These summer cookie recipes are overflowing with summery freshness that everyone will love! They are fragrant, crumbly, and delicious, and will be a great remedy when you get sudden snack attacks.
When nothing comes to mind, cookies are always the safest bet!
They are sugary enough to satisfy your sweet tooth, filling enough to quench your hunger, and crispy and chewy enough to indulge in completely.
Not only that, these summer sugar cookies are easy forms of desserts that don’t require a ton of intricacies or any fancy ways of plating.
Plus, what’s great about them is that they are easy to handle!
So, if you’re planning a picnic or a road trip, these cookies will become an excellent companion. Just put them in a box, and enjoy them along the way.
25+ Summer Cookie Recipes
Celebrate Easter with these best summer cookie recipes that will surely be a hit among your family members and friends, or take a nibble of them just for yourself!
Diving in!
1. M&M Cookie Recipe
Ready in: 25 mins
A summer cookie recipe that infuses M&M’s? Count me in!
These cookies are made by smattering those sweet pebbles with chocolate chips in an egg and all-purpose flour dough and don’t require any chill time.
Don’t bake them in front of kids or they’ll be gone in no time.
Recipe: kleinworthco.com
2. Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies
Ready in: 56 mins
Enjoy the goodness of a cookie and cheesecake in a single dish that is so appetizing.
The graham crackers and crumbs make the dough super crusty.
And the molten cheesecake infused with blueberry sauce on top is the ultimate selling point!
Recipe: flouringkitchen.com
3. Peach Cobbler Cookies
Ready in: 4 hrs 12 mins
If we’re talking about summer cookie recipes, nothing comes close to these peach cobbler cookies that are simply perfect.
They are loaded with the fruitiness of peaches, the protein from eggs, and the softness of cream cheese.
And don’t start me talking about the cinnamon and vanilla extract that adds wonders to the flavor of these treats.
Recipe: cambreabakes.com
4. Brownie Mix Cookies Recipe
Ready in: 19 mins
Try this summer cookies recipe that combines egg, oil, brownie mix, chocolate chips, and all-purpose flour.
Bake it for 9 minutes flat and VIOLA!
You’ll have a batch of fudgy cookies for the taking which are so refreshing!
Recipe: sixsistersstuff.com
5. Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ready in: 18 mins
These mint cookies will take you straight back to your childhood with their freshness minus the ice popsicle.
The peppermint extract exudes a ton of coolness that will help to beat the heat.
But it’s the chocolate chips in the middle that make these cookies so indulgent!
Recipe: thefoodcharlatan.com
6. Lemon Basil Cookies
Ready in: 22 mins
Is there anything better than summer sugar cookies made with a combination of lemon and basil around this time of the year?
You get a citrusy zing from the vitamin C-rich lemons, and basil can be easily swapped with mint or thyme.
Use it as a base to hold your ice cream for an amazing blend of flavors and textures!
Recipe: thekitchenprepblog.com
7. Strawberry Crunch Cookies
Ready in: 32 mins
These strawberry cookies put a crumbly twist on the classic strawberry ice bars.
All you need are a handful of ingredients and 12 minutes in the oven to get your ideal morning snack.
Don’t forget about the crunch topping that elevates this delicacy to the next level!
Recipe: bigbearswife.com
8. Coffee Cookies
Ready in: 33 mins
If you can’t get enough of coffee, this summer cookies recipe will definitely become a hit in your books.
These cookies are mushy in the center, crispy on the edges, and easy to make.
And the best part is that you don’t need a mixer or any chilling to set the ingredients together.
.Recipe: stephaniessweets.com
9. Strawberry Jam Sugar Cookies
Ready in: 4 hrs 35 mins
When in doubt, I always make these strawberry jam cookies when I have guests coming over or need something for gifting.
These decadent morsels will put a big fat smile on your face as they gracefully melt in your mouth.
Just mix the ingredients, scoop them out on a plate, bake, and let them cool down in the chiller for 4 hours.
Recipe: butternutbakeryblog.com
10. Snickerdoodle Cookies
Ready in: 22 mins
Effortless and delicious, that’s the game for these snickerdoodle cookies.
Incorporating simple elements like eggs, flour, granulated sugar, butter, and vanilla extract, it doesn’t need any fancy additions to be this good!
Exactly what you need for a summertime treat.
Recipe: cozypeachkitchen.com
11. Key Lime Cookies
Ready in: 35 mins
These key lime cookies might be one of the best summer cookie recipes I’ve ever tried!
Picture this: A crumbly base topped with a smooth lemon filling that engulfs this cookie with sweet and zesty goodness in every bite.
I don’t think it requires any more explaining to do.
Recipe: tastesoflizzyt.com
12. Tahini Cookies
Ready in: 1 hr 24 mins
Inspired by Mediterranean desserts, these tahini cookies are gonna rock your world!
This summer cookie recipe can be whipped up using simple ingredients and it gets an exquisite earthy flavor from the cinnamon.
Plus, don’t miss out on almonds, if you want more flavor and crunch.
Recipe: prettysimplesweet.com
13. Peach Pie Oatmeal Cookies
Jazz up your mornings with this peach pie oatmeal cookie that is oh-so-good.
All you need are fresh juicy peaches, naturally sweet honey, and instant oatmeal for a healthy and wholesome punch.
Oh, I almost forgot to mention that these cookies are gluten-free and dairy-free as well!
