When it comes to cookies, there are two camps: crispy and chewy. For all those who love soft and chewy cookies, we've got you covered with our most indulgent recipes.
45 Recipes for Soft, Chewy Cookies You Need to Try
Giant Molasses Cookies
My family always requests these soft molasses cookies. These chewy cookies are also perfect for shipping as holiday gifts or to troops overseas. —Kristine Chayes, Smithtown, New York
You’ll win hearts—and maybe a ring—with this recipe for Marry Me cookies. It’s loaded with two kinds of chocolate!
Whoopie Pies
“These soft, moist little treats have been a favorite of mine for many years,” relates Ruth Ann Stelfox of Raymond, Alberta. “They’re deliciously different.”Honey-Peanut Butter Cookies
When my husband wants a treat, he requests these chewy peanut butter honey cookies. —Lucile Proctor, Panguitch, UtahBig Soft Ginger Cookies
These ginger cookies are soft, easy to make and loaded with the flavors of fall.Carrot Cookie Bites
This recipe is a longtime family favorite. The cookies are soft and delicious, and the aroma while baking is absolutely irresistible! I'm always being asked for the recipe. —Jeanie Petrik, Greensburg, KentuckyCheck out these delicious drop cookie recipes.
Also, try making Giada De Laurentiis’ lemon ricotta cookies. And don’t forget to take a look at our collection of the best cookie recipes.
Ginger S'mores
I’ve spent a few years perfecting this recipe to get the cookie soft and full of flavor and to balance the marshmallow and chocolate without overpowering the cookie. I think I finally got it where I want it! —Lynsay Benson, Minnetonka, MinnesotaPumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
I’m one of the cooking project leaders for my daughter’s 4-H club, where these soft, delicious fall cookies were a great hit with the kids. —Marietta Slater, Augusta, KansasAlso check out these different types of chocolate chip cookies you’re not baking (yet!)
Soft Honey Cookies
These old-fashioned honey cookies have a subtle honey-cinnamon flavor and a tender texture. This recipe has been a favorite in my family for years and now it can be one at your house, too. —Rochelle Friedman, Brooklyn, New YorkCinnamon Oatmeal Cookies
My family loves these big old-fashioned cinnamon oatmeal cookies. They’re crisp, yet still chewy in the center, and the cinnamon makes them a little different from typical oatmeal cookies.By the way, cookies don’t need to be the final product of a recipe to stand out. Check out these creative ways to eat cookies.
Chocolate Cherry Cookies
When you want chocolate and tangy cherries, make these chocolate cherry chunk cookies. A thick cookie base studded with rich chocolate chunks and dried cherries is a satisfying snack or dessert.Tiramisu Cookies
These tiramisu cookies bring out the delicious flavors of tiramisu, sandwich-style. Pack these treats in a decorative container for an easy edible hostess gift. —Taste of Home Test KitchenWhole Wheat Snickerdoodles
These soft, chewy cookies make a super snack any time of year. Their light cinnamon-sugar flavor is the perfect complement to a cold glass of milk. —Jana Horsfall, Garden City, KansasWhile you’re at it, check out these tips on how to use cookie cutters.
Ginger Creme Sandwich Cookies
With a lemony filling, these spiced cookies go over big because they have old-fashioned, comfort-food appeal. Your party guests will snatch them up! – Carol Walston, Granbury, TexasCoconut Macaroons
These crunchy, golden and chewy coconut macaroons are ideal for their simplicity and texture, and you can have this treat on the table in 30 minutes or less.Also, explore Ina Garten’s apple pie bar recipe for a heavenly culinary experience!