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Perfect Soft and Chewy Vegan Sugar Cookies
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2
Line two baking sheets with silicone baking mats or parchment paper. Set aside.
3
In a large bowl, whisk together the canola oil, granulated sugar, brown rice syrup, nut milk, and extracts until thoroughly combined.
4
Add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to the bowl. Stir with a rubber spatula until a thick dough forms.
5
Form the cookie dough into about 20 balls. Arrange on the prepared baking sheets.
6
Bake the cookies on middle and upper-middle racks of oven until they are cracked and puffy on top and slightly golden brown at the edges, 12-13 minutes (or up to 15 minutes if you prefer them more golden).
7
Check to see that cookies are done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
8
Allow cookies to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheets, then transfer to cooling racks. Serve and enjoy. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days, or in the refrigerator for 5 days.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Brown Rice Syrup for Chewiness 🍯Brown rice syrup is essential for achieving that signature chewy texture—it hygroscopic nature keeps moisture locked in the cookies longer than regular sugar alone would.
- Chill Dough Before Baking 🧊Refrigerate your dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent excessive spreading and ensure thicker, chewier cookies with better-defined edges.
- Underbake Intentionally ⏱️Remove cookies from the oven when the edges are set but the centers still appear slightly underdone—they'll continue cooking on the hot baking sheet for that perfect soft-chewy center.
- Balance Your Leavening Agents ⚗️Use both baking soda and baking powder in the correct ratio; baking soda reacts with acidic almond milk for lift while baking powder provides steady rise for optimal texture.
- Canola Oil Over Butter Matters 🌾Canola oil creates a more tender crumb than vegan butter because it distributes more evenly throughout the dough, resulting in chewier cookies with less structure.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Vegan
Low-Cholesterol
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