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Vegan Ginger Molasses Cookies

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings 12 cookies
Calories 150
These vegan ginger molasses cookies are warmly spiced, chewy, and perfect for cozy occasions. Made with simple ingredients, they come together quickly for a delightful treat.

Ingredients

Wet ingredients

  • 1/4 cup butter or refined coconut oil (preferably butter or vegan butter for flavor)
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar (coconut, white, or brown sugar)
  • 5 tablespoons molasses
  • 1 tablespoon non-dairy milk (almond milk used here)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Dry ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups fine blanched almond flour
  • 1 1/4 cups oat flour (certified GF as needed)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons ground ginger (depending on preference, use 1 1/4)
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons sanding sugar

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Beat together butter and sugar until well combined, then add wet ingredients.
  • Mix in dry ingredients until just combined, then scoop dough and roll in sugar.
  • Place on parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 10-14 minutes until crackly and flattened.
  • Cool completely, optionally drizzle with maple icing, and enjoy!

Notes

For best flavor, use vegan butter or refined coconut oil and measure flours properly.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: vegan
Keyword: cookies, Ginger, Molasses