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35+ Best Gluten-Free Christmas Cookies: Easy Recipes Everyone Will Love!

Published: Nov 21, 2024 by Sharon McCaskill · Modified: Nov 21, 2024 · ✅Edited and Reviewed by: Sharon McCaskill, MA, RDN · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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Looking for the best gluten-free Christmas cookies for Santa? Whether you’re baking for family gatherings, holiday parties, or simply to enjoy a cozy treat at home, these recipes are sure to bring joy and cheer to everyone—gluten-free or not! 

Time to whip out your cookie sheet and try out one of these flavorful and allergy-friendly treats. In this article, we've gathered a collection of mouthwatering gluten-free cookie recipes that are perfect for the holidays and will delight your taste buds and accommodate your dietary needs with every scrumptious bite.

Keep reading for all these recipes or use the table of contents below to jump to the recipe of your choice!

Jump to:
  • 🎄🍪 The Best Gluten-Free Christmas Cookies
  • 🎅 Final Thoughts On The Best Gluten Free Cookie Recipes
  • ❤️💚 Did you love these gf Christmas cookies?
  • 🔔 More Gluten-Free Holiday Articles
  • Thanks for checking out this collection of gluten free holiday cookies!
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The gluten-free guide below is based on personal experience and research.  Always be sure to discuss any medical changes with your doctor for your personal medical needs. Additionally, this post contains affiliate links.  As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. My full disclosure isn’t that interesting, but you can find it here. 

🎄🍪 The Best Gluten-Free Christmas Cookies

Whether you're a baking enthusiast or just seeking a sweet treat, these Christmas cookie recipes, that are completely gluten free, promise indulgence without compromising your dietary restrictions. Check out the recipes below to embark on a cookie adventure that caters to all tastes and dietary needs!

