55 Fall cookies so good you’ll want to try every single one
Fall is cookie season, and we are here for it.
There is something about the cooler weather, the changing leaves, and the smell of cinnamon and spices in the kitchen that just makes you want to bake. And bake a lot.
This roundup has 55 of the best fall cookie recipes from some amazing food bloggers with different fall ingredients. Pumpkin cookies, apple cookies, caramel cookies, gingerbread, Halloween treats, and so much more.
From soft and frosted classics to creatively decorated cookies that are almost too pretty to eat, I have made sure to include that there is a little something here for every kind of baker.
So grab your mixing bowl, preheat that oven, and let’s get baking. Fall waits for no one.
Pumpkin Cookies
Pumpkin season only comes once a year, so you might as well make the most of it.
These pumpkin cookies cover everything from soft and frosted classics to cheesecake-stuffed showstoppers and everything in between. There is a little something here for every kind of baker.
Let’s go to the recipes!
1. Pumkin Snickerdoodle Cookies
These pumpkin snickerdoodle cookies from Lane & Grey Fare are soft and chewy with a crispy cinnamon sugar coating – and they happen to be gluten-free, nut-free, eggless, and easily vegan.
A cozy fall twist on a classic cookie that comes together in just one hour.
2. Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies
If you love a good fall cookie with a twist, these pumpkin cheesecake cookies from Pumpkin ‘N Spice are about to become your new autumn obsession.
Soft, fluffy pumpkin cookies are stuffed with a sweet cream cheese center and finished with a dusting of pumpkin pie spice sugar.
Cozy, indulgent, and absolutely irresistible.
3. Pumpkin Breakfast Cookies
These peanut butter pumpkin breakfast cookies from Mae’s Menu are one of those fall baking wins that double as a genuinely good-for-you treat.
Made with pumpkin puree, oats, banana, and peanut butter in just one bowl and under 30 minutes, they are soft, lightly spiced, and packed with protein. Great for busy mornings or an after-school snack.
4. Pumpkin Brownie Cookies
These pumpkin brownie cookies from Lemons N Lyme are fudgy, rich, and deeply chocolatey. It is basically a brownie in cookie form.
Pumpkin puree keeps them moist and lower in fat, while a hint of cinnamon ties in those cozy autumn flavors.
Gluten-free and dairy-free, so they are a great option for anyone baking with dietary restrictions in mind.
5. Chewy Brown Butter Pumpkin Cookies
If you are on the hunt for the ultimate autumn pumpkin cookie, this one from Modern Honey might just be it.
Browned butter brings deep, nutty, toffee-like richness, while a mix of brown sugar, white sugar, and real maple syrup layers in that warm fall depth.
6. Iced Pumpkin Cookies
Soft, pillowy, and drizzled with a simple vanilla glaze, these iced pumpkin cookies from A Taste of Madness are a classic fall cookie done right.
Spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg and ready in just 25 minutes, I think they are the kind of easy autumn bake you will want to make on repeat all season long.
7. Sourdough Pumpkin Maple Cookies
A genius way to use up your sourdough discard this fall!
These sourdough pumpkin maple cookies from Sourdough Brandon are chewy, warmly spiced, and packed with real pumpkin puree, brown butter, and maple syrup.
And then they are rolled in cinnamon sugar before baking; they stay soft and moist for days. This could be a truly special fall treat for sourdough lovers.
8. Chewy Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies
A better-for-you fall cookie that doesn’t skimp on flavor!
These chewy pumpkin oatmeal cookies from The Oregon Dietitian are made with whole wheat pastry flour, coconut sugar, and pumpkin puree for a wholesome fall treat.
Finished with a simple milk glaze, they are thick, warmly spiced, and ready in just 20 minutes of active time.
9. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Soft, warmly spiced, and loaded with chocolate chips in every bite, these pumpkin chocolate chip cookies from Thanksgiving Mommy are a fall baking essential.
