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Easy Vegan Cinnamon Pecan Cookies

Delightful vegan cookies with a warm cinnamon flavor and crunchy pecans, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 1/3 cups gluten-free oat flour Excellent for a chewy cookie texture.
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder Provides necessary lift.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Aiding in the fluffiness.
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Offers a warm flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons solid coconut oil Adds a rich texture.
  • 2/3 cup coconut sugar Healthier alternative to refined sugar.
  • 1 1/3 modified flax eggs Acts as a binding agent.
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Infuses depth into the dough.
Mix-Ins
  • 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons pecans (chopped) Adds a delightful crunch.
  • 2 tablespoons pecans (chopped) For topping the cookies.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: gluten-free oat flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the solid coconut oil and coconut sugar. Use a pastry cutter or fork to mix until the texture resembles clumpy wet sand.
  4. Add the modified flax egg and vanilla extract to the coconut mixture, whisking until incorporated.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture while using a hand mixer on low speed. Mix until a cohesive dough forms.
  6. If dough is sticky, cover and chill in the freezer for 15-25 minutes.
Baking
  1. Using a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop, drop balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet and press chopped pecans into the tops.
  2. Bake for 10-14 minutes, tapping the baking sheet to flatten the cookies.
  3. Cool on a rack for 10 minutes before transferring cookies to cool completely.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer shelf life, refrigerate them. Cookies can be frozen for up to three months.