Soft Christmas Sprinkle Sugar Cookies
These soft and fluffy Christmas sugar cookies are rolled in sprinkles for a festive touch. Gluten free, yet so delicious and easy to make! These no-chill, drop-style cookies make for quick and easy holiday baking and are so delicious!
Check out this recipe
gluten free christmas sprinkle sugar cookies with red and green sprinkles
Gluten Free Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
These gluten-free Chocolate Peppermint Cookies have a rich dark chocolate flavor, paired with sweet peppermint in the perfect chewy & a slightly crunchy texture!
Check out this recipe
Gluten Free Chocolate Peppermint Cookies with white chocolate chips and peppermint candy on baking tray
Almond Chocolate Chip Cookies
Get ready to elevate your cookie game with Almond Chocolate Chip Cookies! These vegan and gluten-free almond chocolate chip cookies are the perfect texture, made with almond flour or sunflower seed flour (which makes a nut-free and more sustainable choice).
Get the recipe for almond chocolate chip cookies here.
dairy free almond chocolate chip cookies on parchment
Gluten Free Christmas Pinwheel Cookies
Gluten free Christmas pinwheel cookies are a holiday favorite. These Italian Christmas swirl cookies look like elegant bakery cookies.
Check out this recipe
gluten free christmas pinwheel cookies on plate
Blackberry Oatmeal Cookies
These blackberry oatmeal cookies are a fun sweet treat, made with fresh fruit and a hint of ginger. You can't find a more amazing gluten free cookie than this!
Get the recipe for Blackberry Oatmeal Cookies here.
gluten free dairy free blackberry oatmeal cookies on parchment with fresh blackberries
Gluten-Free Soft Molasses Cookies
Soft & chewy Gluten-Free Molasses Cookies! These perfect old-fashioned molasses cookies are vegan, allergy-free, rich with deep warm flavor making it an easy gluten free cookie recipe!
Check out this recipe
Gluten-Free Sugar Cookies
The next time you have a sweet craving, get ready to devour the chewiest Gluten-Free Sugar Cookies! They are quick and easy to make with just eight ingredients!
Get the recipe for gluten free vegan sugar cookies here.
dairy free gluten free sugar cookies on stone platter set on wooden counter
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Blueberry Peach Oatmeal Cookies
Savor the fusion of fresh peaches and wild blueberries in these gluten-free oat cookies. Made with soaked organic oats and apple sauce, they offer a nutritious bite. A sprinkle of maple sugar adds a sweet finish. Perfect for a quick breakfast or snack!
Get the recipe for Blueberry Peach Oatmeal Cookies here.
gluten free dairy free blueberry peach oatmeal cookies stacked
Vegan Tahini Cookies
Tahini lovers will adore these flavorful cookies. These gluten-free goodies blend the rich, nutty goodness of tahini with a touch of sweetness. They are naturally dairy-free, gluten-free and delicious!
Get the recipe for vegan tahini cookies here.
gluten free vegan tahini cookies on white plate set on stone counter with a lemon
Gluten Free Sugar Cookies
These tender and sweet Gluten Free Dairy Free Sugar Cookies are the perfect blank canvases for decorating gluten free xmas cookies this holiday season.
Check out this recipe
gluten free sugar cookies for holiday decorating
Healthy Brownie Cookies
Fudgy gooey dark chocolate goodness, let's make these healthy brownie cookies! You only need 1 large mixing bowl to make them. It's hard to guess that there is no dairy or gluten in these delicious cookies!
Get the recipe for Healthy Brownie Cookies here.
healthy brownie cookies stacked on baking rack
Gluten Free Thin Mints
These gluten free thin mints are not just a close enough copycat, they taste just like the real thing. They are crunchy and coated in vegan chocolate with just the right amount of mint. Plus, making homemade Thin Mints means you can go for the highest quality ingredients, so they might even be a little better than the original.
Get the recipe for Gluten Free Thin Mints here.
dairy free gluten free thin mint cookies on parchment
Gluten Free Rainbow Cookies
These gluten-free rainbow cookies with layers of green, red and white almond cake are a stunning and crowd-pleasing holiday dessert.
Check out this recipe
Gluten Free Rainbow Cookies on plate with fork
Mango Grain Free Cookies
Get ready to transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with these Almond Flour Tropical Mango Cookies! These gluten-free cookies burst with amazing fruity flavors and they're in and out of the oven in a jiffy.
Get the recipe for Mango Grain Free Cookies here.
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Lemon Almond Cookies
These almond lemon cookies are a rich and delicious treat, and you won't believe that they are gluten and dairy-free! You'll only need a handful of ingredients, and you're on your way to amazing bites of lemony goodness!
Get the recipe for Lemon Almond Cookies here.
gluten free dairy free almond lemon cookies with lemon glaze stacked
Vegan Gluten Free Triple Chocolate Cookies
These vegan gluten-free triple chocolate cookies are packed with chocolate and made with oil instead of butter. If you're craving a little bit of sweetness and a whole lot of chocolate, these are sure to be a hit! They have crispy edges and a soft chewy center!
Get the recipe for Vegan Gluten Free Triple Chocolate Cookies here.
gluten free vegan triple chocolate cookies on parchment
Gluten Free Stained Glass Christmas Cookies
These gluten free stained glass Christmas cookies are so pretty! Also known as windowpane cookies, these are sure to delight everybody.
Check out this recipe
gluten free stained glass christmas cookies
Three Ingredient Almond Flour Shortbread Cookies
Easy almond flour shortbread cookies that are delightfully crispy and made with only 3 ingredients! They are healthy, vegan, gluten-free, paleo, keto and can be made oil-free.
Get the recipe for Almond Flour Shortbread Cookies here.
vegan almond flour shortbread cookies stacked on baking tray with parchment
Italian Pistachio Cookies
These nutty pistachio cookies are chewy, sweet and delicious not to mention naturally gluten and dairy-free!
Get the recipe for Italian Pistachio Cookies here.
gluten free Italian pistachio cookies on white plate with greenery
Gluten Free Gingerbread Men Cookies
This Gluten free gingerbread men cookies recipe is perfect for making gluten free gingerbread men or a gluten free gingerbread house.
Check out this recipe
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Vegan Matcha Cookies
Matcha latte lover, meet your new obsession. Perfectly sweet with the light flavor of matcha, these cookies are the perfect unconventional cookie to share.
