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43 of The Best and Easy Low FODMAP Cookie Recipes Ever!

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Cookies – small, large, soft, chewy, crispy, chocolaty, peanut buttery, elegant, homespun, one-bowl, drop, rolled and shaped – we’ll take them all. You can never have enough cookie recipes and ours are all created in our very own Test Kitchen; these recipes work! Several can be prepped in the time it takes to preheat the oven.

One-Bowl Chocolate Chunk Cookies

overhead image of low FODMAP One-Bowl Chocolate Chunk Cookies
One-Bowl Chocolate Chunk Cookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Everyone needs a chocolate chunk cookie recipe – and we have several. This is the most streamlined of them all. Add nuts, or nut. Choose to use chips or chocolate chunks. Easy enough for non-bakers. Get the recipe.

Rolled Sugar Cookies

raw rolled sugar cookie dough rolled out with star cookie cutter
Rolled Sugar Cookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

We think this is, hands-down, the absolute Best plain rolled gluten-free sugar cookie recipe. It is easy to make, and it is easy to work with and has become our most requested gluten-free Christmas cookie recipe. Use it for cut-out sugar cookies for Christmas, Hanukkah or even Valentine’s Day. And if you were looking for a great icing recipe, we have that too – or simply top with colored sugar or sprinkles! Get the recipe for Rolled Sugar Cookies.

Salted Buckwheat Chocolate Chunk Cookies

low FODMAP Salted Buckwheat Chocolate Chunk Cookies on a dark surface; silver tray showing in corner. These are delicious gluten-free Christmas cookies.
Salted Buckwheat Chocolate Chunk Cookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

These chocolate chunk cookies use gluten-free buckwheat and an extra hit of salt to create an all-new chewy take on classic chocolate chunk cookies. Get the recipe for Salted Buckwheat Chocolate Chunk Cookies.

One-Bowl Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chunk Cookies with Raisins

one bowl low FODMAP peanut butter chocolate chunk cookies held in hand. These are easy-to-make gluten-free Christmas cookies.
One-Bowl Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chunk Cookies with Raisins. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

We have several one-bowl baking recipes, but this one is hands down my fave. A lot of you have asked if you can leave out the raisins. Yes, you can – but we think they add a chewy texture that is quite welcomed, in addition to their sweet flavor. Get the recipe for One-Bowl Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chunk Cookies with Raisins.

One-Bowl Peanut Butter Cookies

overhead image of one-bowl peanut butter cookies on white plate
One-Bowl Peanut Butter Cookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Only 4 ingredients and you will have the batter done even before the oven is preheated! We like natural peanut butter for this recipe. Get the recipe.

Shortbread Cookies

Low FODMAP Shortbread Cookies, decorated, on white plate. These are great gluten-free Christmas cookies; pick and choose your toppings and decorations.
Shortbread Cookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

A simple shortbread cookie that is fantastic plain but can also be enhanced to your heart’s desire. Dipped or drizzled with chocolate, toffee bits, nuts, etc. Get the recipe for Shortbread Cookies.

Chocolate Macaroons

a mound of chocolate macaroons on a plate; aqua background and flowers on the side
Chocolate Macaroons. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

We often cannot choose amongst our macaroon recipes – but this chocolate one is extra special. And, if you are looking for grain-free cookies, macaroons are a good choice! Get the recipe for Chocolate Macaroons.

Double Chocolate Chip Peppermint Cookies

double chocolate peppermint cookies overhead on a decorative platter. These are great gluten-free Christmas cookies.
Double Chocolate Chip Peppermint Cookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Chocolate and peppermint. Chocolate cookies dough, chocolate chips and peppermint candy. Get the recipe for Double Chocolate Chip Peppermint Cookies.

Espresso White Chocolate Chunk Cookies

espresso white chocolate chunk cookies on a white plate. These are great gluten-free Christmas cookies.
Espresso White Chocolate Chunk Cookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Espresso and white chocolate, in addition to hazelnuts, in a classic brown sugar dough. Get the recipe for Espresso White Chocolate Chunk Cookies.

Milk Chocolate Chunk Cookies with Pecans and Orange

milk chocolate chunk cookies on a blue and white plate. These are great gluten-free Christmas cookies.
Milk Chocolate Chunk Cookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Milk chocolate, in addition to toasted pecans and orange zest, in a classic brown sugar dough. A truly elegant chocolate chip cookie variation. Get the recipe for Milk Chocolate Chunk Cookies.

