Vegan Red Velvet Cookies

Soft, chewy, and irresistibly decadent, these Vegan Red Velvet Cookies are a plant-based twist on a classic dessert. Infused with vibrant red food coloring and a hint of cocoa, these cookies boast a rich, velvety texture that’s perfectly complemented by the creaminess of vegan butter and the subtle tang of apple cider vinegar. A flaxseed "egg" binds everything together, making this recipe entirely egg-free while maintaining the ultimate chew factor. Quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time and 12 minutes in the oven, these cookies are ideal for holiday celebrations, Valentine’s Day, or anytime you’re craving a sweet treat. Whether you're vegan or simply love soft-baked cookies with a bold flavor and eye-catching color, these red velvet cookies are bound to be a hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 30/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup vegan butter
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal
• 3 tablespoons water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon red food coloring

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the flaxseed meal and water. Stir well and set aside to thicken, creating a flax 'egg'.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 4

In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the vegan butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.

Step 5

Add the flax 'egg', vanilla extract, apple cider vinegar, and red food coloring to the creamed mixture. Mix until well combined.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are set and the centers appear slightly underbaked.

Step 9

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(557.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2253.1

Total Fat 94.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3178.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 331.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 186.4g
Protein 21.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 88.7mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 460.9mg	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: 37.5%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 58.7%