17 Christmas Cookies That Are Totally Gluten-Free

Christmas cookies are a staple for the holiday season, but they aren't always a treat for people who cannot or choose to not eat gluten. Thankfully, there are a number of holiday cookies that don't include gluten. Try these gluten-free Christmas cookies this season.

Peppermint Chocolate Christmas Tree Cookies

These peppermint chocolate Christmas tree cookies are made from meringue so they are naturally gluten free and plenty sweet. Sprinkled with candy canes and dipped in chocolate, they are easy to make. As an added bonus for anyone with a dairy allergy, they are dairy free.

Gluten-Free Gingerbread Men

Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas with out gingerbread, so why not give this great gluten free twist a try. It has just the right amount of sweet and spice, and are nice and crispy. They are sweetened with honey, which is great news for anyone avoiding processed sugar.

Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Not a tradtional Christmas cookie, but still delicious. Healthy and tasty, these cookies are made with gluten free oat flour. Your family and friends are sure to love them.

Vanilla Bean Snickerdoodles

Snickerdoodles are another classic must have cookie during Christmastime. These cinnamon based cookies will have your kitchen smelling sweet all day. With the right amount of sweet and spice, everyone will be asking for more.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein No Bake Cookies

These cookies look and taste sinfully delicious, but they are actually healthy for you. High in protein and low in sugar and fat, you don’t have to feel guilty about eating these. They are no-bake which is a perfect way to save time during the busy holiday season.

Raw Peppermint Bark Blondies

Tis the season for peppermint. You can’t have too many cookies made from this sweet, minty dessert. These cookies are gluten free, vegan, paleo and delicious, so they should satisfy everyone on your Christmas list.

Rich Nutella Truffles

Everyone loves the chocolate nutty goodness of Nutella, and these sweet treats are sure to satisfy all your cravings. Naturally gluten free, these “truffles” are halfway between a rich, chocolaty truffle and warm soft gooey cookie. A mix of hazelnuts, dates, and cocoa powder is used to make the “flour.”

No-Bake Persimmon Snowballs

Snowballs are another classic Christmas cookie, and these persimmon snowballs have a unique and delicious twist. These are no bake, so they are perfect for making cookies with the kids. They use persimmon date fluff as a healthy replacement for marshmallow fluff.

Spiced Pumpkin Cookies

Pumpkin might not be a traditional Christmas cookie, but it should be. Pumpkin is so delicious it shouldn’t be confined to a single season. These spiced pumpkin cookies are a perfect example of why.

Healthy Holiday Linzer Cookies

Linzer cookies are another example of a holiday favorite. Dusted with sugar, and with sweet jam sandwiched between two cookies, everyone will be asking for more. The brown rice flour makes them extra healthy.

Christmas Tree Meringues

Meringues are naturally gluten and dairy free and are easy to make. With the right icing tips they are easy to make into a tree. You will have fun decorating and eating these.

Paleo Gingerbread Cookies

You can never have enough gingerbread cookie recipies during Christmastime. This one is also paleo so it will satisfy everyone. Easy to make and decorate, this is a classic that is sure to please.

Cranberry White Chocolate Pecan Cookies

Not necessarily a traditional favorite, but beautiful and delicious nonetheless. Red cranberries and white chocolate are beautiful Christmas colors. The pecans add extra protein and crunch or you can leave them out if you prefer.

Persian Rice Flour Cookies

This traditional Persian cookie is a tasty tree everyone will enjoy. Made with pistachios and spiced with cardamom, they are spicy and savory. All the nut lovers in your family will enjoy them.

Decadent Chocolate Truffles

Truffles aren’t really a cookie, but these ones are hearty enough to satisfy you. Made from unrefined sugars and dark chocolate these are delicious. They are vegan too.