When we announced the eighth annual VegNews Holiday Cookie Contest, we couldn’t wait to see what our readers would whip up. After receiving an overwhelming number of mouthwatering cookie entries, we had the tough task of narrowing the entries to just three finalists. And after a rigorous day of cookie judging (and sugar comas), we give you the esteemed winners. Congratulations to all, and happy baking!
 
First Place
Vegan Brown Butter Bourbon Salted Chocolate Chip Cookies
by Mercades Garcia

Second Place
Vegan Peppermint Mocha Crunch Chocolate Chip Cookies
by Caitlin Conner

Third Place
Vegan Peppermint Nutella Shortbread Cookies
by Ava Marie Romero

This post was originally published on VegNews.com.