Holidays and Events Recipes Christmas Desserts Christmas Cookie Recipes 20 Gluten-Free Christmas Cookies By Corey Williams Corey Williams Corey Williams is a food writer for MyRecipes and Allrecipes. She has a decade of journalism experience. Allrecipes' editorial guidelines Published on December 16, 2020 Close Photo: Brenda Skidmore Gluten-free baking doesn't have to be boring. These seasonal cookie recipes are made with gluten-free substitutes, like almond flour and rice flour, so everyone can enjoy them. From traditional holiday staples (like Sugar Cutout Cookies, Gingersnaps, Gingerbread Cookies, and Buckeyes) to festive flavors you'll love (try these Brown Butter-Cassava Flour Snickerdoodles or these Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies), you'll find a new flourless favorite in this collection of gluten-free Christmas cookie recipes. 01 of 20 Buckeye Cookies III View Recipe Dianne You can't beat a classic no-bake cookie. These six-ingredient chocolate-covered peanut butter balls are not only exceptionally easy, they are great for gifting. 02 of 20 Gluten-Free Sugar Cookies View Recipe Brenda Skidmore How festive are these cute cutout cookies? You can use any glute-free flour you have on hand. Reviewer Buckwheat Queen says they are quite sturdy, so they hold up well during decorating. 03 of 20 Gluten-Free Gingersnap Cookies View Recipe Isabel Carlisle Storolis "I decided to squeeze in one more holiday cookie recipe before the New Year," says recipe creator Isabel Carlisle Storolis. "These gluten-free gingersnaps are the best cookie I've ever made, and I might even go as far to say my new favorite cookie of all time!" 04 of 20 Coconut Bon Bons View Recipe Tpoirier You only need six easy-to-find ingredients (butter, confectioners' sugar, sweetened condensed milk, flaked coconut, semisweet chocolate, and shortening) to make these delicious and festive little balls. 05 of 20 Gluten-Free Hello Dolly Squares View Recipe Linda T These layered chocolate bars are easy, decadent, and free of gluten. People who like coconut will absolutely love this recipe. 06 of 20 Vegan Almond Flour Sugar Cookies View Recipe Fioa "Look no further for the best vegan and gluten-free sugar cookies," according to Fioa. "These vegan almond flour sugar cookies are so tasty and easy to make, and are great to decorate." 07 of 20 Brown Butter-Cassava Flour Snickerdoodles View Recipe Angela Sackett Superhotmama "These grain-free cassava flour cookies are made with coconut sugar, so they're much healthier than the traditional version, slightly less sweet, and full of cinnamon-y goodness," says recipe creator Angela Sackett Superhotmama. 08 of 20 Gluten-Free Snowball Cookies View Recipe Angela Sackett Superhotmama "These delicious cookies are both grain-free and gluten-free," says recipe creator Angela Sackett Superhotmama. "To make them paleo, substitute ghee or palm shortening for butter, and replace confectioners' sugar with finely powdered coconut sugar." 09 of 20 Gluten-Free Vegan Gingerbread Cookies View Recipe Fioa This gluten-free and vegan gingerbread cookie recipe — which calls for almond flour, arrowroot, and coconut oil — is as flavorful as it is festive. 10 of 20 Four-Ingredient Gluten-Free Italian Coconut Cookies View Recipe Buckwheat Queen You only need four ingredients (egg whites, sugar, shredded coconut, and gluten-free flour) to make these delicious Italian cookies. Recipe creator Buckwheat Queen suggests drizzling them with chocolate. 11 of 20 Gluten-Free Vegan Shortbread Cookies View Recipe Buckwheat Queen These five-ingredient shortbread cookies, made with vegan margarine and gluten-free flour, are perfect for people with dietary restrictions. 12 of 20 Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Cookies View Recipe Norah "This recipe is gluten-free and delicious," according to recipe creator Jackie. "Pecans are great in these, but feel free to use peanuts or any other nut you choose." 13 of 20 Salted Caramel Marshmallow Crispy Treats (Gluten Free) View Recipe Photo by ReneePaj. These sweet squares taste just like the grocery store favorite, but with caramel. This sweet and salty recipe is made with gluten-free crispy rice cereal. 14 of 20 Low-Carb Almond Coconut Sandies (Keto, Gluten-Free) View Recipe Photo by Julie Cleveland Roberts. "This is a slightly sweet cookie with a texture that reminds me of a pecan sandy," says recipe creator Melanie. "It is a perfect dessert for those on a low-carb or keto diet. For best taste, refrigerate before serving." 15 of 20 Gluten-Free Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies View Recipe Linda T These festive cookies, which are chewy on the inside and crunchy on the outside, are perfect for chocolate lovers. The recipe calls for rice flour, so it's perfect for gluten-free diets. 16 of 20 Pignoli Cookies I View Recipe linda ch This nutty and easy recipe calls for only five delicious ingredients: almond paste, white sugar, confectioners' sugar, egg whites, and pine nuts. 17 of 20 Peppermint Patties View Recipe coOkInGnUt "I have made these every year as one of many Christmas treats," says recipe creator PATTY STOCKTON. "My family really loves them, it wouldn't be Christmas without them!" 18 of 20 Cinnamon Stars View Recipe JFOCHEK You'll need a star-shaped cookie cutter for this seasonal recipe, which calls for ground almonds instead of all-purpose flour. Of course, they'll be just as tasty in any shape. 19 of 20 Peppermint Meringues View Recipe Amy What's the secret ingredient to perfectly light and fluffy meringues? Cream of tartar! Use a combination of red and green candy canes for a pop of festive color. 20 of 20 Amaretti View Recipe Photo by Lainey. "This is the classic Italian almond macaroon," according to recipe creator Kevin Ryan. "When first baked they are crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. As they sit, they get crunchy throughout." Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit