Birthday cake is not the only dessert that can carry the celebration. These 13 cookie recipes cover everything from thick bakery-style cookies and chocolate-coated classics to fruit-filled batches and sandwich cookies with creamy centers. The mix gives you small, shareable treats that are easy to arrange on trays, pack into boxes, or set beside candles for a birthday spread. With quick batches and a few make-ahead options, there is plenty of range for choosing a cookie that suits the guest of honor.

Two copycat thin mint cookies on a plate, one with a bite taken out, with a mint leaf garnish beside them.
Copycat Thin Mint Cookies. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

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