The most mouth-watering snaps from this year's #NationalCookieDay
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National Cookie Day was this Friday, and like any major occasion, Instagram users took to their favorite social media platform to show off their favorite mouth-watering snaps.
The holiday hopes to celebrate the history of the much-beloved dessert. Cookies were first introduced in America back in the 17th century and the most popular flavors then were gingerbread cookies and assorted macaroons. National Cookie Day was started on December 4th 1987 by Blue Chip Cookie Company as an incredible excuse indulge in those gooey, delicious treats all day long.
In honor of the big day, we've rounded up some of the best photos from around the country. Everything from new recipes to holiday-inspired designs, and even pet-friendly iterations can be found.
Don't feel bad if you missed out on the festivities yesterday. The day may only come once a year, but trust us, there is never a wrong time to indulge in some delicious cookies.
Happy snacking!
For more yummy cookie recipes, scroll through the gallery below:
PB & C (Peanut Butter and Cheese) Cookies by Abduffy
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Buckwheat Thumbprint Cookies with Cherry Preserves by Alice Medrich
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Almond Thumbprints with Dark Chocolate and Sea Salt by EmilyC
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7 Frosted Cookies
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Lil's Favorite One Bite Banana Cookies by gingerroot
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Homemade Chocolate Digestives by londonbakes
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Spiced Chocolate Cookies by Hillary Pollak
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Triple Threat Cookies by TheRunawaySpoon
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Triple Chocolate Espresso Cookies by flourchild
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Mini Black and White Cookies by Yossy Arefi
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Peanut Butter Toffee Cookies by Alice Medrich
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