Craving something sweet and comforting, but want to keep it plant-based? These five vegan cookie recipes are easy to whip up and packed with flavour. Whether you’re after something chewy, crunchy, or chocolatey, there’s a cookie here to suit every craving—no butter, eggs, or dairy required.
1. Classic Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies
You can’t go wrong with a good chocolate chip cookie. This vegan version uses plant-based butter and a splash of non-dairy milk to keep the texture rich and soft. Add dark chocolate chunks or chips and a pinch of sea salt on top before baking for an extra flavour boost.
Ingredients
– 125 g vegan butter
– 150 g brown sugar
– 2 tbsp non-dairy milk
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 200 g plain flour
– ½ tsp baking soda
– ½ tsp salt
– 150 g dark chocolate chips
2. Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies
These cookies are flourless, gluten-free, and full of nutty goodness. With just a few ingredients, you get chewy, melt-in-your-mouth cookies that hit the spot every time.
Ingredients
– 250 g peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
– 150 g coconut sugar
– 1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water (flax egg)
– ½ tsp baking soda
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– Pinch of salt
3. Vegan Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Soft, chewy, and lightly spiced, these oatmeal raisin cookies are the perfect balance of wholesome and indulgent. The oats bring texture, while cinnamon and vanilla add warmth.
Ingredients
– 120 g rolled oats
– 100 g plain flour
– 80 g coconut oil, melted
– 100 g brown sugar
– 1 flax egg
– 1 tsp cinnamon
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– ½ tsp baking soda
– 100 g raisins
4. Double Chocolate Almond Cookies
Chocolate lovers, this one’s for you. These rich, fudgy cookies combine cocoa powder and chocolate chunks with crunchy almonds for a decadent treat that’s still 100% vegan.
Ingredients
– 120 g plain flour
– 40 g cocoa powder
– 100 g sugar
– 80 ml vegetable oil
– 2 tbsp non-dairy milk
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– ½ tsp baking powder
– 100 g dark chocolate chunks
– 50 g chopped almonds
5. Lemon Coconut Shortbread Cookies
For something a little lighter and brighter, these lemon coconut cookies are zesty, sweet, and crisp. The shredded coconut adds chewiness, while lemon zest keeps things fresh.
Ingredients
– 150 g plain flour
– 100 g vegan butter
– 50 g powdered sugar
– 30 g shredded coconut
– Zest of 1 lemon
– 1 tsp lemon juice
With just a few pantry staples and simple swaps, you can bake up a batch of cruelty-free cookies that are just as satisfying as the classics. Whether you’re a seasoned vegan baker or just testing the waters, these recipes will have you reaching for seconds.
