Vegan Holiday Spiced Cookies: A Taste of Christmas Cheer in Every Bite

The air is crisp, lights are twinkling, and the sweet scent of cinnamon and nutmeg fills the kitchen — the holidays are finally here! And nothing says Christmas quite like the joy of baking cookies. There’s just something magical about turning on soft Christmas music, slipping on your favorite cozy sweater, and filling your home with the warmth of freshly baked treats.

This year, I wanted to create a cookie that captured all the best parts of the holiday season — the comforting spices, the festive sweetness, and the togetherness that comes from sharing a plate of cookies with loved ones. The result? Vegan Holiday Spiced Cookies — soft, chewy, perfectly sweet, and packed with cinnamon, nutmeg, and a drizzle of maple glaze that makes every bite taste like Christmas morning.

And the best part? They’re 100% vegan, made without dairy, eggs, or refined ingredients — so you can indulge with joy and still feel great.

✨ The Story Behind These Cookies

Growing up, my favorite Christmas memories always started in the kitchen. My mom would pull out her big tin of cookie cutters and a jar of molasses, and we’d spend hours rolling, cutting, and laughing. Back then, our recipes weren’t vegan — but I remember the smell, the laughter, and the sense of love that filled the air.

When I started eating plant-based, I didn’t want to give up that tradition. I wanted to keep the nostalgia but with ingredients that align with a healthier, kinder lifestyle. So, I took those classic holiday spices — cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves — and reimagined them with plant-based ingredients that are every bit as delicious and festive.

These cookies remind me that traditions can evolve. You can bake with compassion and still keep the spirit of the holidays alive.

🎁 The Magic of Holiday Spices

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What makes these cookies so special is their blend of warming spices — the same ones that make your kitchen smell like Christmas.

• Cinnamon brings a sweet, woodsy warmth.

• Ginger adds a little cozy kick that balances the sweetness.

• Nutmeg brings depth and that unmistakable holiday aroma.

• Cloves (just a pinch!) create a hint of nostalgia that feels like Grandma’s kitchen.

Each spice works in harmony to give the cookies that “holiday in every bite” flavor.

If you close your eyes while baking them, you might just imagine carolers singing outside or the glow of a fireplace nearby.

🧈 Why These Cookies Are Perfectly Vegan

You won’t miss a thing with this vegan version — in fact, you might prefer them!

Traditional cookies rely on butter and eggs for moisture and richness, but in this recipe, we use plant-based alternatives that make the texture soft and chewy without any animal products.

• Coconut oil or vegan butter gives that buttery richness.

• Molasses and maple syrup add natural sweetness and depth of flavor.

• Plant milk helps create a smooth, soft dough.

• Coconut sugar gives the cookies a beautiful golden color and subtle caramel undertone.

Together, these ingredients make for cookies that are tender, flavorful, and satisfying — all without dairy or eggs.

❤️ Tips

• For extra sparkle, roll dough balls in coarse sugar before baking.

• Add chopped pecans or dried cranberries for a festive twist.

• Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

• You may also enjoy these recipes:
  

  Walnut Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Cookies

  Rudolph Sugar Cookies Decorated

  Oil-Free Vegan Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread

Vegan Holiday Spiced Cookies: A Taste of Christmas Cheer in Every Bite

vicky schulte

These soft and chewy cookies are filled with cozy holiday flavors — cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger — and drizzled with a sweet maple glaze. Perfect with a cup of hot cocoa or herbal tea. Completely vegan and dairy-free!

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Servings 6

Ingredients

  

Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves

Wet Ingredients

• 1/2 cup coconut sugar
• 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted (or vegan butter)
• 1/4 cup unsulphured molasses
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 2 tbsp plant-based milk
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Maple Glaze

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 1-2 tsp plant milk
• Whisk until smooth and drizzle on cookies

Instructions

 

• Preheat OvenPreheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Mix Dry IngredientsIn a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices.
• Combine Wet IngredientsIn a large bowl, whisk together melted coconut oil, sugar, molasses, maple syrup, milk, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
• Form the DoughGradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir until a soft dough forms. If too sticky, chill for 15 minutes.
• Shape and BakeScoop 1½ tablespoon portions, roll into balls, and place 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.Flatten slightly with your hand or the back of a spoon.

  Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are set and the centers look soft.
• Cool CompletelyLet cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.
• Make Maple Glaze and drizzle onto cookies.

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