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Vegan Gingerbread Cookies: Easy Christmas Recipe for Cozy Gatherings

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These vegan gingerbread cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with classic holiday spices like ginger, cinnamon, and molasses. Perfect for Christmas gatherings, gifting, or cozy nights in, they’re easy to make and crowd-pleasing for vegans and non-vegans alike.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 tbsp ground ginger
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil (solid but scoopable, or vegan butter)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup unsulphured molasses
  • 2 tbsp non-dairy milk (oat or soy recommended)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Powdered sugar (for decorating, optional)
  • Non-dairy milk (for mixing with powdered sugar, optional)
  • Vegan sprinkles or candies (optional)

Instructions

  1. Measure out all dry and wet ingredients. Set coconut oil out to soften slightly if needed.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
  3. In a large bowl, cream coconut oil with brown sugar until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or wooden spoon.
  4. Stir in molasses, non-dairy milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  5. Gradually add dry mixture to wet, stirring or mixing on low until a dough forms. Add 1-2 tbsp flour if too wet.
  6. Flatten dough into a disk, wrap in parchment, and chill for at least 1 hour (up to overnight).
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  8. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut shapes using cookie cutters, re-rolling scraps as needed.
  9. Place cookies on baking sheets about 1 inch apart. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until edges are just set and centers look dry.
  10. Let cookies rest on baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to wire rack. Cool completely before decorating.
  11. Mix powdered sugar with a splash of non-dairy milk for simple icing. Drizzle or pipe onto cookies, then add vegan sprinkles if desired. Let icing set for 30 minutes before stacking or storing.

Notes

Chilling the dough is essential for best texture and flavor. Flour your surface generously to prevent sticking. For gluten-free cookies, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and add 1 tbsp ground flaxseed. Decorate only after cookies are fully cooled. Store in an airtight container for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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