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The holiday season has easily become synonymous with cookie season – from the cookies left out for Santa to the cookies shared with friends – and there's nothing quite like baking up a festive storm with your family during this most wonderful time of the year. But for those avoiding corn and its many derivatives, the usual cookie go-tos can feel frustratingly off limits. But don’t worry! We've rounded up our favorite corn-free cookie recipes so a little thing like corn won't keep you from reveling in holiday cookie bliss!
Note: When baking corn-free, a few simple tweaks can transform most recipes into safe treats. Since vanilla extract and confectioners sugar can sometimes contain sneaky unlisted corn derivatives, opt for the bright flavors of Cook’s Vanilla Extract (corn-free), fresh vanilla bean, orange zest or lemon zest instead, or simply omit the vanilla entirely. And forget store-bought powdered sugar - just blend up regular granulated sugar for a minute to make fresh, corn-free powdered sugar at home or you can buy Wholesome brand’s confectioner’s sugar which is corn-free!
First up, we have Italian Orange-Fig Cookies – a tasty chewy, gluten-free treat featuring the classic Italian flavors of orange and fig. With an almond flour base, these sophisticated cookies will be the star of any holiday spread.
For a buttery, melt-in-your mouth moment, try Shortbread Cookies. This easy 5-ingredient recipe creates a delicate treat perfect for dunking in tea or coffee.
For a festive and Instagram-worthy treat, try these (vegan) Christmas Tree Meringue Cookies! Made with just three ingredients - aquafaba, powdered sugar, and Emerald Pandan Leaf powder for a natural green hue – these cookies are as easy as they are impressive.
Finally, you can’t go wrong with Chewy Coconut Macaroons (especially when dipped in dark chocolate). With a short ingredient list of coconut, sugar, egg whites, vanilla and salt, they couldn't be easier.
With these four delicious cookie recipes in your holiday baking arsenal, you can fearlessly partake in the sweetest of seasonal traditions. Corn may be on the naughty list, but deliciousness definitely isn't. Happy holidays and joyous corn-free baking to all!