Recipe: amyshealthybaking.com
14. Fruit Pizza Sugar Cookies
Ready in: 30 mins
Brimming with fresh fruity summery goodness, they will become the center stage in your Easter Sunday celebration!
You can basically surround the cookie with any fruit you like.
Add a decent amount of cream cheese frosting for an explosion of flavor in your mouth.
Recipe: brokenovenbaking.com
15. Zucchini Bread Breakfast Cookies
Ready in: 30 mins
Don’t wanna be bothered making breakfast on a busy day, use this zucchini bread cookie as a cheat code.
The crunch you get from oats, ground flax, and walnuts is out of this world!
And the shredded zucchini gives a bright green color on the inside and ups the nutrition level of this summer cookie recipe.
Recipe: savorynothings.com
16. Ricotta Cheese Cookies
Ready in: 1 hr 25 mins
If you’re looking for a quick snack that’s loaded with richness and incredibly delectable, you’ve come to the right place.
The ricotta cheese makes these cookies moist and mushy, while the chocolate chips can be conveniently swapped out with nuts.
Summer Cookie recipes like these are my go-to jam!
Recipe: cakewhiz.com
17. Lemon Curd Thumbprint Cookies
Ready in: 37 mins
Creamy, soft, and packed with vibrant flavors, these lemon curd cookies are the way to go for a magnificent Easter treat.
The pop of yellow from the lemon in the center of the white crumbly dough gives it a bright sunflower appeal.
But beware, once you eat them, you’ll never be able to stop yourself.
Recipe: bakerstable.net
18. Fruity Pebble Marshmallow Cookies
Ready in: 29 mins
When you look at some of the best summer cookie recipes, they piece together unorthodox ingredients and still make them scrumptious.
That’s exactly what these fruity pebble marshmallow cookies are!
The feeling you get at seeing the melted marshmallow stretched when the cookie is pulled apart is just satisfying, and the fruity pebbles bring a nice crunchy contrast.
Recipe: brokenovenbaking.com
19. Creamsicle Orange Cookies
Ready in: 20 mins
The reason why I like this appetizer is because it only requires a few ingredients, and is fairly simple to whip up.
They are such a treat for joyous occasions like birthday parties and holidays.
And the surprising part is that there is no artificial coloring involved to get this glorious orange color.
Recipe: momontimeout.com
20. Lemon Drop Cookies
Ready in: 56 mins
These lemon drop cookies have got me hooked.
They will take you straight to the streets of Italy with their tart lemony flavor and refreshing aura.
It takes about less than an hour to get them ready and you can also skip the lemon glaze (but I don’t recommend it).
Recipe: olivesnthyme.com
21. Cherry Garcia Crumbs
Ready in: 35 mins
These cherry garcia cookies are here to sweeten up your appetite after a quick dinner.
These summer sugar cookies are an homage to Ben and Jerry’s Cherry Garcia ice cream flavor and are filled with chocolate, almonds, and cherries.
So you get the fruity, chocolaty, and nutty flavor all in one dish.
Recipe: lecremedelacrumb.com
22. Strawberry Shortbread Cookies
Ready in: 2 hrs 49 mins
Dive into the greatness of this snack cum dessert that is perfect for any occasion throughout the year.
You are bombarded with the sweet and savory flavors of strawberries and the vanilla shortbread crumbs provide a unique crumbly texture.
Only one thing left to do after that.
Mu-ah, chef’s kiss!
Recipe: cambreabakes.com
23. Pineapple Cookies
Ready in: 40 mins
These pretty-looking pineapple cookies are one of my favorite summer cookie recipes!
The pineapple is obviously the star of the dish which lends a boatload of tropical flavor, and don’t forget about the cream cheese, eggs, and butter that make these cookies extraordinarily soft and buttery.
Drizzle over some pineapple glaze for an extra bit of zesty punch.
Recipe: thegirlinspired.com
24. Mojito Cookies
Ready in: 2 hrs 21 mins
Amazing! Delicious! Rejuvenating! That’s all I can say about these mojito cookies.
Constituting rum extract, mint, sugar, and lime, this summer cookie recipe perfectly captures the essence of a mojito drink.
Don’t get your hopes up, because they don’t actually have any alcohol in them.
Recipe: averiecooks.com
25. Funfetti Cookies
Ready in: 27 mins
These easy-to-make funfetti cookies are so good that you won’t be able to keep your kids away from them.
They’re dotted with colorful sprinkles all around and vanilla extract and sugar sweeten the deal.
Plus, the cookie dough can be frozen for over 2 months, so your hot summer days will go by in a breeze.
Recipe: prettysimplesweet.com
26. Strawberry Lemonade Cookies
Ready in: 37 mins
These cookies are filled with tart strawberries and zesty lemons.
2 ingredients that are a must (if you asked me) to stay cool during those days when the sun is showing no mercy.
You can also personalize this recipe with the addition of chocolate chips, lemon zest, or freshly sliced strawberries in the dough midway through the baking.
Recipe: swankyrecipes.com
What Do You Think?
I’ve put together a list of the best summer cookie recipes that I make during the hot season that are always a must-have in my books! Morning, Afternoon, Evening, or Night, you can grab a bite of these delicacies any time of the day.
How many of these summer sugar cookies have you tried? Which ones are your favorite? And if there’s any other you would like me to try, let me know in the comments section below!
