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Perfect Vegan Holiday Cookies for Your Christmas Swap

This article is written by a student writer from the Spoon University at UVM chapter.

Holiday cookie swaps are very popular in America. Not only are you only responsible with making one kind of cookie, but you get to sample a bunch of different cookie sizes and shapes! Here are some vegan cookie recipes to include in your swap this holiday season! 

Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

This recipe has by far the best ratings on Pinterest. It gets its moistness from unsweetened applesauce, coconut milk, and coconut oil. If you’re looking for vegan chocolate chips, I recommend purchasing Trader Joe’s semisweet chips (they’re accidentally vegan) or Enjoy Life brand chips. 

Vegan Crinkle Cookies

These cookies are like little brownies in your mouth! 

Vegan Gingerbread Cookies

These are arguably the best cookies to eat with a warm cup of vegan hot cocoa. They’re filled with warm spices that will make you feel cozy this season!

Vegan Jam Thumbprint Cookies 

Jam thumbprints are one of the most quintessential holiday cookies. Although I prefer raspberry jam, you can choose any flavor that suits you! 

Vegan Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies 

They might be called “blossoms” by many, but I prefer the term “delicious!” 

Vegan Snickerdoodles

If you want to try and replicate the snickerdoodle flavor, make sure you have cream of tartar on hand! 

Vegan Snowball Cookies 

Pecans give snowballs their classic holiday flavor. 

Vegan Salted Caramel Coconut Thumbprint Cookies 

These cookies get their sweetness from coconut and dates! 

Sara found her passion for writing and editing as an editorial intern (and later copy editor, managing editor, and editorial director) at bSmart Guide: an online women's publishing platform focused on women's wellness and professional mentorship. She became the president and editorial director at Spoon University-Vermont in March 2020. When she's not writing, Sara enjoys reading, fitness, yoga, and hiking. She currently lives in Vermont and studies Environmental Studies, Food Systems, and Nutrition & Food Science at UVM. After graduation, she plans on pursuing a M.S. in Agricultural Extension Education and becoming a 4-H Youth Development Coordinator.