autumn cookies

There’s something about a cool, crisp day that just makes you want to turn on the oven.

It’s the PERFECT excuse to fill your whole house with the warm, cozy smell of fresh-baked cookies.

This is the season for the BEST flavors—think warm spices, rich caramel, and all things pumpkin.

I put together a list of my favorite autumn cookies to get you inspired.

You’ll find everything from super simple recipes to ones that look a little more special.

There’s truly something here for any fall mood or occasion.

Let’s dive into all the delicious options.

1. Indian Corn Nutter Butter Cookies

Indian Corn Nutter Butter Cookies

Enjoy making Indian Corn Nutter Butter Cookies for a fun seasonal treat.

These colorful cookies are crafted with Nutter Butters, making them look just like beautiful fall corn cobs.

They’re perfect for any harvest gathering.

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2. Vegan Cranberry Cookies with Almond Flour

Vegan Cranberry Cookies with Almond Flour

Enjoy these festive Vegan Cranberry Cookies with Almond Flour, perfect for any holiday gathering. These delightful cranberry cookies feature a wonderfully crispy outside and a delightfully chewy center.

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3. Keto Oatmeal Cream Pie Cookies

Keto Oatmeal Cream Pie Cookies

Savor the delicious taste of Keto Oatmeal Cream Pie Cookies, a fantastic low-carb twist on a classic favorite. These soft keto oatmeal cookies are perfectly filled with a luscious, creamy center. Get ready to enjoy a nostalgic treat that’s even better than the original oatmeal cream pies.

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4. Chocolate Chip and Pecan Cookies

Chocolate Chip and Pecan Cookies

Chocolate Chip and Pecan Cookies are a delightful classic with a delicious nutty twist.

Each soft and chewy bite is loaded with plenty of chocolate and savory pecans.

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5. Halloween Sugar Cookies

Halloween Sugar Cookies

Halloween Sugar Cookies are the perfect way to add a festive touch to your spooky celebrations. These delicious treats are incredibly fun to decorate, making them a hit with everyone. Enjoy creating these delightful cookies for a memorable holiday experience.

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6. Pumpkin Cookies

Pumpkin Cookies

These soft and chewy Pumpkin Cookies are warmly spiced for the perfect fall treat.

Topped with creamy cream cheese frosting, these delightful pumpkin cookies can even be made gluten-free.

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7. Holiday Recipe Exchange | Pumpkin Molasses Cookies

Holiday Recipe Exchange | Pumpkin Molasses Cookies

These delightful Pumpkin Molasses Cookies are a must-bake for your next holiday gathering. Each bite offers the perfect balance of warm pumpkin spice and rich molasses, creating a soft and chewy texture. They are an inviting addition to any Holiday Recipe Exchange.

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8. Pecan Sandies

Pecan Sandies

Pecan Sandies are a classic treat that truly melt in your mouth.

This pecan sandies recipe is packed with crunchy, toasted pecans for a delightful texture.

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9. Healthy Carrot Breakfast Cookies

Healthy Carrot Breakfast Cookies

Savor the delightful taste of carrot cake in these Healthy Carrot Breakfast Cookies.

Soft and chewy, these wholesome carrot oat cookies are packed with fresh shredded carrot, whole grain oats, and warm spices.

They are the perfect, healthy start to your day.

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10. Soft Gingerbread Cookies

Soft Gingerbread Cookies

Soft Gingerbread Cookies are a delightful treat, unlike any gingerbread you’ve tried before.

These wonderfully soft cookies combine the tenderness of a sugar cookie with the rich flavor of a gingerbread snack cake.

Enjoy a truly unique take on classic gingerbread.

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11. Applesauce Cookie Recipe

Applesauce Cookie Recipe

This Applesauce Cookie Recipe delivers wonderfully soft and moist cookies.

They make a delicious sweet snack that’s also a healthier choice.

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12. Molasses Cookies

Molasses Cookies

Savor the rich, comforting taste of these classic Molasses Cookies.

These are the ultimate chewy Molasses Cookies, offering a perfectly soft texture in every bite.

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13. Iced Molasses Cookies

Iced Molasses Cookies

Iced Molasses Cookies offer a comforting blend of warm spices.

These delightful Molasses Cookies include a hint of orange juice and are finished with sweet vanilla icing.

They are a perfect treat to enjoy anytime.