Double Chocolate Shortbread

low fodmap double chocolate shortbread cookies on glass plate. These are great gluten-free Christmas cookies.
Double Chocolate Shortbread. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Chocolate cookie dough studded with chocolate chips. Decadent and delightful. And it’s fun to press all the chocolate chips into the dough balls. Get the recipe for Double Chocolate Shortbread.

Vegan Chocolate Chunk Cookies

closeup of low FODMAP vegan chocolate chunk cookie sprinkled with salt; held in hand. These are great gluten-free Christmas cookies.
Vegan Chocolate Chunk Cookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Follow this recipe to a “T” and you will be rewarded with perfectly chewy and satisfying vegan chocolate chunk cookies. Read through before you start; there are some important time cues. Get the recipe for Vegan Chocolate Chunk Cookies.

Happy Birthday Cookie

happy birthday cookie
Happy Birthday Cookie. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

A birthday cookie? Why not? This giant chocolate chip cookie, with loads of rainbow sprinkles added in, is made in a 10-inch (25 cm) springform pan. Perfect for bringing to school or office. Get the recipe.

Gingerbread Cookies

overhead shot of gingerbread cookies decorated with red hot candies and icing and edible gold paint on an antique clot
Gingerbread Cookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Gingerbread cookies are a classic winter holiday flavor, and these rolled gingerbread cookies are gluten-free and get rave reviews. Get the recipe for Gingerbread Cookies.

Banana Coconut Oat Breakfast Cookies

Low FODMAP Banana Coconut Oat Breakfast Cookies in hand
Banana Coconut Oat Breakfast Cookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

We have several recipes on our website for breakfast cookies. Cookies for breakfast? Why not! These happen to be vegan and are based on nutritious, fiber-rich oats, coconut, and mashed banana. Get the recipe for Banana Coconut Oat Breakfast Cookies.

Gingersnap Cookies

overhead image of low FODMAP gingersnaps on decorative blue plate; blue background
Gingersnap Cookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Looking for a ginger cookie that SNAPS? This is it! Crunchy, easy and really gingery. Get the recipe for this.

Night Before Christmas Mice – Crafty Gluten-free Christmas Cookies

Low FODMAP Night Before Christmas Mice Cookies on white wood surface and amongst pantry ingredients
Night Before Christmas Mice. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Are you a bit crafty? These little sugar cookie mice will be a hit with everyone, kids – and big kids. The tails are licorice! Get the recipe for Night Before Christmas Mice.

Tropical Coconut Oatmeal Cookies

Aqua plate holding a pile of oatmeal cookies dotted with dried papaya; dark surface, glass of water on the side
Tropical Coconut Oatmeal Cookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

These gluten-free Tropical Coconut Oatmeal Cookies are quick and easy to make and combine brown sugar, butter, fiber-rich oats, coconut, dried papaya, lime zest, orange juice and optional dried pineapple (more on that later). They are sweet, fruity, chewy, easy to make, and a nice addition to your cookie repertoire. Get the recipe for Tropical Coconut Oatmeal Cookies.

Decorated Christmas Cookies

decorated sugar cookies in a white Christmas theme in a snow bank of sugar
Rolled Sugar Cookie. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Our Rolled Sugar Cookie recipe is easy to make, easy to roll out and you can decorate your cookies to your heart’s content. Here are some winter holiday inspired decorations. Get the recipe for Rolled Sugar Cookie.

One-Bowl Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

one bowl oatmeal chocolate chip cookies; hand removing one from white platter
One-Bowl Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Grab a bowl and a wooden spoon. Whole grain oats, brown sugar, melted unsalted butter, cinnamon and vanilla – and chocolate chips! Walnuts and raisins are optional (we love ‘em!) Get the recipe.

Ginger Biscotti

low FODMAP triple ginger biscotti drizzled with chocolate on parchment lined pan
Ginger Biscotti. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

These Ginger Biscotti are dairy free, as I used vegetable oil instead of butter. I created them in honor of my friend Sky, who steers clear of dairy although she eats eggs. I brought them to a brunch and no one knew these were special diet food. They are gluten-free, too, and lactose-free. Get the recipe for Ginger Biscotti.

Thumbprint Cookies

Low FODMAP Thumbprint Cookies on silver platter and red plaid napkin; these are classic gluten-free Christmas cookies.
Thumbprint Cookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

These cookies use a special flour blend with pectin, which provides a special texture. There are low FODMAP amounts of strawberry, raspberry jam, and orange marmalade, which you can pick and choose from for the filling. Get the recipe for Thumbprint Cookies.

