The Perfect Cookie

Bake better cookies.

America’s Test Kitchen has almost 25 years of experience in the pursuit of the perfect cookie recipes. We’ve baked thousands of batches to make the all-time best versions of American cookie jar classics, as well as foolproof recipes for favorite cookies from around the world, and some original recipes all our own.
Now we’ve aggregated all that cookie-baking expertise into The Perfect Cookie, the definitive hardbound go-to resource for any cookie or bar you could imagine making. We’ve included photographed steps, ingredient information, essential science, and timesaving tips that keep you in control of every batch you bake.

"Worth its weight in gold for the practical cook who wants to feel confident about putting good food on the table."

— Detroit News

More from The Book:

The Complete Collection, and Then Some!

Every recipe from every episode is included, with recipes from the 2023 season and brand-new episodes created for streaming platforms grouped together as addendums in the new edition. Plus, find bonus recipe variations within the book that are exclusively for our readers.

Cook Along with Bridget and Julia

Enjoy mastering a new recipe while tuning in to and following along with new episodes of America’s Test Kitchen with all-new recipes. Every recipe that has appeared on the show is in this cookbook, along with the test kitchen's indispensable notes and tips. You’ll also find a shopping guide that shows what ingredients the ATK Reviews team recommends so that you can re-create the exact dish you see on your screen.

New and Improved Shopping Guide

Enjoy mastering a new recipe while tuning in to and following along with new episodes of America’s Test Kitchen with all-new recipes. Every recipe that has appeared on the show is in this cookbook, along with the test kitchen's indispensable notes and tips. You’ll also find a shopping guide that shows what ingredients the ATK Reviews team recommends so that you can re-create the exact dish you see on your screen.