I love this time of year, when the oven is cranking and the whole house smells like butter and sugar. And if you're baking gluten-free, you absolutely don't have to miss out on a single bite. I've rounded up 24 ridiculously good gluten-free Christmas cookies that are so easy and so delicious, everyone at your dessert table will be reaching for seconds.

1. Healthier Magic Cookie Bars

Grain-free, gluten-free, and vegan? These magic cookie bars definitely live up to their name. For the crust, I swap out the usual Graham Crackers for almond flour, shredded coconut, vanilla, and a few other good things. And instead of sweetened condensed milk, there's a clever coconut milk swap that works like a charm.

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2. Soft Gluten-Free Anisette Cookies

As the name tells you, these are delicious little bites of anise-flavored dough. Anise isn't a super common flavor, but it's the star of the show here and it's absolutely fantastic. They make such a fun, lovely change from the usual tired old cinnamon cookies.

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3. Gluten-Free Thumbprint Cookies

The vibrant, jewel-toned centers of thumbprint cookies always remind me of the holidays. Plus, they're just so insanely easy to make. This version is bursting with tons of bright lemon zest. That citrusy zing is such a lovely contrast to the sweet, fruity jam.

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4. Almond Crescent Cookies

These are light, crispy, and insanely buttery, the kind of recipe that feels like it came straight from your grandma's recipe box. They're a fantastic option if you want to keep things a little lighter. You can even customize them by using your favorite butter or a butter substitute. These cute little crescents are sweet, velvety, and perfect for a winter wonderland dessert table.

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5. Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Blossoms

Is there a more iconic duo than peanut butter and chocolate? These gluten-free peanut butter blossoms are the perfect marriage of both. They're so simple to throw together and are always, always a sure-fire hit. I mean, a soft, chewy peanut butter cookie with a chocolate kiss pressed right in the middle? You literally cannot go wrong.

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6. Gluten-Free Snowball Cookies

These little cuties look just like tiny snowballs, and they absolutely melt in your mouth. Don't worry, though, they taste a thousand times better than the real thing. The powdered sugar gives them this smooth, velvety finish that I can't get enough of. Plus, they're nutty, buttery, and wonderfully tender.

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7. Almond Flour Sugar Cookies

If you've got a serious sweet tooth, these sugar cookies are here to save the day. They're soft and tender in the middle with the most satisfying buttery, crispy edges. And get this: you only need three ingredients. Just almond flour, butter, and sugar, which basically makes them a kind of gluten-free shortbread rather than a classic sugar cookie.

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8. Raspberry White Chocolate Cookies

Raspberry and white chocolate are such a tasty pair. You get that tart pop from the berries playing perfectly against the sweet, creamy chocolate, and the colors are gorgeous together, too. It's a yummy duo and a wonderful choice for anyone who isn't crazy about cinnamon treats.

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9. Gluten-Free Chocolate Orange Cookies

Chocolate and orange cookies are easy to make and beyond delicious. If you've ever had a Terry's Chocolate Orange, you know exactly the kind of magic I'm talking about. These are fudgy, rich, and have just the right amount of bright citrus flavor.

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10. Gluten-Free Spritz Cookies

I make these fun, buttery cookies every single year. They're highly addictive, and since they're so small, you can't possibly stop at just one. They're made with just a few basic ingredients: gluten-free flour, eggs, butter, sugar, and vanilla or almond extract. They're elegant and dreamy. Use a cookie press to get those fun shapes, then bake until lightly golden. They take hardly any time at all and are oh-so-yummy.

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11. Gluten-Free Gingerbread Cookies

Just because you're skipping gluten doesn't mean you have to skip any of the holiday magic. These gluten-free gingerbread cookies are spiced, soft, and have the most delightful chew. I use a cozy mix of ginger, cinnamon, and brown sugar to get that perfect taste and texture just right. They're super fun to decorate and even more fun to eat, so call the kids over and get ready for a beautifully messy kitchen.

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12. Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies

Let's kick things off with the one and only, the forever favorite: chocolate chip cookies. These are the kind of classic, flawless cookies that feel like a warm hug no matter the season, but honestly, they hit different during the holidays. And here's my little trick: they're gluten-free and made with nutty, toasty browned butter. It's such a simple step, but oh my goodness, it takes them to a whole new level of yummy.

