A Visual Guide to the Different Types of Cookies [Infographic]

Everyone loves cookies. But are you educated on the different types of cookies? 

Whether you’re a baker looking for a quick reference or just curious about the different types of treats you love to eat, this infographic provides a simple visual guide to some of the key types of cookie recipes. 

Ready to get baking? Here are some cookie recipes we think you’ll love!

Drop cookies

• Chewy bakery-style chocolate chip cookies
• Chocolate-chip-potato-chip cookies

Rolled cookies

• Gingerbread cookies
• Sugar cookies
• Snowball cookies

Molded cookies

• Candy cane cookies

Bars

• Ultimate chocolate brownies
• Lemon brownies
• Brown butter blondies
• Congo bars
• Pumpkin pie bars

Sandwich cookies

• Snickerdoodle s’mores cookies
• Homemade Nutter Butters

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What is your favorite type of cookie?