Vegan Christmas Cookies That Santa Cant Resist Recipe

I’ve gotta say, when I first mixed all the warm spices and those vegan chocolate chips together, I was totally shocked at how awesome the vibe was, like my kitchen was having its own little party and I was front row at the best cookie concert ever.

Hey, im psyched to share my Vegan Christmas Cookies Santa Cant Resist. I love how a mix of all purpose flour, baking soda and salt with vegan butter, sugars, applesauce, almond milk, vanilla extract, spices and pure maple syrup creates a nutrient rich treat.

I think its a must try!

Ingredients

• Vegan Butter: Provides creamy texture and healthy fats for rich flavor in the cookies.
• Organic Cane Sugar: Offers natural carbs to add delicate sweetness without overpowering the taste.
• Brown Sugar: Keeps cookies moist with a subtle molasses hint and extra depth in flavor.
• Unsweetened Applesauce: Provides moisture and dietary fiber while lessening the need for extra sugars.
• Pure Maple Syrup: Imparts a warm, natural sweetness with a touch of complexity for festive vibes.
• Vegan Chocolate Chips: Give cookies pockets of sweet, rich chocolate and a slight fiber boost.
• Almond Milk: Adds light moisture and a hint of nutty flavor without making cookies too heavy.
• Vanilla Extract: Enhances overall flavor, blending all notes into a truly festive treat.

Ingredient Quantities

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup vegan butter, softened
• 1/2 cup organic cane sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup almond milk
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 1 cup vegan chocolate chips

How to Make this

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves.

3. In a separate bowl, cream 1/2 cup softened vegan butter with 1/2 cup organic cane sugar and 1/2 cup brown sugar until the mixture gets a bit fluffy.

4. Stir in 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce, 1/4 cup almond milk, 1 tablespoon vanilla extract, and 1/4 cup pure maple syrup until well combined.

5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until you get a smooth dough.

6. Fold in 1 cup vegan chocolate chips making sure they’re evenly distributed.

7. Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.

8. Slightly flatten each cookie with your fingers because they won’t spread too much on their own.

9. Bake the cookies for about 10-12 minutes or until the edges start looking a bit golden.

10. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely. Enjoy your vegan Christmas cookies that Santa cant resist!

Equipment Needed

1. Oven
2. Baking sheet
3. Parchment paper
4. A large bowl for the dry ingredients
5. A separate bowl for the wet ingredients
6. A whisk (or a fork if you dont have one)
7. An electric mixer or hand mixer for creaming the vegan butter and sugars
8. Measuring cups and spoons
9. A spatula for stirring and folding the mix
10. A tablespoon scoop or any small spoon for portioning the dough
11. A cooling rack for allowing the cookies to cool properly

These are the basic tools u need to get this recipe done. Enjoy baking!

FAQ

• Q: Can I prepare these cookies ahead of time?
  A: Yeah, you can make these cookies a day in advance. Just store them in an airtight container at room temperature and theyll stay fresh until your holiday party.
• Q: Is it okay to substitute different non-dairy milk for almond milk?
  A: Totally! You can use oat, soy, or any other plant milk you have on hand, but the flavor might change a little bit.
• Q: Can I use a different sweetener instead of maple syrup?
  A: Sure, you can try agave nectar or even date syrup if thats what youre into, but note the flavor may be a bit different than expected.
• Q: Do these cookies freeze well?
  A: Yes, these cookies freeze really well. Just pop them in a freezer-safe bag and when youre ready, let them come back to room temperature before serving.
• Q: Can I add other ingredients to the dough?
  A: Definitely, feel free to toss in some chopped nuts or dried fruit if you like a bit more texture and flavor in your cookies.

Vegan Christmas Cookies That Santa Cant Resist Recipe Substitutions and Variations

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour: You can substitute with whole wheat flour if you want a nuttier flavor, just expect the cookies to turn out a bit denser.
• 1/2 cup vegan butter: Try using coconut oil instead. It works pretty good but might add a slight tropical taste.
• 1/2 cup organic cane sugar: You can use regular granulated sugar or even a bit more brown sugar if you like a richer flavor.
• 1/4 cup almond milk: Oat milk or soy milk can be used as a standin, though the flavor might change just a tad.
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup: Agave nectar is a solid substitute; just keep in mind its a bit sweeter so you might want to adjust your sugars accordingly.

Pro Tips

1. Try chillin your dough for about 15 minutes after mixin it together. It helps the flavors combine and makes the cookies spread less in the oven so they keep that perfect soft center.

2. Be careful when mixin the wet and dry ingredients. Overmixing can make the cookies tough so stir just until you dont see any dry spots and then fold in the chocolate chips gently.

3. When you scoop the dough onto the baking sheet, press them just a little with your fingers. Even if they look kinda uneven you get a more even bake and a better texture in the end.