Description
These delightful vegan sugar cookies offer a nostalgic, melt-in-your-mouth texture that rivals any classic family recipe. Perfectly balanced with vanilla and almond extracts, they provide a sturdy yet soft canvas for your favorite festive decorations and icing.
Ingredients
- 1 cup vegan butter sticks, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons plant milk (soy, almond, or oat)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 to 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for icing)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for icing)
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (for icing)
- 1 teaspoon light corn syrup
- 1 to 2 tablespoons plant milk (for icing)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the softened vegan butter for about one minute until creamy, then add granulated sugar and beat on high for 2-3 minutes until pale and fluffy.
- Incorporate the plant milk, cornstarch, vanilla, and almond extract, beating on high for another minute and scraping down the sides as needed.
- Add the first cup of flour along with the baking powder and salt, mixing on low until just combined; gradually add the second cup of flour until the dough is soft but not tacky.
- Divide the dough and roll it between two pieces of parchment paper to a 1/4-inch thickness, then refrigerate for at least one hour to firm up.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and use cookie cutters to create shapes, placing them on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until the edges are just barely golden; let them rest on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Whisk together the powdered sugar, extracts, corn syrup, and plant milk until smooth, then decorate the cooled cookies as desired.
Notes
To ensure your cookies keep their beautiful shapes, never skip the chilling step as it helps the vegan fats stabilize. If the dough feels too soft after rolling, return it to the fridge for 10 minutes before using your cookie cutters to ensure clean, sharp edges.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American