Vegan Shortbread Cookies with Balsamic Reduction are gluten free shortbread cookies that are mixed with cranberries, pistachios and a drizzle of balsamic reduction! They’re a healthy, vegan and paleo cookie for Christmas!
Thick, syrupy balsamic reduction. Like made from VINEGAR. On a cookie. In front of you, on THE SCREEN.
Well, peeps. One can only describe these buttery-but-OH-SNAP-no-butter soft and melty little bites of VEGAN ANDANDAND PALEO cookie goodness as the ULTIMATE of savory-sweet PERFECTION. Not even one OUNCE of exaggeration guys. I did not think that my inner cookie-monster-esque heart would SING ballads after tasting VINEGAR on top of a COOKIE.
Commence delicious overload in 3…2…1..GOGOGOGOGO.
BUT THEN. You’ll stir in the coconut flour, (or make these gluten free almond flour shortbread cookies if you prefer almond flour) feeling pretty proud of the delicious work you’re doing….only to have it turn from proud –> WHAT HAVE I DONE WITH MY LIFE, when the dough is SUPER soft and totally NOT ROLLABLE AT ALL.
Calm down Martha Stewart. This is NORMAL. Just scrape that dough onto some saran wrap, wrap it into a flat disc and chill it for 30 MINUTES.
BUT ONLY if you get up RIGHT NOW and continue where we left off:
I also shared the Vegan Shortbread Cookies Recipe over on Food Fanatic, so be sure to check it out there!
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WEIGHT WATCHERS POINTS PER SERVING: POINTS+: 4. OLD POINTS: 4
Want more healthier Christmas cookies?
Shortbread Cookie Cups with Brown Sugar Cinnamon Filling
Peppermint Truffle Gluten Free Sugar Cookie Tarts
Gluten free shortbread from around the web:
Gluten Free Shortbread Dipped in Chocolate – Tea & Biscuits
Simple Gluten Free Vegan Shortbread Cookies – Unconventional Baker
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Katie | Healthy Seasonal Recipes says
How incredible! It’s awesome that you figured out a way to make gluten-free and vegan shortbread cookies! And the vinegar thing. You’re crazy, but I trust you!
Taylor Kiser says
Haha I know I’m crazy but I PROMISE it’s tasty! thanks Katie!
allie @ Through Her Looking Glass says
Dear Taylor, I can’t imagine anything more scrumptious than cranberries and pistachios in shortbread. Pure deliciousness. Especially with afternoon tea… a truly elegant holiday cookie!
Taylor Kiser says
So glad you like the combo! Thanks Allie!
Nicole ~ Cooking for Keepsle says
You. Are magic my friend! These looks so good, and BEAUTIFUL!
Taylor Kiser says
Haha I love you. Thank you sweet thang!
Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious says
Oh wow! The vinegar on top is the bomb! Definitely not a one hit wonder.
Taylor Kiser says
I am glad you don’t think it’s a one hit 🙂 Thanks Megan – happy Tuesday!
Erin says
omgoodness how creative!!! Props on such a great recipe!
Taylor Kiser says
Thank you so much Erin, glad you like! 😀
Jessica @ Nutritioulicious says
Pistachios and cranberries are such a perfect match! Love the balsamic reduction too – so good on anything!
Taylor Kiser says
Isn’t it though?! I’m obsessed with it! Thanks!
Tabea says
This looks absolutely delicious! Thank you for the recipe. i’ll have to try this myself sometime soon!
I’ve written about one of my favourite cookbooks: http://paleocookbookreviews.com/review-the-paleo-recipe-book
Taylor Kiser says
Thanks!
Heather says
Can I use regular flour instead?
Taylor Kiser says
No, I’m sorry. Gluten free baking is VERY different from regular flour.