Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Vegan Pumpkin Pie Cookies, where soft and chewy cookie dough meets a creamy pumpkin filling. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies embody the essence of autumn with their warm spices and comforting textures. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or topped with a dollop of vegan whipped cream, they are sure to impress family and friends alike. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can create a sweet treat thatβs not only delicious but also a healthier option for dessert lovers. Experience the joy of homemade Vegan Pumpkin Pie Cookies today!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup vegan butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup + 2 Tablespoons sugar (Β½ cup for dough, 2 Tbsp for rolling before baking)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 flax egg (1 Tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 Tablespoons water)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste (or vanilla extract)
- 1 1/2 cups + 3 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup pumpkin puree (NOT pumpkin pie filling)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 Tablespoons oat milk (or any plant-based milk subbed 1:1)
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste (or vanilla extract)
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- Vegan whipped cream
- Pumpkin pie spice (to sprinkle on top of cookies)
Instructions
- Prepare the flax egg by mixing 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water; let sit for 10 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together vegan butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add the flax egg and vanilla bean paste; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, and salt. Gradually combine with the wet mixture until fully blended.
- In a separate bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, maple syrup, oat milk, cornstarch, vanilla bean paste, and pumpkin pie spice until smooth.
- Preheat oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop out cookie dough onto the sheet and create an indentation in each cookie to fill with pumpkin mixture.
- Bake for about 15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing. For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend. Feel free to customize by adding nuts or dried fruits for added texture.