18 Easy Cookie Recipes You’ll Actually Want to Bake Every Week

I’m known for going big (some friends would say overboard) when baking cookies for a special occasion, like the holidays. One year I offered a 12-pack selection of ornately decorated cut-out, sandwiched, and dipped festive cookies that almost killed me (not an exaggeration). Unless I’m baking for a party or planning a bake sale, my everyday cookies are almost always quick and easy. By “everyday,” I mean you can easily whip up a batch in about 30 minutes — or better, you can whip up a batch of dough to freeze and bake whenever the mood strikes. Whether you want a wonderful slice-and-bake option like French Shortbread or Buttery Shortbread, we guarantee there is an easy cookie recipe in this collection to satisfy any cookie craving or occasion.