Looking for a delicious vegan treat? Try our vegan peanut butter chocolate chip cookies! These goodies are perfect for any gathering, whether on a special occasion or an evening snack. Packed with protein and essential nutrients, our cookies are made from all-natural, plant-based ingredients. They’re delicious, nutritious, and guilt-free! No dairy, eggs, or animal products. Enjoy!
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup vegan butter
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3/4 cup coconut sugar
- 2 tablespoons applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoons water (flax egg)
- 1 and 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup vegan chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the vegan and peanut butter until light and fluffy in a large bowl.
- Add in the coconut sugar. Beat until combined.
- Add in the applesauce and vanilla extract, and beat until combined.
- Whisk together the ground flaxseed and water in a small bowl to create a flax egg. Let it sit for 5 minutes before adding it to the wet ingredients.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until all of the flour is incorporated.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and mix until combined.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart from one another.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Allow to cool before serving.
Enjoy your delicious Vegan Cookies! They make a great snack or dessert that everyone can enjoy regardless of dietary preference. The combination of vegan butter and peanut butter gives. These cookies have a rich flavor that tastes like traditional ones without animal products. The addition of vegan chocolate chips makes them even more irresistible!
Storing the Vegan Cookies
Short-term Storage
To store the cookies, let them cool completely. Then place them in an airtight container and keep them at room temperature. They will stay fresh for up to a week.
Long-term Storage
For more extended storage, freeze the cookies in a freezer-safe bag or container. They can last for up to three months. To enjoy, thaw at room temperature.
Variations to the Vegan Cookies
Nut-free Vegan Cookies
If you’re allergic to peanuts, you can substitute the peanut butter with sunflower seed butter or tahini.
Double Chocolate Vegan Cookies
Add two tablespoons of cocoa powder to the dry ingredients for a more decadent treat. Replace the regular vegan chocolate chips with vegan white chocolate chips.
Tips for the Perfect Vegan Cookies
Cookie Size
For uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop. If you don’t have one, a tablespoon will work fine.
Baking Time
The baking time for cookies can vary depending on their size and your oven. As a general guideline, bake them at 350°F (180°C) for standard-sized cookies for 10-12 minutes. However, it’s important to watch them to prevent over-baking. Adjust the baking time accordingly based on the specific recipe and desired level of crispiness.
Cooling
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This will help them firm up and keep their shape.
Health Benefits and Nutrition Facts
These vegan cookies are a treat to your taste buds and have several health benefits. Thanks to whole wheat flour and oats, they’re loaded with fiber, aiding digestion. Including flaxseeds provide an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health. Natural sweeteners like maple syrup or dates make these cookies lower in calories and healthier than traditional cookies.
Per cookie (approximately): Calories: 120; Fat: 6g; Carbohydrates: 15g; Fiber: 2g; Protein: 3g.
More Vegan Cookie Recipes to Try
If you enjoyed these vegan cookies, you might also like to try these other plant-based cookie recipes:
Vegan Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
These cookies have a perfect balance of sweetness and spice, with a chewy texture from the oats and sweetness from the raisins.
Vegan Snickerdoodles
This is a vegan rendition of the classic Snickerdoodle cookie – soft, chewy, and coated with a delightful layer of cinnamon sugar.
Vegan Gingerbread Cookies
These cookies are perfect for the holiday season, boasting a warm blend of spices like ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Remember, plant-based baking can be as delicious and satisfying as non-vegan counterparts. Happy baking!
We Hope You Loved the Recipe! 🍪
We’d be thrilled if you could take a moment to rate this recipe and leave a comment down below! We take your feedback seriously and use it to improve our recipes. So, please don’t hesitate to share your experience. Did you modify anything? Was there a particular ingredient you loved? We’re all ears! 📝💬
Frequently Asked Questions
You can make vegan peanut butter chocolate chip cookies using dairy and egg-free ingredients. The abovementioned recipe includes oats, peanut butter, flaxseeds, and natural sweeteners like maple syrup or dates. Remember to include dairy-free chocolate chips.
The ingredients used in vegan peanut butter chocolate chip cookies contribute to their health benefits. They contain oats rich in fiber, aiding digestion, flaxseeds as an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids beneficial for heart health, and natural sweeteners lower in calories.
Yes, you can modify the recipe according to your preferences. You might also want to try adding ingredients like raisins, cinnamon, or nutmeg for a different flavor.
You will consume approximately 120 calories per cookie, 6g fat, 15g carbohydrates, 2g fiber, and 3g protein.
The recommended baking temperature for standard-sized cookies is 350°F (180°C).