Pecan Butterballs

overhead image of pecan butterballs on baking pan. Gluten-Free Christmas Cookies everyone will love!
Pecan Butterballs. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Crumbly, with that beloved sandy texture, these pecan cookies are showered with confectioners’ sugar and are a gluten-free take on a classic holiday cookie. Get the recipe for Pecan Butterballs.

Vanilla Crescents

horizontal image of Low FODMAP Vanilla Crescent Cookies on decorative plate; red background. These are hand-shaped gluten-free Christmas cookies.
Vanilla Crescents. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Simple crescent shaped cookies, with the ends dipped in chocolate! Gluten-free and extra special. Finely textured almond flour makes these extra-special almond flour sugar cookies. Make sure the almond flour you use is fine in texture and made from blanched almonds for best results. Get the recipe for Vanilla Crescents.

Crinkle Cookies

Low FODMAP Chocolate Crinkle Cookies on white platter with various toppings. Gluten-Free Christmas Cookies everyone will love!
Crinkle Cookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

A chocolate cookie dough, rolled into a ball and coated in a variety of coatings, crinkles and cracks upon baking, hence the name. Chocolate Orange Crinkle Cookies; Chocolate Cinnamon Crinkle Cookies; Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle Cookies; Chocolate Spice Crinkle Cookies; Chocolate Molasses Crinkle Cookies. Your choice! Or make a few kinds. These gluten-free Christmas cookies belong on your holiday cookie platters! Get the recipe for Crinkle Cookies.

Meringue Mushrooms

closeup of meringue mushrooms in basket. These are extra-special gluten-free Christmas cookies.
Meringue Mushrooms. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

People will think these are real mushrooms! Toss in a basket and serve – and wait to watch the looks of surprise. Perfect alongside a Bûche de Noël! Get the recipe for Meringue Mushrooms.

Decorated Valentine’s Day Cookies

Valentine's Day cookies overhead
Rolled Sugar Cookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Our Rolled Sugar Cookie recipe is easy to make, easy to roll out and you can decorate your cookies to your heart’s content. Here are some Valentine’s Day inspired decorations. Get the recipe for Rolled Sugar Cookies.

Peppermint Meringues

Low FODMAP Peppermint Meringues piped as kisses on red background. Gluten-Free Christmas Cookies everyone will love!
Peppermint Meringues. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

A little peppermint extract and red food coloring transforms simple meringue cookies into this colorful, festive treat, especially welcomed at the winter holidays. They are fat-free, too. Get the recipe for Peppermint Meringues.

Chocolate Chunk Cookies

Low FODMAP chocolate chunk cookies
Chocolate Chunk Cookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

This is our basic gluten-free chocolate chip cookies recipe, that we think is even better with big chunks of chocolate – but there is nothing “basic” about the texture and flavors, which are out of this world. Maybe it is time to read about dark chocolate and the low FODMAP diet! Get the recipe for Chocolate Chunk Cookies.

Chocolate Hazelnut Biscotti

Low FODMAP Chocolate Hazelnut Biscotti stacked on a plate and upright in a glass with flowers and a mug of coffee alongside. These are decadent gluten-free Christmas cookies.
Chocolate Hazelnut Biscotti. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

These are a decadent biscotti recipe with cocoa and chocolate in the batter; hazelnuts add crunch. Get the recipe for Chocolate Hazelnut Biscotti.

Mandelbrot

low FODMAP mandelbrot in hand and on a green plate. These are great gluten-free Christmas cookies.
Mandelbrot. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Mandelbrot are like a somewhat softer, richer biscotti. Try them dipped in your hot beverage of choice. Get the recipe for Mandelbrot.

Anise Almond Biscotti

low FODMAP anise almond biscotti on a silver plate. These are great gluten-free Christmas cookies.
Anise Almond Biscotti. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Crispy biscotti with anise seeds and bits of almond. A classic cookie all-year round. These are great to have on hand for last-minute guests. Get the recipe for Anise Almond Biscotti.

Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Chewy Old Fashioned Oatmeal Cookies- Low FODMAP
Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

You can never have too many oatmeal cookies recipes – and these are chewy with raisins; these are a crowd pleaser. Get the recipe for Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies.

Vegan Sandwich Cookies – Homespun Gluten-free Christmas Cookie

Sandwich Cookies from Vegan Treats
Vegan Sandwich Cookies. Photo credit: Jen Rich.

