Irresistible Mother’s Day Cookies Mom Will Love

40 Divine Mother’s Day Cookie Recipes: Sweet Treats to Celebrate Mom

This Mother’s Day, go beyond the ordinary and show Mom just how much she means to you with a batch of homemade cookies! If you’ve been searching for the perfect Mother’s Day cookie recipe, your quest ends here. We’ve gathered an exquisite collection of 40 divine cookie recipes, guaranteed to delight her taste buds and make her day extra special. From classic comforts to unique, gourmet creations, there’s a sweet treat for every mom in this ultimate roundup.

A vibrant display of assorted Mother's Day cookies, perfect for a celebration
Celebrate Mom with a beautiful assortment of homemade cookies this Mother’s Day!

Imagine the joy on her face when she tastes a cookie infused with the refreshing zest of lemon, the vibrant sweetness of strawberry or raspberry, or the delicate floral notes of lavender. Our carefully curated selection leaves nothing to be desired, featuring a spectrum of flavors and textures perfect for a memorable Mother’s Day celebration. Plus, as a special treat, don’t forget to grab five free cocktail recipes that pair wonderfully with these delightful desserts, and explore even more incredible cocktail and dessert recipes right here on our blog.

🌺 Hooray to all the amazing moms out there! 🌺

Why Homemade Cookies Are The Perfect Mother’s Day Gift

There’s something uniquely special about a homemade gift, especially when it comes to food. Baking cookies for Mother’s Day is more than just making a dessert; it’s an act of love, a thoughtful gesture that speaks volumes. It shows dedication, care, and a personal touch that store-bought items simply can’t replicate. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting out, these recipes are designed to be enjoyable to make and even more delightful to share. Imagine setting up a beautiful cookie platter, each treat made with your own hands, ready to bring a smile to Mom’s face. These cookies aren’t just food; they’re edible expressions of gratitude and affection, perfect for a cozy Mother’s Day brunch, a high tea, or simply a sweet moment together.

🌺 Our Curated Collection: 40 Mother’s Day Cookies

Dive into our extensive list of Mother’s Day cookie recipes, featuring a wide array of flavors and styles. We’ve organized them to help you easily find the perfect treat for your mom, whether she prefers fruity, zesty, rich, or elegantly floral notes. Each recipe is linked for your convenience, leading you to detailed instructions to make your baking journey a sweet success!

Zesty Lemon & Aromatic Lavender Delights

For moms who appreciate a bright, refreshing flavor profile, our lemon and lavender cookies are an absolute dream. These recipes combine citrusy tang with delicate floral notes, creating sophisticated and incredibly delicious treats. Perfect for a spring celebration!

Raspberry Lemon Thumbprint Cookies
Delicate Raspberry Lemon Thumbprint Cookies with fresh fruit
Raspberry Lemon Thumbprint Cookies feature fresh lemon zest in the dough topped with an icing of fresh lemon juice and fresh raspberry. Perfect for showers or brunch or high tea.

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Gluten-Free Lavender Lemon Cookies
Fragrant Gluten-Free Lavender Lemon Cookies
These Gluten-Free Lavender Lemon Cookies are soft, chewy, and full of lemon flavor with just-right notes of lavender.

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Lemon Ricotta Cookies
Soft, glazed Italian Lemon Ricotta Cookies
These soft Italian Lemon Ricotta Cookies are melt-in-your-mouth good and topped with a sweet, sugary glaze with fresh lemon zest.

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Lemon Blueberry Cookies
Delicious Lemon Blueberry Cookies, soft and chewy
This is the best lemon blueberry cookies recipe! Easy to make these cookies are soft, chewy and ready in under 15 minutes!

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Lavender Lemon Shortbread Bars
Beautiful Lavender Lemon Shortbread Bars
Lavender lemon shortbread bars are SO pretty, easy, colorful and delicious – perfect for any spring or summertime celebration!

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Lemon Raspberry Cookies
Fluffy Lemon Raspberry Cookies
These Raspberry Cookies are soft, fluffy, buttery, and bursting with the delicious flavors of fresh lemon and raspberries. Super quick and easy to make and everyone loves them!