Get the recipe for Vegan Matcha Cookies here.
gluten free vegan matcha cookies stacked on parchment
Vegan Gingersnaps
These crisp and chewy gingersnaps are full of warm spice flavor. There is nothing cozier than enjoying one of these crispy cookies with a warm drink on a cold day.
Get the recipe for Vegan Gingersnaps here.
gluten free vegan gingersnap cookie broken in half on parchment
Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies
These gluten and dairy-free chocolate chip cookies are simply the best healthy cookies around! They’re melt-in-your-mouth soft and insanely delicious!
Get the recipe for Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies here.
dairy free gluten free chocolate chip cookies on baking sheet with parchment
Gluten Free Dairy Free Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie
You won't miss the gluten or the dairy in this Gluten Free Dairy Free Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie. This dessert is easy to mix in one large bowl and you don’t have to scoop them out on a baking sheet!
Get the recipe for Gluten Free Dairy Free Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookies here.
gluten free dairy free chocolate chip skillet cookie with slice cut out and cup of coffee
Gluten Free Peanut Butter Thumbprint Cookies
PB&J lovers, this sweet treat is for you! Gluten-free peanut butter thumbprint cookies with raspberry jam make the best cookies. The center of each cookie gets a dollop of fruity jam, and the base is a soft, sweet, and delicious 3-ingredient peanut butter cookie. They are made with peanut butter, oat flour, maple syrup, and raspberry jam – that’s it!
Get the recipe for Peanut Butter Thumbprint Cookies here.
gluten free dairy free peanut butter jelly thumbprint cookies on grey plate
Snowball Cookies
These Snowball Cookies (often called Mexican Wedding Cookies) are melt-in-your-mouth delicious, nutty, and delicate. They're also gluten-free, corn-free, soy-free, dairy-free, and vegan!
Get the recipe for Mexican Wedding Cookies here.
gluten free dairy free mexican wedding cookies on black plate
Chocolate Pizzelle Cookie
This gluten and dairy free Chocolate Pizzelle Cookie is based on a favorite Italian waffle-like cookie. Made with a pizzelle waffle press and ready in minutes, they are the perfect addition to any cookie tin.
Get the recipe for Chocolate Pizzelle Cookie here.
dairy free gluten free chocolate pizzelle cookies stacked on white plate
Oat Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
Take a classic chocolate chip cookie and make it gluten-free! These Oat Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies have crisp golden edges, soft gooey centers and are naturally gluten free! You'll be hooked after your first batch.
Get the recipe for Oat Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies here.
dairy free oat flour chocolate chip cookies on white plate on tea towel
Gluten Free Pumpkin Cookies
These Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Cookies are brimming with pumpkin goodness, gently seasoned with cinnamon, and generously loaded with chocolate chips. Making them is a breeze, as they call for basic ingredients that you probably already have at your fingertips. They're not just a holiday cookie, you'll crave them every day.
Get the recipe for Gluten Free Pumpkin Cookies here.
dairy free gluten free pumpkin cookies on parchment
Almond Flour Shortbread Cookies
These Almond Flour Shortbread Cookies are delicate, with crisp edges and entirely gluten-free! They’re made with almond extract to pack in extra flavor! If you're in a cookie exchange this upcoming holiday season, don't miss out on this recipe!
Get the recipe for Almond Flour Shortbread Cookies here.
dairy free almond flour shortbread cookies drizzled with chocolate on a cooling rack with parchment
Gluten Free Vegan Macadamia Cookies
Soft, chewy cookies with crispy edges, just like the bakery. These cookies are made with simple ingredients and are ready to eat in less than 30 minutes.
Get the recipe for Gluten Free Vegan Macadamia Cookies here.
dairy free gluten free macadamia cookies stacked on marble counter
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Gluten-Free Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies
Take gluten-free chocolate chip cookies to the next level... With a soft interior, a touch of crispiness on the outside, and an abundance of minty goodness, these gluten-free mint chocolate chip cookies are irresistible. The icing on the cake? They're generously filled with gooey, melty dairy free chocolate chips.
Get the recipe for Gluten-Free Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies here.
dairy free gluten-free mint chocolate chip cookie on parchment
Italian Amaretti Cookies
These homemade amaretti cookies are a simple take on the classic Italian biscuits. They are sweet, chewy, and naturally gluten free!
Get the recipe for Italian Amaretti Cookies here.
Italian amaretti cookies on decorative plate
Pignoli Cookies
Need to satisfy your sweet tooth? Pignoli Cookies, or pine nut cookies, are a classic Italian recipe. They're chewy, sweet, naturally gluten free and dairy free and only require 5 ingredients!
Get the recipe for Pignoli Cookies here.
gluten free dairy free pignoli cookies on metal tray
Paleo Chocolate Chunk Cookies
These Paleo Chocolate Chunk Cookies are chewy, chocolatey and only take 20 minutes to make! This easy recipe tastes rich and decadent but is made with wholesome ingredients for a healthier cookie that's gluten/grain free, dairy free, refined sugar free and absolutely delicious.
Get the recipe for Paleo Chocolate Chunk Cookies here.
paleo chocolate chunk cookies on platter with hand dunking one cookie into milk
Gluten Free Peanut Butter Cookies
Gluten-free baking doesn't have to be complicated! These flourless peanut butter cookies taste deliciously nutty and crunchy. With just 3 simple ingredients, they’re an easy treat to whip up in no time!
Get the recipe for Gluten Free Peanut Butter Cookies here.
dairy free gluten free peanut butter cookies on cooling rack over dark grey counter

🎅 Final Thoughts On The Best Gluten Free Cookie Recipes

Go ahead, and bake your heart out! Whether you're dealing with multiple food allergies or trying to make a vegan diet work with your gluten-free lifestyle, there are so many great gluten-free dairy-free cookies on this big list! Which of these delicious gluten free treats are you going to whip up first? 

From classic chocolate chip to inventive twists, these cookies are a testament to the creativity and deliciousness that can be achieved with allergen-free recipes. 

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