Lemon Scented Olive Oil Cookies with Almond Glaze

I first made cookies using olive oil two Christmases ago, when we were hosting a vegan family for the holidays. They were a traditional Greek cookie that's shaped into twists and spirals, making for a beautiful display. They were so delicious it led me on a hunt for other olive oil cookies:

Here are some of the best I turned up, from the traditional to the not-so-traditional. Some of these are terrific options for vegan sweets:

• Koulourakia Portokaliou: Citrus & Spice Cookie Twists from Nancy Gaifyllia

• Krasokouloura: Wine Cookies from Nancy Gaifyllia (these are the ones I made - they're crispy and not too sweet. A little like biscotti).

• Olive Oil Cookies from the New York Times (these are completely savory)

• Lemon Scented Olive Oil Cookies with Almond Glaze from Joy the Baker

• Orange-Hazelnut Olive Oil Cookies from Fine Cooking

• Olio Nuovo and Lemon Cookies from SavorSA

• Cocoa Olive Oil Crinkle Cookies from Too Much Food

• Olive Oil Shortbread Cookies from There's Always a Reason to Bake

Related: Recipe Roundup: Savory Cookies

(Images: Regina Yunghans, SavorSA, Joy the Baker, Fine Cooking, Too Much Food)