The pumpkin puree gives them that irresistibly moist, almost muffin-top texture, while cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger bring all the cozy autumn flavor. Simple pantry ingredients and ready in under 30 minutes!
10. Pumpkin Spice Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Soft, pillowy, and topped with a dreamy swirl of cream cheese frosting, these pumpkin spice cookies from Risa’s Family Kitchen are pure fall comfort on a plate.
Pumpkin pie spice gives them that warm, cozy flavor, and the tangy cream cheese frosting takes them completely over the top.
This recipe makes six dozen cookies, which is perfect for sharing, gifting, or stocking the freezer for the whole season.
11. Crumbl Copycat Pumpkin Pie Cookies
If you love Crumbl cookies and pumpkin pie, this one from Artsy-Fartsy Mama is going to stop you in your tracks.
A thick sugar cookie base is filled with a creamy pumpkin pie mousse and topped with a swirl of fresh whipped cream. It is basically your favorite Thanksgiving dessert in cookie form.
12. Gluten-Free Pumpkin White Chocolate Chip Cookies With Pecans
Chewy, buttery, and loaded with fall flavor, these gluten-free pumpkin white chocolate chip cookies from Rebecca Taig are a must-bake autumn treat.
Toasted brown butter, sweet white chocolate chips, crunchy pecans, and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt come together for a seriously irresistible combination.
13. Pumpkin Coffee Cake Cookies
Two fall favorites collide in one amazing treat!
These pumpkin coffee cake cookies from Homestead How-To have a soft, chewy pumpkin spice cookie base topped with a buttery brown sugar cinnamon streusel and finished with a drizzle of vanilla glaze.
It is cozy, indulgent, and perfect paired with your morning cup of coffee.
14. Amish Pumpkin Cookies
Old-fashioned and absolutely irresistible, these Amish pumpkin cookies from Two Pink Peonies are soft, melt-in-your-mouth, spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, and finished with a simple vanilla glaze.
What I love is that no chill time is needed, and these are ready in under 30 minutes.
Apple Cookies
Apples and fall go hand in hand, and these apple cookie recipes prove just how versatile this season’s favorite fruit can be.
From spiced apple cider cookies to crumble-topped beauties and caramel apple twists, I am sure there is an apple cookie here for every kind of fall baker.
Shall we see the recipes one by one?
15. Frosted Applesauce Cookies
Think of these as your favorite spice cake in individual cookie form!
These frosted applesauce cookies from 24Bite are warmly spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, studded with sweet raisins and crunchy pecans, and finished with a fluffy cream cheese frosting.
16. Chewy Apple Cider Cookies
These chewy apple cider cookies from The Oregon Dietitian taste like a crisp fall day in an apple orchard.
Real apple cider is reduced down into a concentrated syrup, giving each cookie a bright, tangy apple flavor that pairs beautifully with warm cinnamon and brown sugar.
This is made with whole wheat pastry flour and just 9 ingredients. I think they are a wholesome fall cookie you will want to make on repeat all season.
17. Soft and Chewy Apple Oatmeal Cookies
Soft, chewy, and packed with real diced apple in every bite, these apple oatmeal cookies from The Short Order Cook are a classic fall bake done right.
Rolled oats give them that perfectly chewy texture, while nutmeg and vanilla bring out the warm, cozy flavor of the apples.
I would say it is a comforting fall cookie that tastes like apple pie in handheld form.
18. Apple Pie Cookies
These apple pie cookies from Lane & Grey Fare are like mini apple pies you can hold in your hand.
A soft, chewy apple cinnamon cookie base is filled with a homemade brown sugar apple pie filling and finished with an optional buttery graham cracker crumble on top.
This is vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, eggless, and is a showstopper fall cookie that works for almost any dietary need.
19. Cinnamon Apple Crumble Cookies
These cinnamon apple crumble cookies from The Sage Apron are a fall dream in cookie form.
