The Best Gluten Free Christmas Cookies of 2023

I don’t know about you, but 2023 has been a doozy of a year for me and my family. Once the holiday music starts to play, though, my thoughts turn to cookies. I’m a cookie lover in all seasons, so I feel like Christmastime and its focus on cookies of all sorts suits me just fine.

With a few simple ingredients, a good quality gluten free flour blend, a cookie sheet, cookie cutters, and the right cookie recipes, you can make the perfect gluten free cookies for the holiday season.

From gluten free gingerbread cookies to stained glass gluten free sugar cookies, your holiday cookie platter will be the best in the neighborhood. Even the gluten eaters gobblers will be impressed with your delicious festive cookies.

Make sure you always keep a few cookie baking staples on hand, and you’ll be able to whip up a batch of festive cookies whenever the mood or the need arises.

Vanilla extract, brown sugar, white sugar, chocolate chips, peanut butter, butter, and the right all purpose gluten free flour blend give you the base ingredients for pretty much any holiday cookie, whether you’re going for a chewy texture or a crisp one. One that’s dressed up, or one that’s a classic just as it is. 

Gluten Free Gingerbread Men

Step into the holiday season with these irresistibly soft and chewy gluten free gingerbread men. Packed with cozy spices and a touch of molasses, they’re a delightful addition to your gluten free holiday baking and are packed full of delightful seasonal flavors.

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Authentic Gluten Free Linzer Cookies

Authentic Gluten Free Linzer Cookies

Dive into the world of gourmet baking with these gluten free Linzer cookies. The delicate almond flour base pairs perfectly with the sweet raspberry layer inside. These cookies re-imagine a classic treat, staying true to the original, unmistakable flavors.

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Gluten Free Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies

These gluten free red velvet crinkle cookies have that gorgeous red hue and the snowy powdered sugar crinkles that make them a perfect addition to any cookie platter. A gluten free Christmas cookie that’s as visually striking as it is deliciously satisfying.

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Build Your Own Gluten Free Gingerbread House

How to make a gluten free gingerbread house, the easy way. All you need are two different shapes of gingerbread cookies, and plenty of icing!

Have some creative fun with this edible gluten free gingerbread house using aromatic gingerbread that bakes up stable but still tender, and adorn it with an array of colorful candies. This fun, festive project combines the joy of baking with the thrill of craft, all while keeping it gluten free.

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Gluten Free Snowball Cookies

These gluten free snowball cookies (also known as Russian tea cakes or Mexican wedding cookies) have a delicate, melt-in-your-mouth texture and taste of finely ground nuts and just-right dusting of powdered sugar. Bring a touch of winter magic to your dessert table!

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Gluten Free Butter Cookies | Spritz or Icebox Shapes

Indulge in the simple pleasure of these gluten free spritz and icebox cookies. Their buttery texture and delicate flavor make them a timeless favorite. Whether you’re enjoying them with a cup of tea or sharing them with loved ones, these cookies are make any occasion feel special.

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Stained Glass Gluten Free Sugar Cookies

The colorful, candy-filled centers and sweet sugar cookie frames of these stained glass cutout gluten free sugar cookies create a visually stunning and deliciously unique treat. These will be the “star” of any cookie plate or box. And they’ll ship well, too!

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Classic Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies | Thick & Chewy

Bring a touch of familiar comfort to your Christmas celebrations with these classic gluten free chocolate chip cookies. Their golden edges, soft centers, and generous chocolate chips create a heartwarming treat that’s perfect for the holiday season.

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Gluten Free Snickerdoodles Cookies

The soft, pillowy texture and comforting cinnamon-sugar flavor make these gluten free snickerdoodles a festive Christmas favorite. A classic cookie reimagined for the gluten-free holiday baker.

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Easy Gluten Free Drop Sugar Cookies

Enjoy the classic comfort of these gluten free drop sugar cookies. Their soft texture and sweet flavor make them a timeless favorite, and their drop cookie design means that there’s no rolling of the dough. Plus, you can decorate them with festive nonpareils or sprinkles so easily for a festive touch.

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Easy Gluten Free Shortbread Cookies

Butter gluten free shortbread cookies take on one of 5 different flavors when you add some mix-ins to the basic shortbread dough. Make the cookie dough ahead of time, and bake them whenever you’re ready to celebrate the holidays!

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Celebration Gluten Free Pinwheel Cookies

Make any holiday or occasion special with these gluten free celebration pinwheel cookies. They’re much easier than they look! Just tint the dough, roll it out, roll it up, and then slice and bake.

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