Hello, vegan baking enthusiasts! 🍪🌱
Today, we’re whipping up a batch of delicious Vegan Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies sweetened with maple syrup. These cookies offer all the comfort of traditional chocolate chip cookies with a plant-based twist. Let’s get baking!
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup vegan butter, softened (such as Earth Balance)
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar (for added depth of flavor)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce (acts as an egg replacer)
- 1 cup vegan dark chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together vegan butter, maple syrup, and coconut sugar until smooth.
- Beat in vanilla extract and applesauce until well combined.
- Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Chef’s Tips:
- Make sure your vegan butter is at room temperature for easy creaming.
- Don’t overmix the dough once you add the flour – this ensures a tender cookie.
- For extra flavor, try adding 1/2 cup of chopped nuts or dried fruit to the dough.
- These cookies will be softer than traditional chocolate chip cookies due to the maple syrup. If you prefer a crispier cookie, you can bake them for an extra minute or two.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
This recipe creates a delicious vegan cookie that’s slightly less processed than ones made with refined sugar. The maple syrup adds a lovely depth of flavor that complements the chocolate perfectly.
Remember, while these cookies use more natural sweeteners, they should still be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Happy vegan baking! 🍁🍫