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13. Flourless Chocolate Cookies

No flour here, so these beauties are naturally gluten-free and absolutely incredible. They're deeply fudgy, wonderfully chewy, and basically like eating a rich brownie in cookie form. You only need five ingredients to make them, which is my kind of recipe. The tops get all crispy and crackly in the oven, and every single bite is pure chocolate heaven.

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14. Gluten-Free Molasses Cookies

Molasses cookies just taste like Christmas to me. They're soft, spiced, and super yummy, with that lovely pop of ginger and the crispness from the sugar coating. This recipe also has a little secret ingredient that makes them even better. You'll just have to bake a batch and see for yourself.

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15. Gluten-Free Sugar Cookies

You know those soft, pillowy frosted sugar cookies from the grocery store? These are my homemade, gluten-free take on that exact dream. Cut them into any shape your heart desires and they'll be the star of just about any holiday party. I'm talking Thanksgiving, New Year's, you name it.

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16. Healthy Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Salted Maple Frosting

Who says a cookie can't be both delicious and healthy? Whoever it was has clearly never tried these sensational pumpkin beauties! They're soft, flavorful, and crowned with a salted maple frosting that is a straight-up work of art. That frosting pairs so perfectly with the pumpkin, assuming it even makes it onto the cookie. I could eat that stuff straight off a spoon.

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17. Gluten-Free Pizzelle

These cookies look super fancy, like they came from a little Italian bakery, but they're actually pretty straightforward to make. You will need a Pizzelle iron, but trust me, once you taste these bad boys, you'll be pulling that thing out all the time. Serve them with a smear of hazelnut spread or a dusting of powdered sugar. Or get really fun and roll them into something like a cannoli. Yum!

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18. Gluten-Free Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle Cookies

With that snowy, powdered sugar finish, these look about as Christmassy as it gets. And they taste just as good as they look, promise. They're quite dark and rich, so they might not be the top pick for the little ones. That said, the powdered sugar coating keeps them perfectly sweet.

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19. Gluten-Free Shortbread Cookies

Shortbread is one of those wonderfully versatile doughs that you can transform in a ton of ways. Whether you're adding fun extras or a tasty glaze, one simple dough can become a whole tray of different cookies. They're buttery and crumbly, and let me tell you, they are so, so tasty topped with dark chocolate and candied ginger.

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20. Flourless Monster Cookies

Okay, these are another gluten-free gem that's just as heavenly but a little more on the hearty side. Monster cookies are my absolute faves, and I'm obsessed with this oaty version decked out in red and green sprinkles. They're effortlessly festive and guaranteed to be a total crowd-pleaser at any gathering.

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21. Gluten-Free Stained Glass Cookies

If you're looking for a recipe that'll totally impress, this is it. Stained glass cookies are absolutely stunning and crazy easy to make, too. You just roll out some gluten-free cookie dough and cut out your shapes. Then cut a smaller hole in the middle of each one. I like to chill the dough first, then pop a hard candy into each hole before baking. The candy melts into place, leaving you with a gorgeous stained-glass effect.

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22. Peppermint Meringue Cookies

Meringues are my ride-or-die when it comes to gluten-free baking. They're sweet, wonderfully crisp, and so easy to change up with different flavors. Even better, a few egg whites will give you a huge batch, making them perfect for big holiday parties. Oh, and if you tie them up in a pretty bag with some ribbon, they make the sweetest little Christmas gifts.

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23. Grain-Free Snickerdoodles

Snickerdoodles are a fall classic, but honestly, I'll take that cinnamon-sugar warmth all winter long. These grain-free cuties might just become a new baking tradition in your house. The recipe calls for a mix of almond flour and coconut flour, which gives them such a lovely texture that's not too crumbly.

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24. Gluten-Free Spice Sugar Cookies

If you've ever thought sugar cookies were missing a little something, these spiced cookies are your answer. There's cinnamon and nutmeg right in the dough, plus a delightfully spiced icing on top. They're absolutely brimming with festive flavor.

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