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A tray of soft vegan sugar cookies rolled in sparkling sugar
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Vegan Sugar Cookies

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 145kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup vegan butter, room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed meal mixed with 3 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all -purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarc h
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon sal t
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar for rolling

Instructions

  • Whisk ground flaxseed meal and water in a small bowl; set aside for 5 minutes until thickened.
  • In a stand mixer, cream vegan butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy (approximately 3 minutes).
  • Add the flax mixture, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the butter; beat until combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients on low speed until a dough forms.
  • Cover and refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Scoop 1.5-tablespoon portions of dough, roll into balls, and coat in the remaining 1/4 cup sugar.
  • Place on baking sheets 2 inches apart and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers are still soft.
  • Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.