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Instructions
1
Preheat oven to 350F and prepare a flax egg by stirring together ground flaxseed with water.
2
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream butter and sugars together.
3
Add peanut butter and mix until combined. Add flax egg and vanilla then mix again. Mix in flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
4
Roll cookie dough into small balls and place onto two parchment paper lined baking sheets. Using a fork, flatten the cookies making a cross-cross pattern.
5
Bake for about 10 minutes then remove from the oven. Allow cookies to cool completely on baking sheet, they need to set up before being transferred.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Flaxseed Egg Replacement Secret 🌱Mix ground flaxseed with water and let sit for 5 minutes before adding to create a proper binding agent that mimics eggs, ensuring your cookies hold together perfectly and develop that tender center texture.
- Brown Sugar Moisture Magic 🍯Use extra brown sugar instead of all granulated sugar to retain moisture in your cookies, creating that signature chewy texture and preventing them from drying out during storage.
- Chill Dough for Better Shape 🧊Refrigerate your dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent excessive spreading and achieve those crumbly edges with a thicker, more defined center.
- Natural Peanut Butter Works Best 🥜Choose natural or freshly ground peanut butter without added oils and stabilizers, as it provides authentic nutty flavor and better binding with your vegan butter than commercial brands.
- Underbake by One Minute ⏱️Remove cookies when edges are set but centers still look slightly underbaked—they'll continue cooking on the hot pan for a perfectly soft, melt-in-your-mouth result.
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Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Vegan
Low-Cholesterol
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