Santa’s favourite treat is all the rage, with some new cookie purveyors garnering lineups of up to 50 sweet-toothed Torontonians. Our guest taste test judge, macaron mogul Nadège Nourian, puts some of the city’s top cookies to the test.
The Best Cookies in Toronto
“The selection was simple, classic but delicate and well-executed,” said Nourian of her cookies of choice. She appreciated that the flavours of each cookie were “well-balanced” and said “the quality of the ingredients was evident.”
12 Cumberland St., $7.00– $8.50 for 9–12 pieces
Nourian described these sablé-style cookies as “traditional,” noting that they had a “very pleasant taste.” The roasted almond cookie was a standout for Nourian, who said that its flavours were “reminiscent of classic Florentine biscuits.” 180 Steeles Ave. W., Priced by weight
Nourian said these cookies stood out for their unique flavours, particularly the purple yam cheesecake cookie with an ube jam filling. She added that the cookies from this Little Italy shop had a great texture, describing them as “fluffy.” 825 College St., $24.30 for 8
Nourian said the cookies from this North York bakery tasted the sweetest of the bunch. She praised the “creative flavours,” describing the varieties, which included a S’more flavour and colourful birthday cookie, as “playful and fun.” 1970 Avenue Rd., $2.75–$2.95 each
Nourian thought these inventive cookies offered a nice balance of savoury and sweet flavours. Her top pick was the Golden Crunch, which features a whimsical combo of milk chocolate paired with golden honeycomb to evoke a Crunchie bar. 130 Cawthra Ave., $23 for 7