A tender, buttery cinnamon sugar cookie base is filled with a gooey homemade apple pie filling and topped with a toasty oat crumble – basically a bite-sized apple crumble!
20. Turkish Apple Cookies
This is a fun and unique find for your fall cookie search.
These Turkish apple cookies from Cooking Gorgeous, known as elmalı kurabiye, are soft, buttery pastry-style cookies filled with a warm cinnamon apple and walnut filling.
The apples are grated and cooked down until jammy before being wrapped inside the tender dough and baked until just lightly golden.
A beautiful fall bake with a whole different cultural twist.
21. Chewy Caramel Apple Cookies
Soft, chewy, and loaded with real diced apple and gooey caramel bits in every bite, these caramel apple cookies from The Benson Street are a fall baking must.
A warm blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, ginger, and cardamom gives them that deeply spiced fall flavor that makes the whole house “smell like fall”.
I love the fact that these cookies are ready in just 17 minutes from start to finish!
22. Air Fryer Caramel Apple Cookies
Here is a fun fall cookie with a twist!
These air fryer caramel apple cookies from Recipes From A Pantry come together in just 18 minutes and are topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, a drizzle of caramel sauce, and fresh chopped green apple.
All that cozy caramel apple fall flavor with barely any cleanup? I think this is a great option for anyone who loves baking with their air fryer.
23. Soft Apple Spice Cookies
Soft, melt-in-your-mouth, and packed with fall flavor, these apple spice cookies from The Cookin’ Chicks are everything a fall cookie should be.
A cinnamon-spiced sugar cookie base is filled with a warm, gooey homemade apple pie filling and finished with a drizzle of caramel on top.
Think apple pie and a cookie all rolled into one irresistible fall treat!
Cranberry and Orange Cookies
Cranberry and orange are one of those fall flavor combos that just work every single time.
These cookies bring that bright, tangy, festive pairing to life in so many delicious ways. From chewy drop cookies to pretty sliced rounds that look stunning on a fall cookie tray, let’s dive in!
24. Cranberry Walnut Cookies
Crispy, chewy, and impossible to stop at just one, these cranberry walnut cookies from Where Is My Spoon are a fall cookie tray essential.
Rolled oats, tangy dried cranberries, crunchy walnuts, and chunks of white chocolate all come together in one addictive bite, finished with a pretty white chocolate drizzle on top.
This is your simple, no-fuss fall baking recipe that makes a big batch of 50 cookies.
25. Orange Cranberry Pistachio Cookies
Bright, nutty, and bursting with festive fall flavor, these orange cranberry pistachio cookies from The Wholesome Spoon are anything but ordinary.
Fresh orange zest, tart dried cranberries, and crunchy chopped pistachios come together in a soft, chewy cookie that looks as good as it tastes.
There is a healthier twist, too – coconut oil replaces some of the butter for a lighter fall cookie you can feel good about eating.
26. White Chocolate Cranberry Orange Cookies
Soft, chewy, and finished with a bright orange drizzle, these white chocolate cranberry orange cookies from Next Level Baker are a fall and holiday baking dream.
Cream cheese in the dough gives them an extra-rich, tender texture, while fresh orange zest, frozen cranberries, and sweet white chocolate chips create that perfect balance of tart, sweet, and citrusy in every bite.
Pecan and Nut Cookies
Pecans, walnuts, and hazelnuts are fall’s favorite mix-ins for a reason.
They bring that warm, buttery, earthy crunch that pairs perfectly with brown sugar, maple, caramel, and chocolate.
The following nutty fall cookies range from classic pecan pie-inspired treats to elegant hazelnut chocolate chip cookies. There is a little something for every nut lover on your list.
27. Maple Pecan No Bake Cookies
No oven? No problem!
These maple pecan no-bake cookies from Tessie’s Table are a fall treat that comes together with just a handful of pantry ingredients and zero baking required.
Real maple syrup and crunchy pecans are the stars, held together with oats and butter, and finished with a sweet maple glaze drizzle on top.