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Lemon Pudding Cookies
Soft and chewy Lemon Pudding Cookies
These Soft Lemon Pudding Cookies are chewy soft, deliciously lemony, and freezer friendly.

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Easy Lemon Sugar Cookies
Mini Lemon Sugar Cookies, tangy and delightful
These piped lemon cookies are made in a jiffy and can be flavored with either lemon juice or limoncello. The refreshing, tangy flavor is simply irresistible!

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Lemon Sugar Cookies
Soft and chewy Lemon Sugar Cookies for lemon lovers
Soft slightly chewy Lemon Sugar Cookies are easy to make and a bright sunny favorite cookie recipe especially for lemon lovers!

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Sweet Berry & Fruit-Filled Wonders

If Mom has a soft spot for fruity delights, our berry and fruit-filled cookies are sure to impress. Bursting with the flavors of strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and even fig, these cookies offer a delightful sweetness and often a beautiful pop of color, making them as appealing to the eye as they are to the palate.

Marbled Icing Sugar Cookies with Fig Jam
Gorgeous heart shaped sugar cookies with marbled icing and fig jam filling
These stunning marbled heart cookies, filled with luscious fig jam, are the perfect way to show your love on Valentine’s Day or Mother’s Day (and on any other occasion). They are sweet, easy to make and look absolutely beautiful!

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Puff Pastry Heart Cookies with Strawberry Jam
Elegant puff pastry hearts filled with strawberry jam
Sweeten any occasion with our delectable puff pastry hearts, bursting with the irresistible flavor of strawberry jam. Bake up a batch of love in thirty minutes or less!

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Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies
Delicious Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies on a plate
These Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies are cream cheese sugar cookies sandwiched with swirls of strawberry cream cheese frosting!

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White Chocolate Strawberry Shortbread Cookies
Melt-in-your-mouth White Chocolate Strawberry Shortbread Cookies
These white chocolate strawberry shortbread cookies are made in one bowl with 5 ingredients. Their soft, buttery texture melts in your mouth!

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Stuffed Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies Recipe
Stuffed Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies with creamy center
Make these stuffed strawberry cheesecake cookies for a sweet, fruity dessert that features a creamy center and crisp, golden edges!

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Cherry Macarons (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)
Elegant Cherry Macarons, gluten-free and dairy-free
These cherry macarons are filled with chocolate buttercream and cherry jam for the perfect sweet treat. Gluten-free and dairy-free.

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Chewy Blueberry White Chocolate Cookies
Soft and chewy Blueberry White Chocolate Cookies
Bake up these soft and chewy blueberry white chocolate cookies in under an hour. These are the perfect spring and summer cookies to bake!

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Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies
Irresistible Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies with cream cheese filling
If you love strawberry cheesecake then these strawberry cookies filled with cream cheese balls are for you! Soft and chewy treats packed with all the flavors of your favorite dessert, in a cookie form.

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Strawberry White Chocolate Chip Cookies
Chewy Strawberry White Chocolate Chip Cookies
These strawberry cookies are made with freeze-dried strawberries and white chocolate chips. These chewy cookies taste like strawberries and cream!

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Strawberry Shortbread Cookies
Buttery Strawberry Shortbread Cookies with fantastic flavor
Buttery, with a tender texture and fantastic strawberry flavor, these strawberry shortbread cookies are small delicious, and not overly sweet treats you can make at home in no time.

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Raspberry Crumble Cookies
Jam-filled Raspberry Crumble Cookies
Jam-filled, soft and chewy, these copycat Costco Raspberry Crumble Cookies are sweet, tart, crumbly, and taste just like like Costco’s!

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Strawberry Cookies filled with buttercream
Strawberry Cookies with rich buttercream filling
Intensely flavored Strawberry Cookies filled with Strawberry Buttercream. Made with freeze dried strawberries for the best strawberry flavor!

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Cherry Garcia Cookies
Sweet Cherry Garcia Cookies with chocolate chips
Just like famous ice cream, these Cherry Garcia Cookies are full of sweet maraschino cherries and chocolate chips!

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Rich Chocolates & Indulgent Classics

For the mom who loves a deeper, richer flavor, our chocolate-infused and classic indulgent cookies are absolute showstoppers. From chewy chocolate chip variations to elegant red velvet and cozy coffee-flavored treats, these recipes are designed to satisfy her sweet cravings and bring a sense of comforting luxury to her special day.

