Vegan Snickerdoodles: 5 Easy Steps to Perfect Cookies!
These Vegan Snickerdoodles are irresistibly soft, chewy, and coated in a perfect blend of cinnamon and sugar; completely dairy-free and egg-free, making them a delicious plant-based twist on the classic cookie.
- Author: Anna Adam
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 25 min
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts & Treats
- Cuisine: American
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups flour (all-purpose or gluten-free)
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp cream of tartar
- 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup vegan butter, cold
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream cold vegan butter and 3/4 cup sugar. Mix in vanilla and almond milk.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet mixture. Mix until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix cinnamon and sugar. Roll dough into balls, coat with cinnamon sugar, and slightly flatten on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until edges are golden. Cool on sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
- Tips: Chill dough for 30 minutes to enhance texture; don’t overmix to keep cookies tender.
- Substitutions: Use coconut sugar for a richer taste; almond flour for a gluten-free version.
- Variations: Add pumpkin spice or cardamom for seasonal flair.
- Serving Suggestions: Pair with chai tea or vegan vanilla ice cream; sprinkle citrus zest for extra aroma.
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