Vegan Molasses Cookies
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistibly soft and chewy Vegan Molasses Cookies, a plant-based twist on the classic winter favorite. Perfectly spiced with warm notes of cinnamon and ginger, these cookies get their rich flavor and dark hue from sweet, sticky molasses. Coconut oil and unsweetened applesauce replace traditional dairy for a moist and tender bite, while a quick roll in granulated sugar adds a satisfying crunch to every edge. Ready in just 30 minutes, these easy-to-make treats are ideal for holiday baking or any time you crave simple, comforting desserts. Serve with a steaming cup of tea or coffee, and savor the cozy goodness of these crowd-pleasing cookies, which stay fresh for days!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 0.25 cup molasses
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted coconut oil and brown sugar. Mix well until smooth.
Step 4
Add the unsweetened applesauce, molasses, and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture, and stir until thoroughly combined.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until you have a smooth dough. Make sure not to overmix.
Step 6
Scoop dough into tablespoon-sized balls and roll each ball in granulated sugar until fully coated. Place them onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
Step 7
Gently flatten the balls slightly with the back of a fork or your fingers.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just firm and the centers are still soft. Be careful not to overbake, as they will firm up as they cool.
Step 9
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Enjoy your vegan molasses cookies with a warm beverage or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (711.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2926.0 |
| Total Fat 121.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 98.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2515.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 445.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 257.4g | |
| Protein 25.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 348.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1691.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories