These 29 gluten-free cookie recipes are anything but boring! From chewy classics to new favorites, you won’t miss the gluten one bit.
I used to think gluten-free cookies were destined to be dry, crumbly, and, well, disappointing. But after testing recipe after recipe over the years, I realized something amazing: gluten-free cookies can be every bit as soft, chewy, and delicious as traditional ones — when you use the right ingredients and techniques! This collection of 29 gluten-free cookie recipes proves you don’t have to compromise flavor or texture. Whether you’re baking for yourself or sharing with friends, these cookies are so good, no one will even miss the gluten.
Gluten-Free Cookie Baking Tips and Tricks
Want perfect gluten-free cookies every time? Here are a few tips to make sure your cookies turn out just as good as (or better than) the classics:
- Use a blend of flours: Gluten-free flour blends are your best friend. Look for ones that combine rice flour, tapioca starch, and xanthan gum for a texture closest to wheat flour.
- Don’t skip the xanthan gum: If your flour blend doesn’t already include xanthan or guar gum, add a teaspoon per cup of flour to help bind the dough and prevent crumbling.
- Chill the dough: Gluten-free cookie dough can be stickier than regular dough. Chilling it for at least 30 minutes makes it easier to handle and helps the cookies hold their shape.
- Watch the baking time: Gluten-free cookies can overbake quickly. Pull them out when the edges are just golden — don’t worry, they’ll firm up as they cool!
- Moisture is key: Ingredients like applesauce, nut butter, or coconut oil can add moisture and prevent dry cookies.
33 Gluten-Free Cookie Recipes You’ll Actually Love
Gluten Free Lemon Cookies
Sweet, tangy, and irresistibly delicious, these Gluten-Free Lemon Cookies are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while catering to dietary needs.
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Italian Cookies with Pistachio
Dive into this easy and oh-so-pretty recipe for Italian pistachio cookies and wrap them up as the perfect gift for a loved one. They’re dairy-free and gluten-free too!
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Gluten Free Molasses Cookies
Perfect for cozy gatherings or as a special treat just for you, these Gluten-Free Molasses Cookies offer the ultimate comfort with their soft, chewy texture. Whether you're gluten-intolerant or simply looking to try something new, these cookies are a must.
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Rich Chocolate Almond Flour Cookies
Soft, chewy, and with the perfect amount of sweetness. These chocolate almond flour cookies can be made for any occasion. @fitasamamabear
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Best Almond Flour Peanut Butter Cookies
Easy, healthy and delicious one bowl Almond Flour Peanut Butter Cookies that are rich in protein and naturally gluten-free and vegan.
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Flourless Oatmeal Cookies
This Flourless Oatmeal Cookies recipe offers a delicious gluten-free twist on the classic cookie. These cookies are a healthier treat option.
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Gluten Free Linzer Cookies Recipe
These Gluten-Free Linzer Cookies are a perfect holiday treat. Learn how to make these holiday cookies from Austria here with this delicious and easy recipe! Egg-free, with a dairy-free, nut-free and vegan option.
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Apple Butter Thumbprint Cookies
These delicious apple butter thumbprint cookies make a tasty treat. They have an apple butter-filled center and cinnamon sugar coating.
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The Best Gluten-Free Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies (Nut-Free)
These amazing Vegan Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies are made with sunflower and/or pumpkin seeds for a delightful texture, flavor, and added nutrition! No almond flour is to be found in this healthy cookie recipe that is fun, easy to make, nut-free and perfectly chewy, too!
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Gluten Free Stained Glass Christmas Cookies
These gluten free stained glass Christmas cookies are so pretty! Also known as windowpane cookies, these are sure to delight everybody.
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Forgotten Cookies, aka Forgotten Kisses
Forgotten Cookies, aka Forgotten Kisses, are a sweetly romantic and dreamy chocolate chip meringue cookie. rnrnrnrnrn
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Chocolate Almond Butter Gluten Free Thumbprint Cookies
Perfectly soft, chewy and pillowy Gluten-Free Thumbprint Cookies made with coconut flour, cacao powder, chocolate chunks, almond butter and a dusting of sea salt. These delicious cookies are easy to make, free of refined sugar and make a great healthy treat any time of the day!
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Naturally Sweetened Coconut Flour Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Keto Option)
These banana sweetened coconut flour cookies with 100% chocolate chips, make for one healthy no sugar added baked treat without any of the guilt! Gluten-free, dairy-free, refined sugar-free, low-carb + keto diet friendly.
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Easy Almond Meringue Cookies: Light, Sweet and Irresistible
Discover the secret to creating almond meringue cookies with a melt-in-your-mouth texture and a hint of nuttiness.
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Classic Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies
Soft, chewy, and delicious Paleo-friendly classic chocolate chip cookies are just like mom used to make! Make up a batch today!
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Gluten Free Christmas Pinwheel Cookies
Gluten free Christmas pinwheel cookies are a holiday favorite. These Italian Christmas swirl cookies look like elegant bakery cookies.
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Peanut Butter Cacao Nib Coconut Flour Cookies (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Refined Sugar-Free)
Are you looking for an alternative to chocolate chip cookies? These peanut butter coconut flour cookies are easy, healthy, delicious, require just one bowl and make a perfect recipe for trying out cacao (cocoa) nibs! Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Refined sugar-free cookies that are perfectly chewy and oh so TASTY!
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3-Ingredient Oatmeal Cookies – The Honour System
This 3-Ingredient Oatmeal Cookies recipe offers a sweet wholesome treat with minimal effort. Naturally sweetened and super delicious!
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Gluten-Free Trail Mix Cookies
These trail mix cookies are loaded with amazing flavor and taste!
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Almond Lemon Cookies – Healthy Lemon Almond Cookies – Chenée Today
Soft, delicious almond lemon cookies with a bright lemon glaze! Lemon almond shortbread cookies – vegan, gluten free, no refined sugars!
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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Spice Cookies
Incredibly delicious gluten-free roll out coconut sugar cookies in an easy to work with dough full of pumpkin spice flavor! Using refined sugar-free coconut sugar, buckwheat and almond flours, these make for a healthy treat, too! Enjoy these amazing cookies two ways: as a soft, thick and chewy cookie, or as a thin and crispy roll out cookie ready for use with your favorite cookie cutters. The perfect gluten-free autumn treat awaits!
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Amaretti Cookies
All Italian cookies are wonderful, but Amaretti cookies just have to be one of the best ever and they are naturally gluten free.
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Thick and Chewy Chocolate Chip Tahini Cookies (Gluten-Free, Flourless)
Thick, chewy, easy and delicious 5 ingredient gluten-free, dairy-free, flourless, refined sugar-free Chocolate Chip Tahini Cookies!
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Gluten Free Shortbread Cookies with Lavender, Ginger, Walnuts (Vegan)
Easy, quick and delicious Vegan Gluten-Free Shortbread Cookies with Lavender, Ginger and Walnut ! These beautiful little cookies make a great accompaniment to afternoon tea! Gluten-free, vegan, and free of refined sugar.
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Gluten Free Pumpkin Cookies
These soft and chewy Gluten Free Pumpkin Cookies are loaded with warm pumpkin spice flavors and rich chocolate chips. They’re the perfect sweet treat for all your fall festivities.
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Coconut Chocolate Chip Cookies – The Honour System
This Coconut Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe combines sweet coconut and decadent chocolate chips. They have a chewy texture and unique flavor.
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No Bake Monster Cookies
These gluten free no bake monster cookies are soft and sweet. They’re super-simple to make and are a colorful and fun option.
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Delicious Vegan Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cookies
Satisfy your sweet tooth with these vegan chocolate chip peanut butter cookies. Soft, chewy, gluten-free, and dairy-free, they’re irresistible!
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Chocolate Fudge Tahini Cookies
Chewy chocolate fudge tahini cookies are soft, fudgy and loaded with decadent chocolate. Sure satisfy your chocolate craving!
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