Vegan Gluten-Free Cookies
Recipe Overview
Overview
These Vegan Gluten-Free Cookies are a game changer for anyone looking to enjoy a sweet treat without the guilt. Made primarily with almond flour, they offer a delightful nutty flavor that pairs beautifully with various add-ins like lemon zest or chocolate chips. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity; it requires just one bowl and minimal prep time, making it perfect for busy bakers or those new to the kitchen.
The dough is incredibly forgiving, allowing for slight measurement errors without compromising the final product. This means you can whip up a batch in just five minutes, making it an excellent option for last-minute gatherings or holiday baking. The cookies can be baked to your desired texture, whether you prefer them chewy or crispy.
One of the standout features of these cookies is their versatility. You can easily switch up the flavors by adding spices or different extracts, making them suitable for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply craving a sweet snack, these cookies are sure to impress.
Overall, these Vegan Gluten-Free Cookies are not just a treat for those with dietary restrictions; they are delicious enough to be enjoyed by everyone. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to bake a batch of these delightful cookies that are sure to become a favorite in your household.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Tip: Use super fine blanched almond flour for the best texture.
Mix all the dry ingredients in a bowl.
Combine with wet ingredients: maple syrup, coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
Add lemon zest and poppy seeds, then mix until you have a soft dough.
Scoop the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake until cookies have spread and are golden on the edges.
Let them sit for about 5 minutes before serving.
Tip: If you don't have poppy seeds, you can substitute with chia seeds.
Process nuts with dates and lemon zest to make a nutty filling.
Press the nutty mixture onto each cookie before baking.
Add coconut to the dry ingredients for Almond Joy cookies.
Fold in chopped chocolate and slivers of almonds.
Scoop the dough and bake to get crispy cookies.
Make a coffee caramel and mix with vegan cream cheese.
Scoop cookie dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Flatten the dough slightly before adding the filling.
Bake the stuffed cookies until done.
Spread cookie dough on parchment for pumpkin spice roll cookies.
Spread pumpkin and spice mixture on the cookie dough.
Roll the dough up like a cinnamon roll using parchment.
Chill the rolled dough for easier slicing, then slice and bake.
Tip: If you don't like pumpkin, use cinnamon sugar instead.
Add all dry ingredients and spices in a bowl, then fold in wet ingredients.
Chill the dough, then scoop and roll in sugar.
Bake until spread out and crackly.
Use some cookie dough to make a streusel topping with almond flour and sugar.
Sprinkle the blueberry streusel topping on each cookie before baking.
Bake to get delicious blueberry muffin cookies.
Add chopped dates and roasted peanuts to the cookie dough.
Bake the cookies and dip them in melted chocolate.
Tip: For Snickers bars, spread the cookie dough in a brownie pan instead of making cookies.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Nuts
→ Substitution: Sunflower Seed Flour
Nutrition
Skill Level
Frequently asked questions
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Almond flour is a great gluten-free alternative that adds a nutty flavor to cookies.
- •These cookies can be customized with various spices and flavors, making them versatile.
- •Chilling the dough can help achieve a better texture in the final cookies.
- •Using maple syrup instead of sugar makes these cookies vegan-friendly.
