Vegan Classic Macadamia Cookies

Soft, chewy, and irresistibly nutty, these Vegan Classic Macadamia Cookies are a plant-based twist on a timeless treat. Perfectly golden edges and a tender center are achieved with a blend of creamy vegan butter, sweet brown sugar, and a touch of unsweetened applesauce for moisture. The star of the show is the generous helping of buttery, chopped macadamia nuts, adding a satisfying crunch to every bite. Quick to make with just 15 minutes of prep time, these dairy-free cookies are ideal for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a guilt-free indulgence. With a subtle hint of vanilla and the perfect balance of sweetness, these cookies are proof that classic comfort food can be both vegan-friendly and utterly delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Vegan butter, softened
• 0.75 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 1 cup Macadamia nuts, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Non-dairy milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened vegan butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Mix in the vanilla extract and unsweetened applesauce until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. If the dough is too dry, stir in the non-dairy milk.

Step 6

Fold in the chopped macadamia nuts until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 7

Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Enjoy your delicious vegan macadamia cookies or store them in an airtight container for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(832.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3877.6

Total Fat 256.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3646.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 369.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.1g	0%
Total Sugars 170.1g
Protein 37.1g	0%

Vitamin D 12.2IU	0%
Calcium 301.1mg	0%
Iron 17.7mg	0%
Potassium 1027.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.7%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 37.5%