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31 Nut-Free Cookies Every Guest Can Enjoy

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Sprinkle Sandwich Cookies
Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall
Cookies are the perfect punctuation any dessert spread; whether it's a birthday party or a holiday event, these round, sugary treats simply can't be beat. Whlie we love the crunch of a nut-filled cookie, it's important to keep allergies in mind when planning for guests. Since it can be difficult for partygoers to tell if a cookie has nuts, as oats and chocolate chips can easily resemble peanuts, it's best to play things safe by baking treats without nuts at all. To keep you away from pecans, walnuts, we collected cookie recipes that are simply irresistible and nut-free. We might be biased, but decadent Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies and zesty Lemon Thumbprint Cookies belong at any and every dessert spread. If you simply need nuts to complete a tasty dessert, stash a bowl of crushed pecans in the corner for guests to sprinkle over their cookies if they feel so inclined.
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Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Recipe: Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

To make these one-of-a-kind cookies, brown the butter before getting started.

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Cheesecake Cookies

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Recipe: Cheesecake Cookies

These bite-sized cheesecake cookies have a cherry fruity finish.

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Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

All-Time Favorite Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Recipe: Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

The best-ever chocolate chip cookies include oats and flaky sea salt.

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Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies

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Recipe: Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies

These vibrant red cookies begin with just a box of red velvet cake mix.

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Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
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Recipe: Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

Everything you love about brownies packed into a double chocolate cookie.

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Coconut Cookies

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Recipe: Coconut Cookies

These coconut cookies are toasted to perfection and taste nutty but are nut-free guranteed.

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Lemon Thumbprint Cookies

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Recipe: Lemon Thumbprint Cookies

The perfect combination of sweet and tangy, these fruity cookies belong at your cookie swap.

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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Recipe: Easy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

The addition of pumpkin makes these chocolate chip cookies even more tender.

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Chocolate Sugar Cookie Bars

Dog Chocolate Sugar Cookies
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Recipe: Chocolate Sugar Cookie Bars

These chocolate cookie bars easily resemble cake but are bite-size and mess-free.

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Sprinkle Sandwich Cookies

Sprinkle Sandwich Cookies
Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

Recipe: Sprinkle Sandwich Cookies

These colorful funfetti-like cookies bring all the joy to the holidays.

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Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies

Dog Chocolate Sugar Cookies
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Recipe: Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies

Guaranteed to satisfy every cookie craving—these rich chocolate cookies are topped with broiled marshmallows.

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Butterscotch Cookies

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Recipe: Butterscotch Cookies

Caramelized goodness in every bite of these Butterscotch Cookies is guaranteed.

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Brown Sugar Cookie Stars

Brown Sugar Cookie Stars
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Recipe: Brown Sugar Cookie Stars

These sparkly sugar cookies know how to shine. The secret to richer sugar cookies is the addition of brown sugar.

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Copycat Berger Cookies

Berger Cookies
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Recipe: Copycat Berger Cookies

Rich chocolate icing delicately tops these these cake-like cookies to really sets them apart from the ordinary cookie lineup.

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Chocolate-Peppermint Swirl Sandwich Cookies

Dog Chocolate Sugar Cookies
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Recipe: Chocolate-Peppermint Swirl Sandwich Cookies

Chocolate sugar cookies bind oh-so beautifully to minty frosting to create tasty cookie sandwiches.

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Cranberry-Orange Butter Cookies

Cranberry-Orange Butter Cookies
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Recipe: Cranberry-Orange Butter Cookies

Dried cranberries and orange zest make these butter cookies fruity and festive.

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Dark Chocolate-Ginger-Molasses Cookies

Dark Chocolate-Ginger-Molasses Cookies
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Recipe: Dark Chocolate-Ginger-Molasses Cookies

We transformed the classic ginger cookie into a chocolate lover’s dream.

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No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
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Recipe: No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

No-bake, no-problem! These easy, buttery cookies only require 15-minutes of hands on time.

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Grandma's Chocolate Drop Cookies

Grandma's Chocolate Drop Cookies
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Recipe: Grandma's Chocolate Drop Cookies

Nuts are entirely optional for these decadent chocolate cookies.

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Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies

Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Recipe: Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies

Dark chocolate makes its stunning debut in these simple chocolate chip cookies.

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Raspberry Jam Thumbprints

Coconut Thumbprints
Credit: Iain Bagwell

Recipe: Raspberry Jam Thumbprints

These irresistible treats deserve a spot on any dessert spread. Feel free to substitute in any berry jam.

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Chocolate Ganache Thumbprints with Crushed Peppermints

Coconut Thumbprints
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Recipe: Chocolate Ganache Thumbprint Cookies with Crushed Peppermints

We redesigned thumbprint cookies and filled them with decadent chocolate ganache.

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Miss Iona's Shortbread Cookies

Miss Iona's Shortbread Cookies
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Recipe: Miss Iona's Shortbread Cookies

These angelic cookies are buttery, sweet, and perfect for Christmas.

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Chocolate Chip Cherry Cookies

Chocolate Chip Cherry Cookies
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Recipe: Chocolate Chip Cherry Cookies

Chocolate chips and dried cherries make a heavenly combination.

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Snowflake Sugar Cookies

Snowflake Sugar Cookies
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Recipe: Snowflake Sugar Cookies

These intricately designed sugar cookies are sure to impress guests this holiday season.

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Red Velvet Crackle Sandwich Cookies

Red Velvet Crackle Sandwich Cookies
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Recipe: Red Velvet Crackle Sandwich Cookies

Bite-sized and oh-so festive, these red velvet cookies will shine on any dessert spread.

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Lemony Sandwich Cookies

Lemony Sandwich Cookies
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Recipe: Lemony Sandwich Cookies

This energizing citrus cookie is the perfect light and sweet fix.

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Caramel-Stuffed Ginger Cookies

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Recipe: Caramel-Stuffed Ginger Cookies

Pockets of ooey-gooey caramel are in every bite of these ginger cookies.

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No-Bake Salted Dark Chocolate Cookie Bars

No-Bake Salted Dark Chocolate Cookie Bars
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Recipe: No-Bake Salted Dark Chocolate Cookie Bars

Pair these rich chocolate cookies alongside a cup of coffee.

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Deep-Dish Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie

Deep-Dish Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie
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Recipe: Deep-Dish Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie

For a crispy outside and a gooey inside, use a skillet to bake your chocolate chip cookies.

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Belgian Spice Cookies

Belgian Spice Cookies
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Recipe: Belgian Spice Cookies

Nothing puts us more in the holiday spirit than spice-flavored cookies.

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    1 of 31 Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
    2 of 31 Cheesecake Cookies
    3 of 31 Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
    4 of 31 Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies
    5 of 31 Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
    6 of 31 Coconut Cookies
    7 of 31 Lemon Thumbprint Cookies
    8 of 31 Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
    9 of 31 Chocolate Sugar Cookie Bars
    10 of 31 Sprinkle Sandwich Cookies
    11 of 31 Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies
    12 of 31 Butterscotch Cookies
    13 of 31 Brown Sugar Cookie Stars
    14 of 31 Copycat Berger Cookies
    15 of 31 Chocolate-Peppermint Swirl Sandwich Cookies
    16 of 31 Cranberry-Orange Butter Cookies
    17 of 31 Dark Chocolate-Ginger-Molasses Cookies
    18 of 31 No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
    19 of 31 Grandma's Chocolate Drop Cookies
    20 of 31 Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies
    21 of 31 Raspberry Jam Thumbprints
    22 of 31 Chocolate Ganache Thumbprints with Crushed Peppermints
    23 of 31 Miss Iona's Shortbread Cookies
    24 of 31 Chocolate Chip Cherry Cookies
    25 of 31 Snowflake Sugar Cookies
    26 of 31 Red Velvet Crackle Sandwich Cookies
    27 of 31 Lemony Sandwich Cookies
    28 of 31 Caramel-Stuffed Ginger Cookies
    29 of 31 No-Bake Salted Dark Chocolate Cookie Bars
    30 of 31 Deep-Dish Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie
    31 of 31 Belgian Spice Cookies

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