The Best Vegan Oatmeal Cookies Recipe
This simple vegan recipe would put you through the steps of making delicious oatmeal cookies. The result is something you'll remember all day.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls (1 large, 1 medium)
- Whisk or hand mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
- Cooling rack
- Spatula
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour for a heartier texture
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup melted coconut oil or vegan butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce acts as an egg substitute
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins:
- 1/3 cup vegan chocolate chips or raisins
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts walnuts or pecans
Instructions
Preheat oven:
- Set to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix dry ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, combine oats, flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir well.
Prepare wet mixture:
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted coconut oil, brown sugar, applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Combine:
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients. Stir until a soft dough forms.
Add extras:
- Fold in chocolate chips, raisins, or nuts if using.
Scoop and shape:
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly with your fingers or the back of a spoon.
Bake:
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Cool:
- Let cookies rest on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal
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