21 Easy Vegan Christmas Cookies (Free Recipes!) (2024)

If you are on the hunt for some of the best vegan Christmas cookies, you have come to the right place!

I have gathered some of the best free Christmas cookies recipes for you!

The holidays are always filled with rushing about from party to party. You never get a chance to rest and it always seems like everyone else is always eating!

As a vegan, it can be difficult to find vegan food at all the parties you are heading to and it seems even more overwhelming to find vegan Christmas desserts that you are able to eat.

With this list, those days are gone! These vegan Christmas cookies are easy to make and will wow a crowd. Even your pickiest”meat-eating” friend won’t be able to decipher that these cookies are baked without dairy!

Although recipes such as our vegan chocolate mousse fit well for the Christmas season, sometimes you just have a hankering for cookies! Tis, the season, right?!

There is a vegan Christmas cookie recipe for everyone. Whether you love chocolate like I do or prefer something fruity or sugary, you are going to love all the dairy-free Christmas cookies on this list!

Make sure to make some of our Easy Vegan Eggnog to serve alongside your cookies.

Come learn how to make classic Christmas cookies vegan!

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21 Easy Vegan Christmas Cookies (Free Recipes!)

Stacked Sugar Cookie Christmas Trees

These Stacked Sugar Cookie Christmas Trees are the star of the show! They are EPIC to make and eat and everyone loves them.

They use my soft and pillowy vegan sugar cookie recipe with some green vanilla vegan icing and are easier to make than you may think!

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Grandma’s Italian Butterball Cookies

Despite the name, these Italian butterball cookies are 100% VEGAN! They have been in my family for over 60 years and this is the exact way my Grandma has been baking them for generations!

They have made an appearance on every Christmas cookie tray I can ever remember! You won’t be disappointed!

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20-Minute Vegan White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies

I stand firm that these white chocolate cranberry cookies are good for any time of year! That being said, they are particularly great during the holidays!

They are some of my favorite vegan Christmas cookies because you can make them well in advance and freeze them until the big day! They are the perfect blend of flavors too!

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Vegan Matcha Cookies

These vegan matcha cookies are the perfect vegan Christmas cookies because they are green, just like a Christmas tree!

They are so easy to make and whip up in just 20 minutes! These cookies also store very well so if you want to make these vegan holiday cookies, you can make them in advance and freeze them for 1-2 months for Christmas.

They also use vegan white chocolate chips to take them to the next level. I mainly love them for Christmas because of the cute green color!

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Vegan Snickerdoodle Cookies

These vegan snickerdoodles are perfect for Christmas! They only use 8 ingredients and no cream of tarter so you will probably have everything on hand.

They only take about 20 minutes to make and are always a crowd favorite. This is the classic vegan Christmas cookie recipe that everyone should have on their cookie table!

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Vegan Double-Chocolate Chunk Cookies

There is always a chocolate lover at every party! That is why these double-chocolate chunk cookies are some of the best vegan Christmas cookies ever!

They are filled with two kinds of chocolate and nuts for added flavor. If you are making them for your vegan Christmas dinner, make sure to make enough for yourself as there won’t be any leftovers!

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Vegan No-Bake Eskimo Cookies

These easy Esikmo cookies are a sure-fire win for the holidays! One of my favorite family cookies we made around Christmas, made vegan and gluten-free: Chocolate No Bake Cookies! These are a favorite around our house and are so addicting.

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Vegan Thumbprint Cookies With Raspberry Jam

These are vegan thumbprint cookies just like my Grandma used to make! The combination of tart jam and a buttery-sweet crumb is pure bliss in every bite.

Of course, you can substitute the raspberry jam for the flavor of your choice. Feel free to play it up using blueberry or even peach jam for variety!

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Vegan Millionaire Shortbread Recipe

There is no better holiday dessert than millionaire shortbread. Although it isn’t in your traditional cookie shape, it is still considered a vegan Christmas cookie on this list! These non-dairy cookies are very rich, so all you need is 1-2 squares to feel satisfied!

You will love this healthy version of millionaire shortbread. They are vegan, refined sugar, dairy, and gluten-free. The perfect vegan Christmas treat! They also make great gifts for friends and family.

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Chewy Gluten-Free And Vegan Chocolate Gingerbread Cookies

If you are looking for a unique take on the traditional gingerbread cookies that you eat during the holidays, this is it! These Christmas vegan cookies are crispy on the outside, perfectly chewy on the inside, and HEALTHY!

These Chewy Gluten Free cookies are sure to be a holiday favorite! Go ahead, eat more than one!

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Vegan Sugar Cookies

If you are on the hunt for the perfect vegan sugar cookies, you have come to the right place! This vegan Christmas cookie recipe is no-chill so you don’t have to spend time waiting around. And, the cookies come out soft, chewy, and delightful!