Red Velvet Chocolate Chip Cookies
Soft and chewy Red Velvet Chocolate Chip Cookies
These red velvet cookies are baked soft and chewy and laced with milk chocolate chips. Perfectly festive for holidays, cookie exchanges, or an easy dessert.

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Sourdough Coffee Cookies With Mascarpone Filling
Soft and chewy Sourdough Coffee Cookies with mascarpone filling
These delicious sourdough coffee cookies are super soft and chewy and have a creamy mascarpone filling. A coffee dessert with a twist.

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Cake Mix Whoopie Pies
Decadent Cake Mix Whoopie Pies with homemade frosting
These decadent Cake Mix Whoopie Pies are so easy to make using store bought cake mix! With a homemade frosting, you’ll love every bite of these sweet and chocolatey treats.

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Chocolate Swirl Cookies
Appetizing Chocolate Swirl Cookies
I like homemade cookies. And it’s not only me – all the family enjoy making them and digging in.

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Delicious Cookies ‘n Cream Blossom Cookies
Gorgeous Cookies 'n Cream Blossom Cookies on a cooling rack
This easy five ingredients Hershey Kiss Cookies and Cream Blossom Cookie recipe combines the richness of cream cheese with gorgeous Hershey Cookies ‘n’ Cream Kisses for a truly divine cookie experience.

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Ricotta Chocolate Chip Cookies
Irresistible Ricotta Chocolate Chip Cookies with tangy icing
Try these irresistible ricotta chocolate chip cookies topped with tangy icing. You will not even need a mixer – just stir the dough with a spoon.

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Healthy Pistachio Rose Cookies (Easy Recipe)
Elegant Healthy Pistachio Rose Cookies
These Healthy Pistachio Rose Cookies are the ultimate elegant and romantic cookies. This recipe is gluten-free, vegan, oil-free, and refined sugar-free.

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Soft Red Velvet Cut-Out Sandwich Cookies
Soft Red Velvet Cut-Out Sandwich Cookies with cream cheese frosting
These Soft Red Velvet Cut-Out Sandwich Cookies are filled with tangy cream cheese frosting. It’s the ideal Valentine’s or Mother’s Day treat!

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Classic & Creative Sugar Cookies and Shortbread

Sometimes, the simplest things are the most meaningful. Our collection includes beloved sugar cookies and buttery shortbread, some with exciting twists, ensuring there’s a comforting classic or an inventive new favorite for every mom. These cookies are perfect for decorating, making them a fun activity if you want to involve kids in preparing Mom’s special day treats.

Lofthouse Cookies (Soft Sugar Cookies)
Fluffy and sweet Lofthouse Sugar Cookies
Better than store-bought & so easy to make, this Lofthouse sugar cookies recipe is fluffy, sweet, & so fun to make!

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Crumbl Sugar Cookies
Copycat Crumbl Sugar Cookies, chilled and delicious
Get the easy copycat Crumbl sugar cookie recipe and make a Crumbl pink sugar cookie at home. A chilled sugar cookie is great for a hot day.

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Jasmine Tea Shortbread Cookies With Honey Frosting
Elegant Jasmine Tea Shortbread Cookies with Honey Frosting
Introducing Jasmine Tea Shortbread Cookies with a drizzle of honey frosting. Delight in the infusion of jasmine tea’s with each crumbly bite.

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Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies
Classic Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies with a chocolate kiss
Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies – Tasha’s Artisan Foods Peanut Butter Blossom cookies are just classic, soft peanut butter cookies, topped with a chocolate kiss.

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Thumbprint Cookies with Icing
Buttery Thumbprint Cookies with sweet icing
This buttery sugar cookie recipe makes soft, sweet Thumbprint Cookies with Icing perfect for dessert trays and coffee breaks.

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Lavender Shortbread Cookies
Buttery Lavender Shortbread Cookies with velvety flavor
These fabulous Lavender Shortbread Cookies are buttery & crumbly & bursting with velvety lavender flavor. 6 ingredients. 6 simple steps!