Vegans rejoice in this pretty sandwich cookie; play with the cut-out shapes for the jam to peek through. You can pick and choose the shape of the cookie, as well as the shape of the peek-a-boo window for these gluten-free Christmas cookies. Get the recipe for Vegan Sandwich Cookies.

Snickerdoodles

Closeup of Low FODMAP Snickerdoodles on white plate with cup of coffee alongside. Gluten-Free Christmas Cookies everyone will love
Snickerdoodles. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Cream of tartar and cinnamon star in this homespun gluten-free snickerdoodles cookie. The cinnamon-sugar topping is so simple, yet classic. You might think of these as an everyday cookie, but we think they make perfect gluten-free Christmas cookies. Get the recipe for Snickerdoodles.

Decorated Hanukkah Cookies

Hanukkah cookies on rectangular white plate
Rolled Sugar Cookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Our Rolled Sugar Cookie recipe is easy to make, easy to roll out and you can decorate your cookies to your heart’s content. Here are some Hanukkah inspired decorations. Get the recipe for Rolled Sugar Cookies.

Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies

low FODMAP vegan peanut butter cookies on a white plate
Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Natural peanut butter, ground flax seeds and sugar create magic when they are brought together to make these chewy PB cookies – that are low FODMAP, vegan and gluten-free. Get the recipe for Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies.

Cinnamon Apple Breakfast Cookies

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Cinnamon Apple Breakfast Cookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

We know you want to know about breakfast cookies! These are easy to whip up in a bowl and feature fiber-rich whole-grain oats, low FODMAP amount of juicy apple, plump raisins, as well as nuts, seeds and cinnamon. Click here for the recipe.

Tropical Biscotti

Low FODMAP Tropical Biscotti on white platter with green napkin; cooling on cooling rack in background
Tropical Biscotti. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Our low FODMAP Tropical Biscotti are crispy, slightly crumbly and filled with dried pineapple, papaya, coconut and macadamia nuts for an island vibe. Get the recipe for Tropical Biscotti.

Brookies

Brookies! Bite out of a Brookie in a manicured hand.
Brookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

If you love brownies and cookies, then this recipe for Brookies is for you. Rich, deep, dark and chocolaty through and through, these look like a cookie but have a somewhat soft texture of a brownie. Get the recipe for Brookies.

Chewy Peanut Putter Chocolate Chunk Cookies

Low FODMAP Chewy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies on white plate; overhead image. Great for everyday or as a choice for gluten-free Christmas cookies.
Chewy Peanut Putter Chocolate Chunk Cookies. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

We have several peanut butter cookies recipes, from one with just a few ingredients, to vegan, to this one, which we freakin’ LOVE! A chewy texture and studded with lots of chocolate chunks. Get the recipe for Chewy Peanut Putter Chocolate Chunk Cookies.

Peanut Butter & Jam Hearts

Low FODMAP Peanut Butter and Jam Hearts cookies on white plate; red napkins alongside
Peanut Butter & Jam Hearts. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Not all peanut butter is the same, and when it comes to baking, it is best to use the type called for. In this case, it is no-stir style, such as Skippy. The heart shaped is very sweet, but you can also make simple rounds. Get the recipe for Peanut Butter & Jam Hearts.

Simple Coconut Macaroons

closeup of simple coconut macaroons on blue plate. A great choice for gluten-free Christmas cookies.
Simple Coconut Macaroons. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

These are for coconut lovers! A great choice for a dairy-free option. Get the recipe for Simple Coconut Macaroons.

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Nutella Brownie. Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

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85 Desserts For The Chocolate Lover In Your Life

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Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Welcome to the largest collection of desserts for the chocolate lover in your life. Each of these are also gut-friendly so that you don’t have to worry about bloating, or a noisy belly when getting romantic! All of these desserts are gluten-free and low FODMAP! Click for 85 Desserts For The Chocolate Lover In Your Life

The Crazy Best and Easy Cookie Recipes Ever!

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Cookies – small, large, soft, chewy, crispy, chocolaty, peanut buttery, elegant, homespun, one-bowl, drop, rolled and shaped – we’ll take them all. You can never have enough cookie recipes and ours are all created in our very own Test Kitchen; these recipes work! Several can be prepped in the time it takes to preheat the oven. Click for The Crazy Best and Easy Cookie Recipes Ever!

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This article will discuss the low FODMAP ice cream and frozen desserts that you can find in supermarkets and restaurants, as well as our own exclusive recipes, and will include information on dairy based as well as alt milk frozen desserts and recipes. Click here for Dairy Free Frozen Desserts Recipes.

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