Description
These Vegan Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are a delightful treat for those looking for a dairy-free and egg-free option. Made with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, raisins, and coconut oil, these cookies are perfect for a sweet snack or dessert.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup coconut oil or vegan butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-ins:
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together the melted coconut oil, brown sugar, applesauce, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until combined.
- Add mix-ins: Fold in the raisins and walnuts, if using.
- Bake: Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each cookie slightly and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- Cool and enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For chewier cookies, avoid overbaking.
- You can swap out raisins for chocolate chips or dried cranberries.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
