20+ Pudding Cookies Ideas (Best Soft & Chewy Cookies)
Discover over twenty pudding cookie ideas that are irresistibly soft and chewy. From classic flavors to unique twists, these cookies are perfect for any occasion.
We make a lot of cookies at our house, in all kinds of flavors and styles. My go-to recipes are quick and easy drop cookies that can be in the oven in minutes.
But I also love making fancier, themed cookies for holidays and birthdays. They take longer, but there are so many fun ways to decorate them!
I also frequently make a large batch of cookies ahead of time and freeze them, saving myself any last minute rush. What busy mom doesn’t love that?
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While I have some classic recipes that I fall back on, like my grandma’s sugar cookies, I love trying out new cookie recipes too. Today I have put together a list of some of my favorite recipes for you to try.
Each of these easy cookie recipes are made with a not-so-secret ingredient – dry pudding mix.
There is a good reason that everyone seems to be talking about this kind of cookie. Adding different pudding mixes to cookie batter produces wonderfully chewy, soft cookies that are to-die-for.
The first time that I made some, I couldn’t believe what a difference a box of instant pudding mix could make. I highly recommend you make some today.
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Must Haves for Cookie Making
These are just a few of the things that I love to use for cookie baking.
- KitchenAid Stand Mixer or electric hand mixer
- Cookie sheets
- Parchment paper
- Rolling pin
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wire racks
- Cookie scoops
Pudding Cookie Recipes
Lemon Pudding Cookies – A zesty delight in every bite, these lemon pudding cookies are bursting with tangy citrus flavor and creamy white chocolate chips.
Pistachio Pudding Cookies – Savor a blend of pistachio goodness and sweet white chocolate chips in these delightful pistachio cookies. The perfect flavor harmony in every bite!
Mini Egg Easter Cookies – This twist on classic chocolate chip cookies uses vanilla pudding mix and Cadbury mini eggs to make a fun and festive Easter treat.
Strawberries and Cream Pudding Cookies – Experience the fluffy softness of these strawberries and cream pudding cookies. They are full of rich strawberry and vanilla flavor for pure delight in every bite!
Make these easy rainbow sprinkle pudding cookies, a delightful treat with a soft, chewy texture. Bursting with colorful sprinkles this recipe is perfect for any occasion!
Chocolate Pudding Cookies – Loaded with rich chocolate flavor, these double chocolate cookies are definitely a family favorite! Turn them into triple chocolate pudding cookies by drizzling a little bit of melted chocolate on top.
These chocolate chip pudding cookies are the ultimate treat! Soft, chewy and bursting with semi sweet chocolate chips.
Butterscotch Pudding Cookies – The next time you are in the mood to do a little baking, give these deliciously chewy butterscotch cookies a try. They may just become your new favorite cookie!
These soft pumpkin spice pudding cookies are packed with fall flavors, perfectly chewy, and easy to make – a cozy treat for any autumn day!
Holiday Pudding Cookies
These Halloween pudding cookies blend orange jello and vanilla pudding to create a creamsicle-inspired twist! Whip up this deliciously spooky treat that’s perfect for all ages.
These super soft Christmas sprinkle pudding cookies are festive, chewy, and full of holiday color, making them the perfect treat for your holiday celebrations!
These Grinch pudding cookies are soft, chewy, and festive. With candy hearts and a fun green color, they’re the perfect treat to sweeten up your holidays!
Tips and Tricks
- These cookie recipes can be made using an electric hand mixer or in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment.
- Save time cleaning up by lining your baking sheet with parchment paper.
- I generally use a medium cookie scoop with most of my cookie recipes, but depending on the size that you use, you may need to adjust the recipe’s baking time.
- Try out different add-ins, like dark chocolate chips, semi-sweet chocolate chips, milk chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, chocolate chunks, butterscotch chips, peanut butter chips, chopped peanut butter cups, toffee bits, mini M&Ms, dried cranberries, peppermint pieces, or your favorite chopped nuts.
- After cooling completely on a wire rack, cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. They also freeze well and can be kept in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Which one of these pudding cookie recipes will you make first? Do you have a favorite pudding cookie recipe that isn’t included in this list? I would love to hear from you!
