherry Pie Cookies are a bite-sized version of the summer dessert!
Cherry pie…in handheld form! These cherry pie cookies are a delicious bite-size version of the classic summer treat!
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Keto Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Soft, chewy Keto Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are full of fall flavor without all the carbs! A delicious combination of pumpkin spice and chocolate!
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Pumpkin Pie Dip with Homemade Ginger Snap Cookies
Pumpkin Pie Dip with homemade Ginger Snaps is the perfect fall combination. Great appetizer or dessert recipe for parties and special holiday occasions.
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Chocolate Chip Butterscotch Cookies (Grandma’s Recipe) – Cooking Up Memories
These chocolate chip butterscotch cookies with pecans are soft, chewy, crispy, and loaded with chocolatey goodness.
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Eggless Snickerdoodle Cookies
These eggless snickerdoodles are everything you want in a snickerdoodle cookie, just without eggs! Rolled in cinnamon sugar and soft and chewy!
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Cinnamon Roll Cookies Recipe – Evolving Table
This Cinnamon Roll Cookie recipe is a family favorite for the holidays that we have been testing and perfecting for over a decade!
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Brown Butter Pecan Spice Cookies – Hey, Snickerdoodle!
These Brown Butter Pecan Spice Cookies are filled with pecan pieces, nutty brown butter and just a hint of cinnamon and cloves.
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Homemade Biscottini
The easiest cookies to make on earth – biscottini with dried fruits and nuts, an easy recipe for any beginner in the kitchen.
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Chocolate Cherry Cookies Recipe – Chef’s Pencil
Cookies are never missing from our home. Whether it’s chocolate chip cookies, meringue cookies, almond scones or more cookies, something is always baking.
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Pumpkin Pie Cookies – Live to Sweet
These Pumpkin Pie Cookies are cinnamon sugar cookie cups filled with pumpkin filling and topped with whipped cream!
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Best White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies – CopyKat Recipes
White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies with pecans are buttery, chewy, and soft. Get the easy recipe to make the best cookies with cranberries.
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Oatmeal Pumpkin Cookies
These soft and chewy oatmeal pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are full of fall flavor and easy to make—no mixer needed!
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Salted Caramel Snickerdoodles
Salted Caramel Snickerdoodle Cookies are soft, chewy, and loaded with deliciousness. Perfect for caramel lovers!
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Apple Cookies (With Caramel)
Soft and mildly sweet, these apple cookies envelop your tastebuds in warmth and happiness. Perfect for fall parties.
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