The Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe (Healthy & Vegan)
Craving cookies but want to keep them dairy and egg-free? Look no further than this chocolate chip cookie recipe healthy enough to satisfy your sweet tooth but is deliciously vegan.
These healthier chocolate chip cookies have crisp edges and a chewy texture. The best part is that they’re filled with gooey dark chocolate chips in every incredible bite.
These vegan chocolate chip cookies offer a delicious twist on classic chocolate chip cookies. They use simple ingredients like dairy-free butter and flax meal.
Unlike traditional cookie recipes, they’re made without animal products, making them an excellent option for those with dietary restrictions. These are the best dairy-free chocolate chip cookies ever, and I predict this healthy cookie recipe will become your go-to chocolate chip cookie recipe whether you are vegan or not.
5 STAR REVIEW “Best vegan cookies ever!” – Lila
When I weighed nearly 300 pounds, I would have eaten at least a dozen chocolate chip cookies in one sitting. Now that I have lost 125 pounds and know better, I prefer portion control versus swearing off treats. That’s called a diet, and I want nothing to do with it because yo-yo dieting is how I became nearly 300 pounds.
That’s why I love the slice-and-bake method. I make the chocolate chip cookie dough, keep it in the freezer, slice it off, and bake one cookie when I want one. It’s the perfect compromise. Keep reading, and I’ll show you how to slice and bake the perfect cookie.
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😍Why this is the best healthy chocolate chip cookie recipe
- Guilt-free indulgence – Enjoy these chewy cookies without the dairy, eggs, and cholesterol.
- Better ingredients – Packed with wholesome ingredients, making them healthier chocolate treats
- Satisfy cravings –This chewy chocolate chip cookie is a sweet fix that fits into a healthier lifestyle!
💥The tip for making the BEST vegan chocolate chip cookies
I have made hundreds of chocolate chip cookies, and I’m continually trying to improve the recipe, but I believe I have finally perfected it. The key to these cookies is to use BOTH vegan butter and vegetable shortening.
The butter adds a rich, buttery flavor, but vegan butter can cause cookies to spread too much. Vegetable shortening makes them crumbly and tough but keeps them together well. By using both, you get perfectly soft cookies that are chewy without being overly gooey, achieving the ideal consistency and the best cookies.
If you like healthy cookies, you will definitely want to check out these Vegan Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies, these Vegan Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies, or this Healthy Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie.
📃Ingredients and Substitutions
With the following ingredients, you can make this chip cookie recipe healthy. The printable recipe card below includes the full list of ingredients, quantities, and nutritional value information.
The Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe (Healthy & Vegan)
Dry Ingredients
- All purpose flour or white whole wheat flour
- Raw sugar, white sugar, or granulated monk fruit sweetener
- Brown sugar or brown granulated monk fruit sweetener
- Baking soda
- Sea salt
- Dark chocolate chips – Make sure they are vegan to ensure they are dairy-free.
Wet Ingredients
- Vegan butter – try this incredible homemade vegan butter recipe
- Vegan shortening – I like this organic all vegetable shortening
- Pure vanilla extract
- Vegan eggs – flax egg, chia egg, or Ener G Egg Replacer
Optional
- Nuts are optional, but I like the healthy fats and added crunch that they offer. Pecans or walnuts are best.
🥄How to make this chocolate chip cookie recipe healthy
Follow these easy steps for this healthier cookie recipe:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Together: Combine flour, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl. Set aside.
- Cream: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer, stand mixer, or mix by hand to blend the vegan butter, shortening, sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla until creamy. Then, mix in the vegan eggs until well combined.
- Combine: Slowly incorporate the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing until combined. Gently fold in the chocolate chips and nuts, if desired. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop the dough onto a parchment-lined or ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 9-11 minutes or until golden brown. Let the cookies cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!
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❓Others have asked…
Are homemade cookies healthier?
Homemade cookies can be healthier than store-bought versions, but it depends on the ingredients and recipe used. Here’s why:
- Control Over Ingredients: You can choose healthier ingredients, like whole grain flour and natural sweeteners like coconut sugar, add less sugar and fat, or even use substitutions like applesauce or mashed bananas for low calorie cookies.
- No Preservatives: Homemade cookies are free from artificial preservatives, dyes, and excess additives often found in commercial products.
- Reduced Sugar and Fat: You can modify recipes to reduce sugar and fat content or use alternatives like coconut oil or almond butter.
- Add Nutrients: Adding ingredients like nuts, seeds, chia, flax, or oats can boost the nutritional value.
However, even with these benefits, portion control is key, as cookies, regardless of how they’re made, may be high in calories and sugars.
What is the best egg substitute for chocolate chip cookies?
For chocolate chip cookies, you can use several egg substitutes:
- Applesauce: Use 1/4 cup of unsweetened applesauce per egg. It adds moisture and a slight sweetness.
- Mashed Banana: Use 1/4 cup of mashed banana per egg. It will give a subtle banana flavor.
- Flaxseed Meal: Mix 1 tablespoon of flaxseed meal with 3 tablespoons of water per egg. Let it sit for a few minutes to thicken.
- Chia Seeds: Mix 1 tablespoon of chia seeds with 3 tablespoons of water per egg. Let it sit until it forms a gel-like consistency.
- Commercial Egg Replacer: Follow the instructions on the package for an egg-free substitute.
Each substitute will slightly alter the flavor and texture, so choose based on your preference and desired outcome. To keep this chocolate chip cookie recipe healthy, I prefer to use flax eggs or Ener-g egg replacer.
The Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe (Healthy & Vegan)
Craving cookies but want to keep them dairy and egg-free? Look no further than this chocolate chip cookie recipe healthy enough to satisfy your sweet tooth but is deliciously vegan. These healthier chocolate chip cookies have crisp edges and a chewy texture. The best part is that they’re filled with gooey dark chocolate chips in every incredible bite.
🫙What’s the best way to store these healthy vegan chocolate chip cookies
To keep your healthy chocolate chip cookies fresh and tasty, follow these storage tips:
- Cool Completely: To prevent cookies from becoming soggy, allow them to cool completely on a wire rack before storing.
- Airtight Container: Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness and prevent them from drying out. If you have multiple layers, place parchment paper between the layers.
- Room Temperature: Keep the container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, consider freezing.
- Freezing: To freeze, place cookies in a freezer-safe bag or container. They can be stored for up to 3 months. To enjoy, thaw at room temperature or warm briefly in the oven.
For more information regarding proper food storage, go to https://www.foodsafety.gov/
💥Pro Tip: For cookie control – slice and bake
- Prepare the cookie dough and divide it in half.
- Wrap each half in wax paper, shaping them into 15-inch logs. Refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 8-12 weeks.
- When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 375°F. Slice the dough into 1/2-inch thick pieces and bake as instructed. Frozen dough will need an extra 2-3 minutes baking time compared to refrigerated dough.
If you love cookies – you will love these Coco-Nutty No Bakes and these Snowball Cookies (my favorite)!
Recipe
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The Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe (Healthy & Vegan)
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups unbleached, all purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 9 oz dark chocolate chips
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup vegan butter, softened
- 1/2 cup vegan shortening
- 2 flax eggs 2 Tbsp flax meal and 6 Tbsp water
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Optional
- 1/2 cup nuts, chopped optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees ℉ and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Together: Combine flour, baking soda and salt in a large bowl. Set aside.
- Cream: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer, stand mixer, or mix by hand to blend the vegan butter, shortening, sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla until creamy. Then, mix in the vegan eggs until well combined.
- Combine: Slowly incorporate the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing until combined. Gently fold in the chocolate chips and nuts, if desired.
- Drop cookies: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop the dough onto a parchment-lined or ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 9-11 minutes or until golden brown. Let the cookies cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
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I hope you enjoy these vegan cookies as much as we do!