Cookies Easy Recipes for Busy Moms https://balancingmotherhood.com/category/cookies/ Easy recipes for busy families. Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:22:03 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://balancingmotherhood.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/favicon-96x96.png Cookies Easy Recipes for Busy Moms https://balancingmotherhood.com/category/cookies/ 32 32 Cosmic Cookies https://balancingmotherhood.com/cosmic-cookies/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/cosmic-cookies/#respond Thu, 30 Jul 2026 04:01:00 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=70260 My Cosmic Cookies taste just like a Little Debbie brownie, and my kids ask for them all the time. With one bowl and simple pantry ingredients, they come together in under 30 minutes and always turn out fudgy in the middle with perfectly set edges. Cosmic Cookie Recipe A while back, I shared my Homemade...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/cosmic-cookies/feed/ 0 Church Window Cookies (No Bake) https://balancingmotherhood.com/church-window-cookies/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/church-window-cookies/#respond Thu, 27 Nov 2025 05:01:00 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=64905 My Church Window Cookies are a nostalgic no-bake treat, and my method guarantees flawless results every time. In 15 minutes, you’ll have a batch mixed and ready to chill. Each slice sets up with smooth chocolate, a light coconut edge, and soft marshmallows that create the signature stained-glass look. There’s no baking, no guesswork, just...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/church-window-cookies/feed/ 0 Christmas Sugar Cookies with Frosting (No Spread!) https://balancingmotherhood.com/christmas-sugar-cookies/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/christmas-sugar-cookies/#respond Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:22:12 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=64776 I’ve spent years perfecting this Christmas Sugar Cookies recipe so they bake up soft, chewy, and perfectly shaped every time. Thanks to a touch of cream cheese, these cookies are tender and rich, with no spreading and no hard edges. These easy, from-scratch cookies are a festive holiday favorite that everyone loves. Christmas Sugar Cookies...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/christmas-sugar-cookies/feed/ 0 Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies https://balancingmotherhood.com/maraschino-cherry-chocolate-chip-cookies/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/maraschino-cherry-chocolate-chip-cookies/#respond Fri, 06 Dec 2024 16:48:01 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=56464 Our Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies are the best you’ll ever bake. We’ve tested and perfected this recipe to make sure it’s completely foolproof, delivering flawless results every single time. These cookies are sweet and buttery, packed with juicy cherries and rich, melty chocolate chips in every bite. With their vibrant pink color, soft and...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/maraschino-cherry-chocolate-chip-cookies/feed/ 0 5 Christmas Cookie Recipes So Good, You’ll Want to Bake Them Today! https://balancingmotherhood.com/5-christmas-cookie-recipes-so-good-youll-want-to-bake-them-today/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/5-christmas-cookie-recipes-so-good-youll-want-to-bake-them-today/#respond Fri, 25 Oct 2024 14:17:13 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=55882 Get ready to indulge in 15 amazing cookie recipes that are sure to delight any crowd! From classic favorites to unique holiday twists, these cookies cover all the bases—rich chocolatey treats, spiced holiday gems, fruity thumbprints, and buttery delights. Each recipe offers something special, whether it’s a melt-in-your-mouth texture, festive colors, or nostalgic flavors that...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/5-christmas-cookie-recipes-so-good-youll-want-to-bake-them-today/feed/ 0 Buckeyes Recipe https://balancingmotherhood.com/buckeyes-recipe/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/buckeyes-recipe/#comments Wed, 09 Oct 2024 04:01:00 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=54742 Whip up a batch of these melt-in-your-mouth homemade Buckeyes with just 4 simple ingredients. With a creamy peanut butter center and rich chocolate coating, these easy no-bake treats are irresistibly perfect for any occasion. Easy Buckeye Recipe We’ve been making Buckeyes at my house for years, especially during the holiday season, and they are always...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/buckeyes-recipe/feed/ 1 Twix Copycat Cookies https://balancingmotherhood.com/twix-copycat-cookies/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/twix-copycat-cookies/#respond Wed, 17 Apr 2024 20:20:27 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=27398 These delectable Twix copycat cookies are the epitome of indulgence, combining the rich flavors of buttery shortbread, gooey caramel, and smooth melted chocolate. They’re not only a treat for your taste buds but also a feast for the eyes, making them perfect for festive gatherings and thoughtful homemade gifts. Twix Copycat Cookies Why We Love...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/twix-copycat-cookies/feed/ 0 Candy Cane Cookies (Peppermint Candy Cane Sugar Cookies) https://balancingmotherhood.com/candy-cane-cookies-peppermint-candy-cane-sugar-cookies/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/candy-cane-cookies-peppermint-candy-cane-sugar-cookies/#comments Fri, 08 Dec 2023 16:20:26 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=48929 These delicious Peppermint Candy Cane Cookies start with a buttery sugar cookie dough flavored with a subtle hint of peppermint. Swirled and shaped like festive red and white canes, they’ll make the perfect addition to your holiday season. There are a lot of version of this classic Christmas cookie, but ours can be made with...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/candy-cane-cookies-peppermint-candy-cane-sugar-cookies/feed/ 2 Brownie M&M Christmas Cookies https://balancingmotherhood.com/brownie-mm-christmas-cookies/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/brownie-mm-christmas-cookies/#comments Thu, 23 Nov 2023 15:34:48 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=47746 These festive Brownie M&M Christmas Cookies have a decadent, chewy, and fudgy center with irresistible crispy edges. Loaded with lots of chocolate flavor, they’re a delicious and easy sweet treat that’s perfect for the holidays.  Christmas Brownie Mix Cookies These colorful fudgy cookies have a wonderful classic brownie crust and irresistibly chewy centers. That’s exactly...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/brownie-mm-christmas-cookies/feed/ 1 German Spritz Cookies Recipe https://balancingmotherhood.com/german-spritz-cookies-recipe/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/german-spritz-cookies-recipe/#respond Sun, 22 Oct 2023 04:01:00 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=27167 This German Spritz Cookies Recipe makes light and buttery cookies are just melt-in-your-mouth delicious and will also make a gorgeous addition to any holiday dessert table. Easy to make and fun to decorate, this recipe will become new holiday baking tradition the whole family will enjoy.  German Spritz Christmas Cookies Spritz cookies are a traditional...

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