It is the perfect dairy-free recipe for the holidays because you can easily customize it to suit your needs. Feel free to play with this recipe and get creative to wow your guests and please a crowd!

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Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies

What are the holidays without vegan peanut butter cookies? The best part is that this easy 1 bowl recipe makes 18 cookies! Each cookie rings in at 150 calories, making them a guilt-free vegan Christmas treat!

They are also a wonderful recipe to create if you are short on time because they are ready in just 12 minutes. Perfect for the Christmas potluck that you totally forgot about!

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No-Bake Vegan Snickerdoodle Energy Balls

These No-Bake Vegan Snickerdoodle Energy Balls are the perfect snack or healthier treat. If you want to eat a Christmas cookie for breakfast or after a workout, this is the yummy treat for you [and we won’t judge you!]

They are made with just a few simple ingredients and have that delicious cinnamon flavor that makes snickerdoodle cookies so tasty. They are gluten-free, dairy-free, refined sugar-free as well as vegetarian and vegan. The perfect healthier for your option when you need that snickerdoodle fix!

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Vegan S’mores Cookies

These crisp, chocolatey, gooey vegan Christmas cookies will remind you of sitting around a fire making s’ mores. They’re super easy to make and are gluten-free. A delicious addition to your holiday dessert table and they will be gobbled up in no time!

If you want to bring something different for the Christmas party, this is the perfect bet. They are also a surefire kid-pleaser if you have picky eaters.

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Vegan Kolaczki (Polish Christmas Cookies)

I remember these cookies from growing up! My Papa was Polish and my Grandma was Italian, but my grandma learned how to make all the traditional Polish cookies, including Kolaczki!

These tasty little cookies are light and flaky and filled with an easy homemade almond apricot jam. They look fancy but are very easy to make! Perfect for dessert tables, gifting to family and friends, or nibbling while decorating and watching holiday movies.

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Vegan Christmas Crescent Cookies

These eggless Christmas cookies are the star of gift cookie trays! They are rich, buttery, and light and their crispy nature evokes childhood nostalgia from holidays gone by.

They are 100% vegan and are also free of soy and gluten. Despite this, they are just as tasty as the crescent cookies you remember as a child!

This really is one of the best easy vegan Christmas baking recipes!

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Vegan Italian Spritz Cookies with Anise

These Vegan Anise Spritz Cookies are a take on the beloved Italian Cookie with Anise recipe from Grandma Nancy that has been updated to be a plant-based, vegan version of this soft cookie that tastes just as buttery and delicious as the original.

These are the perfect vegan Christmas cookies to please your Italian Nonna!

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Raw Rose Hip Cookies

If you are a raw vegan or are simply looking for something different for your Christmas cookie table, these Rose Hip Cookies are a unique and interesting splash of flavor. They only include two simple ingredients and are healthier than any other vegan Christmas dessert on this list!

In addition, they don’t contain any flour or sugar and are not baked meaning they are 100% raw! They are the perfect healthy vegan Christmas cookie and are great for kids because you can let them eat as many as they want!

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Salted Caramel & Pecan Vegan Shortbread Bars

The term cookie is debatable, right? As long as you set it on your Christmas cookie display, it is making this list! Because really, how can you leave these Salted Caramel and Pecan Vegan Shortbread bars off this list of the best vegan Christmas desserts? It would be a sin!

They are topped with fantastic salted caramel and toasted pecans. Slice them into smaller bars for the holidays and give them as gifts to all your friends!

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Vegan Chocolate Peppermint Cookies

Spread some cheer with the gift of baking! These Gluten-Free and vegan Peppermint Cookies are the perfect way to share small acts of kindness to brighten someone’s day.

The peppermint lends that traditional Christmas flavor and the chocolate makes for a unique and tasty combination for a vegan Christmas cookie.

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Vegan Almond Butter Blossom Cookies

What isn’t to love about this delicious vegan Christmas cookie recipe? These chewy, dense yet doughy cookies are easy and healthy, and they’re paleo, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, peanut-free, and refined sugar-free!

The almond butter lends a complex taste while allowing you to stay peanut-free and the chocolate adds a decadent delight in the middle of this memorable cookie.

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Vegan Pizzelles

Vegan pizzelles are so pretty and will add a dash of elegance to your Christmas dessert table. These Italian waffle cookies are often dusted with powdered sugar and feature an intricate design made with a press.

Traditionally, this recipe includes eggs and butter, but the dairy-free Christmas cookies version uses easy substitutes. They can also be made with different flavors depending on what you want.

You will not want to pass up these crisp, fancy Christmas cookies!

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Walnut Vegan Biscotti

These Walnut Vegan Biscotti are biscuit cookies perfect for dipping in drinks. Biscotti can come in all sorts of flavors, but these vegan Christmas treats feature walnuts and apricots. The ginger and cinnamon add a yummy spice flavor.

My recipe makes a large yield so there is plenty to go around during the holiday season!

