29 of the Best Christmas Cookies for Holiday Baking

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Break out your sheet pans and roll up those sleeves – it’s cookie time! We’ve gathered the best of the best for holiday baking in our roundup, from crisp and crunchy to soft and tender, dolloped, rolled, or cut out, dipped and decorated with royal icing. There’s something for everyone here! Read more now on Foodal.

Chickpea Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies (Gluten Free and Vegan)

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Can you make a tasty chocolate chip cookie that’s vegan and gluten free? It may seem impossible, but our delicious chickpea chocolate chip cookies will destroy any doubt. Garbanzo bean flour is a great gluten-free base, and these cookies are easy to make, with a slightly firm crust and chewy centers. Read more now.

Thin and Chewy Einkorn Spice Cookies

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Do you prefer soft and chewy over crispy and crunchy? Then you’ll be the biggest fan of these spiced einkorn cookies. Molasses and coconut sugar give these sweet treats their irresistibly soft texture, and a blend of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg provides the most wonderful aroma. Get the recipe now.

The Best Baking and Cookie Sheet Pans on the Market Today

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Looking for the very best cookie trays or baking sheets on the market today? You’ve come to the right place! Explore the different varieties and construction materials, and choose the right ones for your kitchen. We’ll break down exactly what you need to know before making your decision. Read more now.

Slice and Bake Gluten-Free Basil Shortbread Cookies

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These easy basil shortbread cookies are not only delicious, they’re also gluten free. They hold their shape and are anything but plain with the addition of basil, and they have a slight crumble – like a proper shortbread should. If you haven’t tried herbs in a cookie before, you’re in for a seriously amazing surprise.

An Easy Frosting-Free Way to Decorate Cupcakes

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Not a fan of frosting? Wish decorating desserts was easier, and less of a hassle? Try this super quick, no-frosting technique to make pretty cakes and cupcakes. All you have to do is dust powdered sugar or cocoa powder over a stencil to create the most beautiful designs on top of your favorite cake. Read more.

Gluten-Free Nutty Chocolate Coconut Cookies

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Nutty chocolate coconut cookies are crunchy and moist gluten-free treats that every chocolate lover will demand more of. Packed with a variety of textures and flavors, these baked goodies can be ready in just 20 minutes. No one will believe that they are gluten-free because they taste so darn good. Get the recipe now.

Buckwheat Ginger Cookies

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If you’re looking for a rich and chewy gluten-free cookie that’s bursting with a delightful combination of spices, bake these tasty buckwheat cookies. Cinnamon, cloves, and fresh ginger come together with sweet molasses and cane sugar to create an aromatic treat that’s easy to prepare. Get the recipe now.

May Your Desserts be Merry and Bright with Natural Tri-Color Christmas Cookies

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Are you on a mission this holiday season to go all-natural with your baking? Our tri-color einkorn Christmas cookies replace artificial food coloring with natural alternatives like matcha powder, ground turmeric, and beet juice. The colors are beautiful, and the cookies are sweet and buttery. Learn how to make them now.

10 Tips to Bake Perfect Cookies Every Time

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Whether it’s for a holiday, bake sale, potluck, or just to enjoy at home at snack time, there are so many reasons to make a delicious batch of cookies from scratch. And when you’re preparing to bake, you want to get everything just right. Follow our top 10 tips to create your best baked goods yet. Read more now.

How to Make an All-Butter Whole Grain Spelt Pie Crust

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You’ve had your fun with making traditional pie crusts. Let’s try something new for your next round of baking. This all-butter whole grain spelt pie crust has a delicate, flaky texture from the butter and a nutty flavor from the whole grain spelt flour. It’s a recipe that will be perfect with any filling. Read more.

Sink Your Teeth Into Big and Soft Ginger Cookies

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Not a huge fan of crunchy gingersnaps? We have the perfect option if you prefer something on the softer side. Make a delicious batch of our soft and chewy ginger cookies. We cover them in granulated sugar and bake them until puffy and aromatic, with beautiful crackles on top. Learn how to make the recipe now.