Description
These soft and chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies feature plant-based butter and simple pantry ingredients for a perfectly balanced sweetness and texture. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy snacks, this recipe offers irresistible aroma and classic flavor with customizable variations.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup plant-based butter, softened
- 1/4 cup plant-based milk
- 1 teaspoon natural vanilla extract
Sweeteners
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free baking blend for gluten-free option)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Add-ins
- 1 1/2 cups plant-based chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Cream the plant-based butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl until fluffy and light. Add the plant-based milk and natural vanilla extract, mixing well until combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and natural gelling agent to ensure even texture and proper rise.
- Mix Dry into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently but thoroughly until a smooth cookie dough forms. Avoid overmixing to maintain tenderness.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Carefully fold in the plant-based chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Chill and Shape: Refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes to control spreading and enhance flavor. Scoop the dough into evenly sized balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space for spreading.
- Bake to Perfection: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden and centers remain soft. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for smooth mixing and even texture.
- Measure flour by spooning and leveling to avoid dense cookies.
- Chill the dough to improve flavor depth and control spreading.
- Remove cookies when edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Adjust brown to granulated sugar ratio to customize chewiness or crispness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Chocolate Chip Cookies, Plant-Based Cookies, Soft Cookies, Chewy Cookies, Vegan Cookies, Gluten-Free Cookies