A quick, foolproof fall cookie that makes 24 and stores beautifully in the fridge all week.
28. Toasted Hazelnut Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies
Rich, nutty, and just a little fancy, these toasted hazelnut dark chocolate chip cookies from Rachel Phipps are a grown-up fall cookie worth every bite.
29. Walnut Cookies
Sometimes the simplest fall cookies are the best ones.
These walnut cookies from Cooking Gorgeous use just four basic ingredients – butter, walnuts, flour, and powdered sugar – and come out with that perfect crisp edge and soft, melt-in-your-mouth center.
30. Butter Pecan Cake Mix Cookies
If you love a shortcut that still delivers big fall flavor, these butter pecan toffee cookies from Semi Homemade Kitchen are for you.
Built on a butter pecan cake mix with crunchy pecans and toffee bits stirred in, they come out soft, chewy, and packed with that warm buttery nuttiness that feels so right in fall.
I think this is one of those recipes you’ll want to keep on repeat all season.
31. Pecan Cookies
These eggless pecan cookies from Magical Ingredients are packed with toasted pecan pieces and gooey caramel bits, and I love that the pecans are toasted first for that extra depth of flavor.
Soft, chewy, and one of those fall cookies that sounds too good to scroll past.
32. Walnut Crescent Cookies
These walnut crescent cookies from Chef’s Pencil are such a lovely addition to a fall cookie tray.
Buttery, soft, and rolled in powdered sugar, they have that delicate melt-in-your-mouth quality I just love in a holiday-style cookie.
Ground walnuts and vanilla give them a warm, nutty flavor that feels so fitting for the season.
33. Pecan Pie Cookies
If you love pecan pie, I think you are really going to love these pecan pie cookies from Small Town Woman.
Buttery cookie cups are filled with a gooey caramel-pecan filling and finished with a drizzle of semi-sweet chocolate.
All that cozy fall flavor of a classic pecan pie, in a handheld cookie form.
34. Butternut Squash Pecan Cookies
Now this one is a little different, and I love it!
These butternut squash pecan cookies from Good Grief Cook are a fun twist on the usual fall cookie, made with real butternut squash puree, pumpkin pie spice, toasty pecans, and a splash of Jack Daniel’s whiskey for a little something extra.
If you are looking for a fall cookie that stands out from the crowd, this is the one.
35. Coconut Pecan Cookies with Brown Butter
Brown butter, shredded coconut, and toasted pecans in one chewy cookie. This one from Kneaded is such a fun fall baking project.
The brown butter gives it that deep, nutty richness that pairs so well with the coconut and pecan combo. If you love German chocolate cake, you are going to find this one very hard to resist.
Snickerdoodle, Chai & Cinnamon Cookies
If there is one thing that says fall baking more than anything else, it is the smell of cinnamon and warm spices filling the kitchen.
This section is all about that cozy, spiced goodness.
From classic snickerdoodles rolled in cinnamon sugar to chai-spiced cookies that feel like your favorite fall latte in cookie form, think you are going to want to bake all of them.
36. Eggless Snickerdoodle Cookies
A classic fall cookie with a great twist.
These eggless snickerdoodle cookies from Baked Abundance are soft, chewy, and rolled in cinnamon sugar, just like a traditional snickerdoodle but without the eggs.
I love that they are also easily made vegan with a simple butter swap. A great fall baking option for anyone with dietary restrictions.
37. Cinnamon Roll Cookies
If you love cinnamon rolls but want something a little quicker to pull together, I think these cinnamon roll cookies from Sugar Pursuit are going to be your new fall obsession.
Soft, buttery cookie dough is swirled with a warm cinnamon brown sugar filling and finished with a sweet vanilla icing drizzle on top. All that cozy cinnamon roll flavor in a handheld fall cookie.
38. Taylor Swift chai cookies
These Taylor Swift chai cookies from Christina’s Cucina are soft, lightly spiced with chai, cinnamon, and vanilla, and finished with a sweet cinnamon glaze on top.
