Description
Fall in love with these soft, gooey Chocolate Chip Cookies made with plant-based butter and natural vanilla extract. This recipe delivers tender textures and rich flavors balanced by melty chocolate chips and wholesome ingredients, perfect for any occasion and easily customizable.
Ingredients
Scale
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup plant-based butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons natural vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup plant-based milk, softened
Sugars
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips (plant-based)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Begin by heating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the plant-based butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step is key to bringing out the smooth, rich flavor.
- Add Vanilla and Milk: Mix in the natural vanilla extract and plant-based milk, combining until fully incorporated. This adds moisture and depth to your cookie dough.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mix to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips to spread them evenly throughout the dough, ensuring every cookie will have delicious pockets of gooey chocolate.
- Scoop and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps them set without losing their tender texture.
Notes
- Use softened plant-based butter and milk for even mixing.
- Do not overmix after adding dry ingredients to keep cookies tender.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Check oven temperature with a thermometer for consistent results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 to 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: chocolate chip cookies, plant-based, soft cookies, gooey cookies, vegan cookies, baking, dessert
