Description
These chewy vegan sugar cookies offer a delightful plant-based twist on a classic favorite. Made with simple ingredients like vegan butter, ground flaxseed, and non-dairy milk, they maintain a perfect balance of softness and sweetness. Ideal for festive occasions or everyday treats, these cookies are easy to prepare and bake to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup vegan butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup non-dairy milk (such as almond or soy)
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For Rolling
- Extra sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Make Flax Egg: In a small bowl, combine the non-dairy milk and ground flaxseed. Allow this mixture to sit for 5 minutes until it thickens, acting as a vegan egg substitute to bind the dough.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened vegan butter and granulated sugar together using a hand mixer or whisk until the mixture is light, fluffy, and creamy, ensuring a tender cookie texture.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Stir the thickened flax mixture and vanilla extract into the creamed butter and sugar, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and seasoning.
- Form the Dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring continuously until a soft dough forms without overmixing to maintain chewiness.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll each into a ball. Coat each ball in extra sugar for a sparkling finish, then place them on the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Flatten Dough Balls: Gently press each sugared dough ball with your hand or the bottom of a glass to slightly flatten, promoting an even bake and classic sugar cookie shape.
- Bake: Place the trays in the oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges begin to turn golden but the centers remain soft to keep the cookies chewy.
- Cool: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- For a festive appearance, roll the cookies in colored sugar before baking.
- Avoid overbaking to maintain the chewy texture; watch the edges for just slight golden coloring.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to keep them fresh.
