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Holiday Best: The 10 Most Popular Pioneer Woman Cookie Recipes of All Time

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Will Dickey

We're gathered here today to talk about one of the greatest desserts ever invented: cookies! There are few desserts more comforting than a cookie, especially at Christmastime. Chocolate chip cookies, slice-and-bake cookies, sugar cookies, Christmas cookies...they each bring sweetness and joy to our lives.

Since they're the ultimate comfort food, Ree Drummond obviously has a ton of recipes she's shared throughout the years. Whether it's a long-time family tradition or something new she dreamed up, Ree knows what makes the best bite-sized treat. That's why it was time we rounded up the top 10 most popular Pioneer Woman cookie recipes ever!

We've taken a look at readers' favorite ideas, and shared them with you today so you can try them for yourself. You can opt for something chocolatey, nutty, or even cakey, if that's your thing. Take a look at the full list below, and then let us know in the comments if your go-to made the cut. By the way, you will absolutely need a sugar fix by the time you get to #1. You've been warned!

10

Loaded Holiday Slice-and-Bake Cookies

loaded holiday slice and bake cookies on white plate
Ralph Smith

There's something so nostalgic about a slice-and-bake cookie. These are loaded with M&M's, pecans, chocolate-hazelnut spread, and more.

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9

Red Velvet Sandwich Cookies

red velvet sandwich cookies winter dessert
Ralph Smith

The red velvet craze isn't going anywhere, folks. The proof is in these rich, creamy sandwich cookies.

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8

Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

pioneer woman chocolate crinkle cookies
Brian Woodcock

Chocolate crinkle cookies are such a classic! They're soft, chocolatey, and just plain fun.

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7

Edible Cookie Dough

no bake cookies edible cookie dough
Will Dickey

Purists might argue that this isn't a traditional cookie. To them we say: Try it and we'll make a believer out of you.

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6

Pecan Sandies

pecan sandies christmas cookies
Will Dickey

This old-fashioned recipe has stolen hearts as well as a spot on your holiday dessert table.

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5

Cake Mix Cookies

chocolate cake mix christmas cookies
Brian Woodcock

The original recipe is technically PW readers' favorite. But since it's Christmas, why not celebrate the red-and-green take on the popular treat?

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4

Ree's Favorite Christmas Cookies

christmas cookies
Will Dickey

Ree's all-time favorite holiday recipe comes from her mom. They're a "low-fuss, low-brow, high-calorie, non-snobby, yummy Christmas cookie" you'll make year after year.

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3

Italian Christmas Cookies

italian christmas cookies
Danielle Daly

These soft, cakey cookies are a total crowd pleaser. Plenty of you can already attest to the yumminess, but if you haven't tried them yet...well, what are you waiting for!?

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2

Almond-Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies

almond raspberry thumbprint cookies on metal tray red background
Johnny Miller

Simple, delicious, jammy—there's so much to love about a traditional thumbprint cookie. By the way, this one only needs 30 minutes of prep time.

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1

Ree's Favorite Sugar Cookies

sugar christmas cookies
Danielle Daly

These sugar cookies are not only Ree's favorite, but yours, too! The recipe was passed down to Ree from a member of her church, and it's been widely beloved by all ever since.

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