Description
Soft, chewy Vegan Snickerdoodle Cookies made with cinnamon, sugar, and simple plant-based ingredients. These classic cookies are crisp on the edges and tender in the center — a perfect cozy dessert for any time of year.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
2.5 tablespoons water
1 cup vegan butter, softened to room temperature
1 1/3 cups granulated sugar
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract (Alcohol-Free)
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for topping)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or lightly spray with oil.
2. In a small bowl, mix ground flaxseed and water to create a flax egg. Let it sit for a few minutes to thicken.
3. In another bowl, combine 1/2 cup of sugar with 1 tablespoon of cinnamon to make the topping. Set aside.
4. In a large bowl, cream together vegan butter and sugar using a hand or stand mixer for about 1–2 minutes until light and fluffy.
5. Add the thickened flax egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined and scraping down the sides as needed.
6. Add flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture. Stir until just combined; avoid overmixing.
7. If the dough seems crumbly, add 1–2 tablespoons of non-dairy milk; if too wet, add a bit more flour.
8. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough and roll into balls. Coat each one generously in the cinnamon-sugar topping.
9. Place on prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart and bake for 11 minutes, until soft but set around the edges.
10. Let cookies cool on the tray for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
11. Optional: Roll warm cookies again in cinnamon sugar for extra coating and flavor.
Notes
Cookies stay soft and fresh for up to one week in an airtight container at room temperature.
You can freeze cookie dough balls or baked cookies for up to three months.
For best results, always use vegan butter instead of coconut oil.
Do not skip cream of tartar — it gives the cookies their signature tang and chewy texture.
Serve warm with a glass of plant-based milk or coffee for the perfect treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American