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Vegan Pecan Pie Cookies

Vegan Pecan Pie Cookies
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Indulge in the flavors of fall with these delightful Vegan Pecan Pie Cookies. Combining the rich, nutty goodness of pecans with a chewy cinnamon cookie base, this recipe makes for a perfect sweet treat any time of the year. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy evening at home, these cookies are sure to become a favorite. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you can whip up a batch in no time—plus, they’re vegan-friendly, making them suitable for everyone!

Ingredients

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  • 1 Tablespoon water
  • 1/2 Tablespoon cornstarch
  • 3 Tablespoons vegan butter
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste (or vanilla extract)
  • 1/2 cup room temperature vegan butter
  • 1/2 cup + 2 Tablespoons sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 flax egg (1 Tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 Tablespoons water)
  • 1 1/2 cups + 3 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare your flax egg by mixing ground flaxseed with water and allowing it to thicken for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together room temperature vegan butter and sugars until fluffy. Add maple syrup, vanilla bean paste, and flax egg; mix well.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and cornstarch.
  4. Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture; fold in chopped pecans gently.
  5. Chill the dough covered in plastic wrap for about 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll dough into balls and coat them in extra sugar before placing on a lined baking sheet.
  7. Bake for about 12-15 minutes until golden around the edges. Let cool on the sheet before transferring to a wire rack.

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