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Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies
Soft and sweet Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies with cream cheese frosting
Soft, perfectly sweet, and simple….these Cinnamon Roll Sugar Cookies are a favorite with all! Cream cheese frosting is the perfect addition!

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Heart Sugar Cookies
Festive Heart Sugar Cookies with sweet icing
Heart Sugar Cookies are a wonderful holiday treat. Crunchy cookies and sweet icing make this the perfect gift. Make a batch this season!

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Italian Knot Cookies
Traditional Italian Knot Cookies, perfect for celebrations
Traditionally these Italian cookies were made for wedding celebrations and the shape signifies tying the knot. However, these cookies are perfect for any celebration!

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Puffed Rice Hearts with Chocolate
Heart-shaped puffed rice treats with two kinds of chocolate
With basically two ingredients only and made in 10 minutes, these chocolate puffed rice hearts are the perfect Valentines’ or Mother’s Day treat! It’s just the thing when you’re short on time but want a homemade treat!

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🥂 Perfect Pairings: Refreshing Cocktails for Mom’s Day

No Mother’s Day celebration is complete without the perfect drink to complement those sweet treats. Whether Mom prefers something fruity and fun or elegantly sophisticated, our selection of cocktail recipes offers a fantastic accompaniment to her homemade cookies. These drinks are designed to add an extra layer of festivity and flavor to her special day.

  • Raspberry Daiquiri: A vibrant, fruity classic that’s always a hit.
  • Daiquiri (coming soon): Stay tuned for another fantastic daiquiri variation!
  • Paloma Cocktail: A refreshing tequila-based drink with grapefruit soda.
  • Martinez: A sophisticated gin cocktail, often considered a precursor to the Martini.
  • Lavender Gin Tonic: An elegant, aromatic twist on a beloved classic.
  • Lavender Spritz with Prosecco: Bubbly and floral, perfect for a celebratory toast.
  • Aperol Spritz: The quintessential Italian aperitif, light and effervescent.

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💕 More Mother’s Day Recipes to Spoil Her

Beyond cookies, we have a treasure trove of other delightful recipes perfect for making Mother’s Day truly unforgettable. From elegant cakes to refreshing cheesecakes, explore these options to complete your Mother’s Day feast or create a special gift basket filled with homemade goodness.

  • Old-Fashioned Whipping Cream Bundt Cake: A classic, moist, and utterly delicious cake.
  • Strawberry Cheesecake (No-Bake): Light, creamy, and bursting with strawberry flavor – perfect for spring!
  • Mini Blueberry Pavlova: Elegant and airy, a showstopper dessert.
  • Red Velvet Cupcakes without Buttermilk: Rich and decadent, a beloved treat.
  • Strawberry Sponge Cake: A light and fluffy cake layered with fresh strawberries.
  • Homemade Sacher Cake: A luxurious Austrian chocolate cake.
  • Three Ingredient Yogurt Cake: Surprisingly simple and incredibly delicious.

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Baking Tips for a Picture-Perfect Mother’s Day Treat

To ensure your Mother’s Day cookies turn out absolutely perfect, here are a few general baking tips:

  • Use Quality Ingredients: Fresh butter, good quality chocolate, and fresh fruit zest make a noticeable difference in flavor.
  • Measure Accurately: Baking is a science! Use proper measuring cups and spoons, and for dry ingredients, level them off.
  • Don’t Overmix: Overmixing dough can lead to tough cookies. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
  • Chill Your Dough: For many recipes, chilling the dough prevents spreading and helps develop flavor.
  • Even Baking: Rotate your cookie sheets halfway through baking to ensure even browning.
  • Cool Completely: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them firm up and prevents breakage.
  • Presentation Matters: Arrange your cookies on a beautiful plate, in a decorative box, or tie them with a ribbon. A little extra effort in presentation goes a long way.

Making Memories, One Cookie at a Time

This Mother’s Day, embrace the joy of baking and create delicious memories with these incredible cookie recipes. Each bite will be a testament to your love and appreciation for the special moms in your life. Whether you choose a classic sugar cookie, a vibrant lemon treat, or an elegant lavender shortbread, the effort and thought you put into these homemade delights will surely warm her heart. Get baking and make this Mother’s Day truly unforgettable!

We hope this collection helps you find the perfect Mother’s Day cookie to celebrate!