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