And do you know what the fun part is?
Taylor Swift herself shared this recipe and reportedly made them in bulk for her 1989 Secret Sessions. A fall cookie with a seriously cool story behind it.
39. Cinnamon Shortbread Cookies (Vegan)
Think shortbread meets snickerdoodle, and you are pretty much halfway there with these vegan cinnamon shortbread cookies from Inspired Epicurean.
Buttery, warmly spiced, and coated in a cinnamon sugar topping, they are a lovely addition to any fall cookie tray. They are dairy-free, egg-free, and easy to make into fun shapes too.
40. Healthy Sweet Potato Snickerdoodle Cookies
A wholesome fall cookie that feels like a treat without the guilt!
These vegan sweet potato snickerdoodle cookies from Fit Mama Real Food are made with real mashed sweet potato, almond flour, and whole wheat flour, then rolled in a cinnamon sugar coating.
Naturally sweetened and dairy-free, this is a great fall baking option for the whole family.
41. Cinnamon Chocolate Cookies
Think snickerdoodle meets rich dark chocolate. These cinnamon chocolate cookies from Lane & Grey Fare are soft, pillowy on the inside, and coated in a crunchy cinnamon sugar exterior.
Gluten-free, nut-free, eggless, and easily vegan, they are a fall cookie that works for just about everyone at the table.
42. Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookies with Streusel Topping
These cinnamon oatmeal cookies with streusel from The Glucose Gourmet are basically a coffee cake and a cookie rolled into one cozy fall treat.
Made with old-fashioned oats, warm cinnamon, and brown sugar, they are the kind of fall cookie that makes the whole kitchen smell amazing.
43. Chai Snickerdoodle Cookies
These chai snickerdoodle cookies from Savvy Mama Lifestyle sound like a fall cookie dream.
These cookies are rolled in a chai sugar coating and packed with cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, allspice, cloves, and nutmeg – basically every cozy spice you love in a fall latte.
Gingerbread & Molasses Cookies
The warm, spicy aroma of gingerbread and molasses filling the kitchen screams “fall is here,” and here we have some recipes to give you those fall vibes.
44. Molasses Cookies
Deeply spiced and finished with a gorgeous brown butter glaze, these molasses cookies from Sugar Pursuit are a fall baking standout.
Rich molasses, brown sugar, and vanilla come together in a soft, chewy cookie with a nutty, caramel-like depth, and I think that brown butter glaze is what really sets this one apart from your average molasses cookie.
45. Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies
Soft, chewy, and rolled in powdered sugar for that gorgeous crinkled top, these gingerbread crinkle cookies from Next Level Baker are a fall and holiday baking classic.
I love that this one starts with a cake mix. Sometimes the easiest recipes are the best ones.
46. Gluten-free Ginger Cookies
Warmly spiced with ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, these gluten-free ginger cookies from Whole New Mom are a fall cookie that works for so many different dietary needs – sugar-free, dairy-free, and easily vegan too.
Made with molasses and a low-carb sweetener, they bake up soft and chewy with that classic crackly top. This is a great one to bookmark for fall cookie trays when you have guests with dietary restrictions.
47. Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies
Bold, spiced, and deeply cozy, these chewy ginger molasses cookies from My Rad Kitchen are loaded with cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice in every bite.
Soft in the center with lightly crisp edges, they are the kind of fall cookie that pairs perfectly with a hot cup of tea on a chilly afternoon.
Halloween Cookies
Halloween baking is just a whole different kind of fun!
These spooky, cute, and creative Halloween cookies are perfect for parties, trick-or-treat nights, and school bake sales.
From adorable ghost cookies to creepy bat designs and candy corn creations, this section has all the fall cookie inspiration you need to get into the Halloween spirit.
