30+ no chill cookie recipes including no chill Christmas cookies! You’ll find classic recipes like cut-out sugar cookies, snickerdoodles, and chocolate chip cookies, plus MANY new & unique options.
30+ No Chill Cookies
There are few feelings worse than getting halfway through a cookie recipe only to realize the dough needs to chill for an hour (or several!) before baking. Frustrating, right? Fortunately, I’ve developed quite a few no chill cookie recipes that will satisfy your craving (or your last-minute party contribution–oops!) fast.
We’ll start off this list with my favorite no chill Christmas cookies. The Christmas baking season can be hectic to say the least, and I have the most appreciation for no chill cookies when I’m in the trenches of making not-so-timely recipes like gingerbread men cookies or chocolate crinkle cookies.
If I had to pick a favorite from this whole list, it would have to be my no chill sugar cookies. I mean really, a no chill cutout cookie!? It feels outrageous to be able to roll and cut out cookies right away without needing to chill the dough first, and yet, it works! Only if you use my recipe though 😉
Let’s get to it!
No Chill Christmas Cookies
1. No Chill Sugar Cookies
Cut-out cookies that hold their shape WITHOUT any chilling! Top with my easy sugar cookie icing or royal icing.
2. Grinch Cookies
How cute are these?! A Christmas version of M&M cookies, these have a subtle peppermint flavor and green color.
3. Snickerdoodles
A Christmas classic! I’m including a few more no chill snickerdoodle cookies further down. See also my cookie butter snickerdoodles and pumpkin snickerdoodles!
4. Soft & Chewy Gingersnaps
Unlike classic gingersnaps, this recipe has a soft and chewy texture (similar to molasses cookies!).
5. Spritz Cookies
An old-fashioned no chill cookie recipe! We love making these and decorating with a simple vanilla glaze and sprinkles.
6. Peppermint Bark Cookies
Love peppermint bark? You need to try these cookies!
7. Whipped Shortbread
Only 6 ingredients! This is a super simple no chill cookie recipe. Perfect for dipping in hot cocoa ❄️
8. Orange Cranberry Cookies
Cranberry and orange are classic Christmas flavors, and they pair so nicely with this buttery cookie dough. If you like cranberry orange muffins, you’ll love these!
9. Drop Sugar Cookies
No rolling, cutting, or chilling! We like to decorate with sparkling sugars or even cinnamon sugar.
10. Eggnog Cookies
Similar to lemon meltaway cookies (another no chill cookie recipe!), these eggnog cookies have a super tender texture.
11. Russian Tea Cakes
These are very similar to snowball cookies (except those need chilling and these don’t!).
12. Butter Cookies
Crisp and buttery, these are best served dipped in melted chocolate!
13. Anise Cookies
Very similar to Italian cookies (also no chill cookies!), these have a lovely anise flavor and soft texture.
No Chill Cookie Recipes
14. Peanut Butter Snickerdoodles
Peanut butter and snickerdoodles?! Yes please! This surprising combination is a BIG hit at my house.
15. Butterfinger Cookies
We love making these with leftover Halloween candy! They’d also make a tasty Halloween dessert.
16. Double Chocolate Chip Cookies
Can’t get enough chocolate? This recipe pairs a super chocolatey cookie dough with melty chocolate chips.
17. Sour Cream Cookies
This old-fashioned no chill cookie recipe has been a family favorite for years.
18. S’mores Cookies
All the flavors of the beloved campfire treat in one easy no-chill cookie recipe! Also try my peanut butter s’mores bars–those are no chill as well.
19. Praline Cookies
Need a unique cookie recipe? This is it! No candy thermometer or chilling required.
20. Strawberry Cookies
Freeze dried strawberries give these cookies a real strawberry flavor without any of the added moisture.
21. Cinnamon Cookies
Swirls of cinnamon sugar make these cookies look and taste incredible.
22. Potato Chip Cookies
Love salty & sweet? This recipe pairs salty potato chips with classic chocolate chip cookies.
23. Dirt Cookies
Inspired by the dirt pudding cups of your childhood, this might just be my most fun no-chill cookie recipe!
24. Island Cookies
Such a unique pairing of flavors! These cookies would be so fun at a summer party 🌴
25. Brown Butter Snickerdoodles
Brown butter makes everything better right? Also try my brown butter chocolate chip cookies!
26. Soft Frosted Sugar Cookies
No chilling, rolling, or cutting required! Not to be confused with copycat lofthouse cookies, these are rich and buttery frosted sugar cookies.
27. Brown Butter Bourbon Chocolate Chip Cookies
An incredibly gourmet take on classic chocolate chip cookies! These are a must try.
28. Rice Krispie Cookies
If you like rice krispie treats, you need to try this recipe! Also give my recipe for cornflake cookies a try–that’s a no chill cookie recipe too!
29. Rocky Road Cookies
Like the ice cream, but in cookie form! These are loaded with texture.
30. Butter Pecan Cookies
If you love pecans, also try my recipe for pecan sandies–that’s a no chill cookie recipe too!
31. White Chocolate Chip Cookies
White chocolate lovers simply must try this recipe! It’s different from my recipe for white chocolate macadamia nut cookies (which requires chilling!).
32. Chocolate Snickerdoodles
Cocoa and cinnamon pair together beautifully in these cozy chocolate snickerdoodles. Also try my churro cookies if you like this combination!
33. Orange Cookies
Made with real orange zest and juice, this no chill cookie recipe packs a PUNCH of flavor 🍊
34. Gourmet Sugar Cookies
So simple, yet SO good! These are a favorite from my collection of gourmet cookies 🩷
35. Pudding Cookies
A packet of instant pudding makes these cookies SUPER soft and chewy!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, and I will never endorse skipping the chilling step in a recipe that calls for it.
As a recipe developer, I know firsthand the importance and sometimes necessity of chilling cookie dough. It allows flavors to develop, helps cookies maintain their shape in the oven, and encourages a soft texture.
However, sometimes you simply *don’t* have time for that, but you still need amazing cookies. That’s where this collection comes in handy; I carefully designed today’s recipes to be full of flavor and beautiful textures without even a minute of fridge time. Ta da! 🪄
If your recipe calls for chilling and you skip it, you could end up with an unmanageable dough, cookies that spread too much or are crispy, or even bland cookies.
You must use a specific no chill cookie recipe if you don’t have time to chill your cookie dough; otherwise you will run into issues. I always recommend following the recipe!
Absolutely! I have an entire post dedicated to this topic. Head over to how to freeze cookie dough for instructions for freezing every type of cookie dough, from filled and sugar-coated thumbprint cookies to cutout cookies like my chocolate sugar cookies.
Are there any other no chill cookie recipes you’d like to see from me? Please leave me a comment with your requests below!
Also be sure to check out my collection of no-bake desserts–perfect for when you’re feeling a bit lazy or need a break from your oven 😉
Enjoy!
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