Crispy, buttery, and full of nutty flavor – this quick and easy vegan hazelnut cookie recipe is foolproof! These nut cookies also work well with almonds or other nuts and are perfect for Christmas, Easter, or simply as a snack with coffee or tea!
The Best Vegan Hazelnut Cookies – Simple & Foolproof
If you’re looking for delicious vegan Christmas cookies that smell amazing, melt in your mouth, and make lovely homemade gifts, this recipe is for you. Whether it’s for the holidays or just because – these hazelnut cookies are crispy, tender, and completely plant-based.
Why You’ll Love These Vegan Nut Cookies
These hazelnut cookies are not only quick and easy to make but also:
- Vegan and egg-free – made with plant-based butter or margarine.
- Ready in minutes – the dough prepared in just 10 minutes.
- Perfect for gifting – they store beautifully and keep their flavor.
- Rich and flavorful – a combination of hazelnuts and vanilla.
Perfect for Christmas cookie boxes, tea-time snacks, or gifts from the kitchen – these little nutty bites bring pure joy.
Ingredients for Vegan Hazelnut Cookies
- Ground hazelnuts (or other nuts)
- All-purpose flour
- Sugar
- Vanilla sugar
- Salt
- Vegan butter or margarine
How to Make Vegan Hazelnut Cookies – Step-by-Step
Tip: Watch the recipe video and check the recipe card below for exact measurements.
Step 1: Prepare the cookie dough
In a bowl, mix ground hazelnuts, flour, sugar, vanilla sugar, and salt. Add vegan butter in small cubes and knead until a smooth dough forms. Wrap in cling film and chill for at least 30 minutes.
Step 2: Shape & Bake
Shape about 30 small balls (around 20 g each), flatten slightly, and place on a parchment-lined baking tray. Press a whole hazelnut into the center if you like.
Bake at 180°C / 350°F (top/bottom heat) for 12 minutes, until lightly golden. Cool on the tray until firm.
Tips & Variations
- Roast for more flavor: Lightly toast the ground hazelnuts before mixing.
- Add chocolate: Drizzle cooled vegan hazelnut cookies with melted dark chocolate.
- Use other nuts: Try almonds, walnuts, peanutsor pecans.
Storage & Shelf Life
Keep your nut cookies in an airtight tin for up to 3 weeks. Store in a cool, dry place and separate from other cookies to preserve flavor.
Layer with parchment paper to keep them crisp.
❓ FAQ – Vegan Hazelnut Cookies
Can I freeze them?
Yes! Freeze the unbaked dough balls and bake them fresh when needed. Baked cookies can also be frozen and taste almost like new once thawed.
Why are my cookies too soft or too hard?
Too soft? Bake a bit longer. Too hard? Reduce baking time slightly or add more butter. Always preheat your oven.
Can I decorate the cookies?
Definitely! Use melted dark chocolate, powdered sugar, or a whole hazelnut for a festive look.
What pairs well with hazelnut cookies?
They’re perfect with coffee, teaor hot chocolate. Combine with other Christmas favorites like vanilla crescents or cinnamon stars.
Can I reduce the sugar?
Yes – reduce by 20-30% or use coconut sugar, xylitol, or erythritol instead.
These vegan hazelnut cookies are a timeless favorite – easy, reliable, and incredibly delicious. A must-bake for anyone who loves vegan Christmas cookies or nutty treats.
More Vegan Cookie Recipes
These hazelnut cookies are a true classic that no Christmas bakery should be without. They are easy to make, foolproof, and irresistibly delicious—perfect for anyone who loves vegan Christmas cookies or nutty cookies. You can also try these recipes:
🎥 Recipe Video
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Vegan Hazelnut Cookies
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This quick and easy vegan nut cookie recipe is foolproof and can be made with hazelnuts, almonds, peanuts or other nuts! Perfect for Christmas, Easter, or simply as a snack with coffee or tea.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups (150 G) ground hazelnuts or other nuts
- 1 ¼ cups (150 G) cups of all-purpose flour
- ½ cup + 1 tbsp (120 G) sugar
- 1 packet of vanilla sugar or 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
- ⅔ cup (150 G) vegan butter or margarine
Instructions
Tip: Watch the recipe video and follow the step-by-step photos above!
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Mix the ground nuts, flour, sugar, vanilla sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl.
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Add the vegan butter in pieces and knead everything into a dough. Then wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Form 30 small balls (approx. 19g each) from the dough, flatten them slightly, and place them on the baking sheet, leaving enough space between them. Optionally, press a whole nut into the center of each cookie.
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Bake the nut cookies in the preheated oven for about 12 minutes. (Note: the cookies will still be very soft immediately after baking!) Then leave them to cool on the tray until they are firm.
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Enjoy! 🙂
Nutritions
Serving: 1Cookies | Calories: 100kcal | Carbohydrates: 8.8G | Protein: 1.4G | Fat: 6.9G | Saturated Fat: 1.1G | Sodium: 32.4mg | Potassium: 47.2mg | Fiber: 0.7G | Sugar: 4.3G | Vitamin A: 192.1IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 7.6mg | Iron: 0.5mg
Nutrition is calculated automatically and should be used as estimate.
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