After a Year of Baking, the Vegan Christmas Cookie Lineup for 2023 Is Decided
Choosing which cookies make the final cut is never easy, but after a season of testing, tasting, and tweaking, this year’s Vegan Christmas Cookie lineup is ready. Whether you’re assembling a platter for family, gifting tins to friends, or baking to enjoy throughout the holidays, these selections offer variety, classic comfort, and a few surprising twists.
Surprising favorites and must-haves
This year includes a couple of unexpected picks: Lemon Blondies and Black and White Cookies. Both were pleasant surprises in testing—bright, zesty lemon balancing the richness of classic blondies, and the nostalgic charm of black and white cookies recreated in a vegan version. They’ve earned their place on the must-bake list.
My top picks for the Vegan Christmas Cookie Lineup 2023
If you don’t agree, explore the cookie archives in the recipe links below and build your own lineup
Below are the featured recipes. Each title links to the printable recipe and video tutorial so you can follow along easily and recreate these treats at home.
Bakery Spritz Cookies
No holiday cookie assortment feels complete without bakery-style spritz. These buttery, piped cookies are a festive staple—delicate, crisp around the edges, and perfect for decorating. If you want to simplify your baking plans, this one recipe can carry a large part of your holiday platter while still packing plenty of charm and flavor.
Grinch Blossoms
These playful Grinch Blossoms debuted this year and are an instant favorite. They’re simple to make and include homemade vegan chocolate kisses that nestle into the center while the cookies bake. Their bright green color and soft centers make them a delightful addition to any holiday tray.
Snowball Cookies
Classic snowball cookies are indispensable for a holiday assortment. Traditionally made with pecans or walnuts, these melt-in-your-mouth morsels can also be adapted with alternative nuts or seeds for those with allergies. Dust them generously with powdered sugar for that quintessential snowy look.
Rainbow Cookies
Another new favorite for 2023: Vegan Rainbow Cookies. More like tiny layered cakes than traditional cookies, they’re made with a homemade almond paste and assembled in colorful layers. The texture is tender and the almond flavor is prominent—these are perfect for anyone who loves a slightly retro, elegant treat.
Lemon Blondies
Lemon blondies might seem unconventional for a Christmas platter, but their bright citrus flavor adds a refreshing contrast to richer cookies. These bars are chewy, tangy, and studded with zesty lemon flavor—excellent for anyone who prefers something less sweet and more vibrant.
Fudge Brownies
Small, rich fudge brownies are a holiday must. Whether you prefer a from-scratch recipe or a well-executed box mix hack, these dense, chocolatey squares provide the intense flavor and fudgy texture that balance more delicate cookies on the tray.
Watch my 2018 Christmas Cookie Lineup here
This curated selection balances classic favorites, playful new arrivals, and crowd-pleasing textures and flavors—perfect for building a memorable vegan holiday cookie platter in 2023. Click any recipe title above for the full printable instructions and video tutorials to guide your baking.