48. Vegan Pumpkin Spice Mummy Cookies
Spooky, cute, and surprisingly wholesome, these vegan pumpkin spice mummy cookies from The Sprinkled Cakery are a Halloween baking project the whole family can get involved in.
They are decorated with creamy cashew frosting piped into mummy bandages and finished with candy eyes.
I love that they are gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free – a Halloween fall cookie that feels just as good as it looks.
49. Oreo Style Bat Cookies
If you love Oreos, these bat-shaped chocolate sandwich cookies from Caroline’s Easy Baking Lessons are such a fun Halloween cookie project.
Rich homemade chocolate cookies are cut into spooky bat shapes, filled with a creamy vanilla clarified butter filling, and finished with little candy eyes.
A great one to make with kids for a Halloween party or trick-or-treat night.
50. Candy Corn Halloween Pinwheel Cookies
These candy corn Halloween pinwheel cookies from Rose Bakes are such a fun and creative fall cookie idea.
Sugar cookie dough is divided into three portions and colored yellow, orange, and white -the classic candy corn colors – then rolled into a pinwheel log and sliced into the prettiest swirled rounds.
I think this would be a great Halloween baking project to do with kids!
51. Ghost cookies
These adorable ghost sugar cookies from Eating on a Dime are a Halloween classic that kids absolutely love.
Soft, buttery sugar cookies are cut into ghost shapes and decorated with royal icing in white, black, green, purple, and gold.
I think the colorful details are what make these really stand out on a Halloween cookie tray. This is surely a fun fall baking project the whole family can do together.
52. Halloween Savoury Bat Cookies
This is not your average Halloween cookie!
These savoury bat cookies from Caroline’s Easy Baking Lessons are a Halloween fall baking idea like no other.
Based on a traditional Turkish salty biscuit called Tuzlu Kurabiye, the dough is cut into spooky bat shapes, topped with seeds like sesame or nigella, and baked until golden.
Perfect for serving alongside cheese or dip at a Halloween party – a fun savory twist on the usual sweet fall cookie spread.
53. Candy Corn Cookies
Triple chocolate and candy corn in one Halloween cookie. These candy corn cookies from Budget Delicious are a fun and festive fall treat.
Built on a chocolate cake mix shortcut and loaded with peanut butter chips, chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, and classic candy corn, they are a great one to whip up for a Halloween party without spending hours in the kitchen.
54. Pumpkin Monster Cookies
Pumpkin, peanut butter, warm fall spices, and M&Ms all in one cookie – these pumpkin monster cookies from Liv’s Little Muffins are a fun Halloween fall baking project the whole family will love.
Gluten-free and loaded with oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger, they are festive enough for Halloween but cozy enough to enjoy all fall long.
And, I love the idea of sorting out the fall-colored M&Ms from a regular bag for that extra seasonal touch!
55. Black Bat Halloween Sugar Cookies
Dramatic, spooky, and so much fun to decorate, these black bat Halloween sugar cookies from We Eat At Last are made with black cocoa powder for that deep, striking color that looks incredible on a Halloween cookie tray.
And then it is finished with black royal icing, candy eyes, and black sprinkles. I think these are a Halloween fall baking project worth every bit of effort.
Final Thoughts
And there you have it. 55 fall cookies to keep your oven busy all season long!
From classic pumpkin spice to creative Halloween treats and everything in between, I hope this roundup has given you plenty of baking inspiration.
Baking for a Halloween party, a Thanksgiving cookie tray, baking with family, or just a simple weekend at home – there is a fall cookie in this list for every occasion and every kind of baker.
I would love to know which one you try first – drop a comment below and let me know!
Happy fall baking!
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Thank you so much for featuring my Oreo-style Bat Cookies! Hoping your readers will love them as much as we do!
Hi Caro!
You’re so welcome! Your Oreo-style Bat Cookies look absolutely adorable, and I’m sure our readers will love them too.😊
I also checked out your website. It looks amazing, with beautiful photos and recipes.
Thanks for letting us feature your recipe!