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14. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

These Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are baked to soft, chewy perfection, blending sweet pumpkin puree with rich chocolate chips and warm pumpkin pie spice. You’ll find these soft pumpkin chocolate chip cookies to be an amazing, flavorful treat, perfect for enjoying this fall.

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15. Soft Ginger Cookies

Soft Ginger Cookies

Soft Ginger Cookies offer the perfect blend of warmth and sweetness. Each bite delivers that comforting ginger spice with a delightfully chewy texture. These classic cookies are sure to become a beloved treat.

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16. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Pudding Cookies

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Pudding Cookies

Enjoy the soft, chewy delight of Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Pudding Cookies.

These irresistible Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are packed with warm fall flavors and sweet chocolate chips.

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17. Caramel Apple Cookie Recipe

Caramel Apple Cookie Recipe

Enjoy the delightful taste of fall with these Caramel Apple Cookies.

This easy, mess-free recipe features apple spiced cookie dough generously stuffed with gooey caramel.

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18. Easy Cinnamon Coffee Cake Cookies

Easy Cinnamon Coffee Cake Cookies

Enjoy all the delicious flavors and textures of traditional coffee cake in these amazing cookies. Easy Cinnamon Coffee Cake Cookies make it incredibly simple, starting with a convenient cake mix.

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19. Gingerbread Whoopie Pies

Gingerbread Whoopie Pies

Gingerbread Whoopie Pies are the perfect holiday treat, offering a burst of festive flavor in every bite. These delightful gingerbread desserts feature spicy gingerbread cake perfectly balanced by a rich, creamy cream cheese filling.

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20. Butter Pecan Cookies

Butter Pecan Cookies

Butter Pecan Cookies are wonderfully crisp and sweet, filled with rich buttery flavor and plenty of pecans.

This egg-free treat is a perfect low carb and sugar free bite, making it an ideal choice for a guilt-free indulgence.

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21. Tahini Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Tahini Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Tahini Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are wonderfully chewy, moist, and soft.

These delightful cookies blend rich pumpkin with warming cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, all beautifully enhanced by a hint of tahini.

They’re truly the perfect fall cookie.

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22. Butter Pecan Cookies

Butter Pecan Cookies

Butter Pecan Cookies deliver delightful notes of browned butter and a satisfying crunch from toasted pecans.

This amazing recipe results in a lightly crisp, chewy, melt-in-your-mouth texture that’s simply crave-worthy.

Get ready to enjoy your new favorite Butter Pecan Cookies.

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23. Spiced Ginger Cookies

Spiced Ginger Cookies

These Spiced Ginger Cookies are sweet, soft, and wonderfully chewy, bursting with warming spices and a hint of molasses.

This chewy ginger cookies recipe is a true delight for ginger lovers, perfect for your holiday baking.

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24. Gingersnap Cookies

Gingersnap Cookies

Gingersnap Cookies are perfectly crisp and full of delicious ginger flavor. These easy-to-make gingersnaps are a wonderful addition to any holiday cookie platter.

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25. Brown Butter Sourdough Discard Maple Cookies

Brown Butter Sourdough Discard Maple Cookies

Enjoy the rich flavors of Brown Butter Sourdough Discard Maple Cookies, a fantastic way to use your extra sourdough discard.

These brown butter cookies are topped with a scrumptious maple glaze, perfect for a cozy fall day.

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26. Soft and Chewy Pumpkin White Chocolate Chip Cookies

Soft and Chewy Pumpkin White Chocolate Chip Cookies

Get ready to enjoy our Soft and Chewy Pumpkin White Chocolate Chip Cookies.

These delightful pumpkin white chocolate chip cookies are packed with flavor, making them the perfect fall treat.

They are sure to be a beloved hit at any gathering.

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27. Chai Spice Snickerdoodle Cookies

Chai Spice Snickerdoodle Cookies

Enjoy these Chai Spice Snickerdoodle Cookies, where classic snickerdoodle dough meets a fragrant chai spice blend.

They bake up soft, chewy, and absolutely delicious, making these chai snickerdoodles a perfect treat.

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28. Date Cookies

Date Cookies

These delightful Date Cookies are perfect for any occasion.

Enjoy these soft, cinnamon-spiced date filled cookies, packed with pecans, as a sweet treat.

They’re especially wonderful for holidays or as special Eid cookies.

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29. Frosted Pumpkin Cookies

Frosted Pumpkin Cookies

Frosted Pumpkin Cookies are a soft and spiced delight, perfect for a cozy fall treat.

These quick cake mix cookies are topped with a tangy cream cheese frosting that always hits the spot.

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