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I hope you enjoyed all these tasty and delicious vegan Christmas cookie recipes. Many are easy to make and require few ingredients and a small time commitment.

Others are great to fit multiple dietary restrictions including gluten-free, paleo, peanut-free, and more! If you try these homemade holiday cookies, please comment below and tell us what you think!

21 Easy Vegan Christmas Cookies (Free Recipes!) (2024)

FAQs

What is the number 1 Christmas cookie? ›

Peanut Butter Blossoms are America's favorite Christmas cookie, based both on total number of pageviews from the U.S. population as a whole, and number of states that ranked it as their top cookie (which is six, by the way).

What is the least popular Christmas cookie? ›

On the naughty list of cookies, Americans gave the lowest win records to anise cookies, which only won 29% of its matchups.

What makes cookies not vegan? ›

Animal ingredients in cookies

Butter and eggs are the most common animal products found in cookies. In addition to butter, dairy can also make its way into store-bought cookies in the form of whey. While not as common, there are a number of boxed cookies that use honey for added sweetness.

What is the original Christmas cookie? ›

Modern Christmas cookies can trace their history to recipes from Medieval Europe biscuits, when many modern ingredients such as cinnamon, ginger, black pepper, almonds and dried fruit were introduced into the west.

What is the most eaten cookie in the world? ›

1. Chocolate chip cookies. What is the most popular type of cookie? It might just be this one.

What is the #1 cookie in the United States? ›

The chocolate chip cookie is far and away America's favorite cookie This should come as no surprise to anyone who enjoys the tasty treat. More than 53% of American adults prefer the cookies over the next most popular kind, peanut butter.

What is the 1 cookie in the US? ›

America's favorite cookie and the one dubbed “the American cookie” is the Chocolate chip cookie.

What is the most loved cookie? ›

Top 10 Cookie Flavors
  • Chocolate Chip Cookies.
  • Snickerdoodle.
  • Sugar Cookies.
  • Peanut Butter Cookies.
  • White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies.
  • Oatmeal Raisin Cookies.
  • Gingerbread Cookies.
  • Black & White Cookies.

What famous cookies are vegan? ›

Vegan Cookie Brands
  • Munk Pack Protein Cookies (Mail-order and retail distribution)
  • Enjoy Life Soft Baked Cookies (Amazon.com)
  • Lenny & Larry's (Amazon.com)
  • Ope's Cookies (Mail-order)
  • Uncle Eddie's (Mail-order and retail distribution)
  • Alternative Baking Company (Mail-order and retail distribution)

What can I use instead of butter for cookies vegan? ›

Here are some of the best vegan substitutes for butter.
  • Olive oil. This should be in everyone's kitchen. ...
  • Macadamia oil. A natural oil made from the cold pressing of macadamia nuts. ...
  • Rice oil. A delicate oil with a subtle flavour that is appreciated in baked goods. ...
  • Extra virgin coconut oil. ...
  • Avocado pulp.
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Why are my vegan cookies dry? ›

If you think vegan baked goods are dry and crumbly, you probably haven't had one that's been made with the right fat (or the right amount of fat), according to Konya. Butter is what makes traditional baked goods so darn tasty—as well as helps keep it all together—so you can't merely eliminate it and hope for the best.

What Hallmark movie was the cookie recipe stolen? ›

Annie faces her first obstacle as CEO of Cooper's Cookies when grandma's secret recipe is stolen. While investigating the theft, she works with local baker Sam to recreate the beloved recipe.

What are the most Googled Christmas cookies? ›

Italian Christmas Cookies grow as top cookie

Zoom in: Italian Christmas Cookies were the top cookie in 13 states, more than double the six states from 2022, Google Trends curator Katie Seaton told Axios. Seaton said the Italian cookies dominated the East Coast both this year and last year.

What country invented Christmas cookies? ›

The First Christmas Cookies

Those who would like to take credit for the invention of the Christmas cookie will have to arm wrestle the Germans for it. They believe that Weihnachtsplätzchen, a term that refers specifically to cookies and broadly to holiday treats, encompasses the origin of Christmas baking.

What is America's favorite holiday cookie? ›

Among those who can make a single choice, frosted sugar cookies lead the list (32%), with gingerbread (12%) and chocolate chip (11%) rounding out the top three. Snickerdoodles (6%) come in fourth place, followed by butter (4%), peanut butter (4%), and chocolate (4%) tying for fifth.

What is the most popular cookie in December? ›

What are the most popular Christmas cookies? Our survey found frosted sugar cookies and chocolate chip cookies to be the most popular Christmas cookies in the country. They were the fan favorites in 39 states.

What is the #1 cookie in the US? ›

Nearly 93% of all American households serve and enjoy cookies as treats or after meals. However, it's the chocolate chip cookie that's the most popular in the U.S. and around the world. How much do youknow about chocolate chip cookies?

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