can you resist?
When it comes to vegan indulgence, few treats can match the nostalgic charm of a perfect chocolate chip cookie. The melding of sweet, buttery dough with the irresistible allure of gooey chocolate chips is a culinary alchemy that transcends dietary preferences.
In this comprehensive guide, we’ll take you on a journey to create the ultimate vegan chocolate chip cookies. Whether you’re a seasoned plant-based baker or just dipping your toes into the world of vegan treats, this recipe is bound to become a staple in your repertoire.
Serving Ideas
These cookies are a versatile delight on their own, but they also pair wonderfully with a variety of accompaniments. Try them with a glass of almond milk for a classic combination, or sandwich a scoop of your favorite dairy-free ice cream between two cookies for an extra-special treat.
Ingredient Subs
- Vegan Butter: Coconut oil or margarine
- Applesauce: Mashed banana or pumpkin puree
- All-Purpose Flour: Whole wheat flour or gluten-free flour blend
- Brown Sugar: Coconut sugar or extra white sugar
- Vegan Chocolate Chips: Chopped dark chocolate slab or carob chips
Cooking Tips
Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure your vegan butter and applesauce are at room temperature for a smoother cookie dough.
Chill the Dough: For extra chewiness, refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
Evenly Sized Cookies: Use a cookie scoop to portion out the dough for consistent baking.
Avoid Overmixing: Once the flour is added, mix just until combined to avoid tough cookies.
Cooling Technique: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Equipment Used
You will need the following to make these the best chocolate chip cookies:
- Mixing bowls (large and medium)
- Hand or stand mixer
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mats
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wire cooling rack
Storing Tips
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. To extend their shelf life, freeze in a single layer and transfer to a sealed container or freezer bag for up to three months.
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Ingredients
- 113 grams or 1/2 cup vegan butter softened
- 100 grams or 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 110 grams or 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 60 grams or 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 5 mL or 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 240 grams or 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 5 grams or 1 tsp baking soda
- 2.5 grams or 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 2.5 grams or /2 salt
- 180 grams or 1 cup vegan chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened vegan butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.
- Add in the applesauce and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms. Fold in the vegan chocolate chips.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
