6 Yummy Vegan Christmas Cookies

Are you looking for a delicious vegan Christmas cookie recipe? Look no further! These cookies will surely please everyone at your holiday party, even the most die-hard meat-eaters. They contain only simple and healthy ingredients, so you can enjoy them without feeling guilty. Merry Christmas!

Vegan Christmas Gingerbread Cookies

Gingerbread cookies are a classic holiday treat, and this vegan version is just as good as the original.

Ingredients:

-1 cup all-purpose flour

-3/4 cup whole wheat flour

-1 cup brown sugar

-2 teaspoons ground ginger

-1 teaspoon cinnamon

-1/2 teaspoon baking powder

-1/2 teaspoon baking soda

-1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)

-6 tablespoons margarine, melted (plus more for greasing the baking sheet)

-2 tablespoons molasses

-1/4 cup almond milk (or other non-dairy milk of your choice)

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and grease a baking sheet with margarine or vegan butter.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flours, brown sugar, ginger, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt (if using).
3. Mix the melted margarine (or vegan butter), molasses, and milk in a separate bowl or large measuring cup.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir to combine. The dough should be a little sticky but not too wet.
5. Roll the dough into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the cookies are lightly brown around the edges.
6. Enjoy your delicious vegan Christmas gingerbread cookies!

Vegan Peanut Butter Jelly Christmas Cookies

These festive cookies are an extra special treat that everyone will love!

Ingredients:

-1 cup unsweetened peanut butter

-1/2 cup granulated sugar

-1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

-1/4 teaspoon salt

-1/2 cup all-purpose flour

-1/4 teaspoon baking soda

-1/4 teaspoon baking powder

-6 tablespoons (90 ml) vegetable oil

-2 cups (240 g) confectioners’ sugar

-1 1/2 teaspoons red food coloring

Instructions: 

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 
2. In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well. 
3. Whisk together flour, baking soda, and baking powder in another medium bowl. 
4. Add to peanut butter mixture and mix well. Stir in oil until well combined. The dough will be thick. 
5. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet. 
6. Bake for 8 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. 
7. Mix confectioners’ sugar and red food coloring in a small bowl until you achieve the desired color. 
8. Drizzle over cookies when cool enough to handle.

Vegan Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle Cookies

These decadent cookies make a great holiday treat!

Ingredients:

-1 cup vegan butter, softened

-2 cups granulated sugar

-2 teaspoons vanilla extract

-1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract (optional)

-3 tablespoons cocoa powder

-1/4 teaspoon baking soda (optional)

-2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

-1 cup vegan chocolate chips

-1/4 cup granulated sugar for rolling

-2 tablespoons chopped peppermint candies (optional)

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and grease a baking sheet with butter or margarine.
2. Cream the butter, 2 cups sugar, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract in a large bowl.
3. In a separate bowl, slowly whisk the cocoa powder and baking soda. Add to the butter mixture and stir until well combined.
4. Gradually add in the flour while stirring until a thick cookie dough forms. Fold in the chocolate chips.
5. Pour the granulated sugar into a shallow bowl. Use a spoon or your hands to form the dough into small balls, rolling them in the sugar until well-coated. Place on the prepared baking sheet and press down gently to flatten slightly.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the cookies are cracked on top and lightly browned around the edges. 
7. Cool on the baking sheet for at least 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your delicious chocolate peppermint cookies!

Vegan Orange Biscuits

These delicious biscuits are a great addition to your holiday meal!

Ingredients:

-2 1/2 cups (590 ml) all-purpose flour

-1 teaspoon baking powder

-1/4 cup (60 ml) vegetable shortening, such as Earth Balance vegan buttery sticks

-1/4 cup (60 ml) turbinado sugar

-1 teaspoon orange zest

-2/3 cup (160 ml) soy milk

-1 tablespoon granulated sugar

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. 
3. Add the shortening, Earth Balance vegan buttery sticks, 1/4 cup turbinado sugar, and orange zest. 
4. Using a pastry blender or your hands, cut the shortening into the flour mixture until it is well incorporated and looks like coarse crumbs.
5. Slowly add the soy milk to the flour mixture, stirring until just combined. The dough should be soft and moist but not sticky.
6. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough to 1/2-inch thickness (About 2 cm). Cut biscuits out of the dough using a biscuit cutter or knife. 
7. Place on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until lightly browned around the edges and set in the center. 
8. Sprinkle with sugar while still hot. 
9. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Vegan Cranberry Pistachio Shortbread Cookies

These delicious shortbread cookies are the perfect addition to your holiday dessert table!

Ingredients:

-1 cup (240 ml) vegan buttery sticks, softened

-1/2 cup (120 ml) sugar

-2 cups (480 ml) all-purpose flour

-1 teaspoon vanilla extract

-1 tablespoon almond milk

-1/2 cup (120 ml) chopped pistachios

-1/2 cup (120 ml) dried cranberries

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 
2. In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the vegan buttery sticks and sugar until light and fluffy. 
3. Add the flour, vanilla extract, and milk. Beat at low speed until just combined. 
4. Fold in the pistachios and cranberries by hand. 
5. Roll dough into a log about 2 inches (5 cm) wide. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes. 
6. Cut crosswise into 1/4-inch (6 mm) thick slices and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Bake for 13 to 15 minutes until lightly browned around the edges and set in the center. 
8. Cool on the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!

Vegan Chocolate Mint Cookies

These delicious chocolate mint cookies are the perfect treat to enjoy during the holiday season!

Ingredients:

-1/2 cup (120 ml) vegan buttery sticks, softened

-1/4 cup (60 ml) granulated sugar

-3/4 cup (180 ml) brown sugar

-2 tablespoons cocoa powder

-1 teaspoon peppermint extract

-1 cup (240 ml) all-purpose flour

-1/2 teaspoon baking soda

-1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together the vegan buttery sticks, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the cocoa powder, peppermint extract, flour, baking soda, and salt.
4. Beat on low speed until just combined.
5. Roll dough into a log about 2 inches (5 cm) wide. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes. 
6. Cut crosswise into 1/4-inch (6 mm) thick slices and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until set in the center. Cool completely before serving. Enjoy!

Impress Your Guests With One Of These Yummy Vegan Christmas Cookie Recipes!

In conclusion, if you want to impress your guests this holiday season with delicious, festive cookies, look no further than the recipes above! From gingerbread cookies to chocolate mint cookies, you will find a recipe that everyone will love. So what are you waiting for? Go ahead and start baking! Good luck!