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    Vegan Shortbread Cookies

    by Lainey · Posted: Dec 8, 2022 · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    These delicious, buttery, and slightly crisp Vegan Shortbread Cookies are a great addition to your holiday celebration! They are super easy to make and require 3 simple ingredients only!

    stack of vegan shortbread cookies on a cooling wire rack

    What are Vegan Shortbread Cookies?

    These best Vegan Shortbread Cookies are buttery, crisp, and sweet cookies made with all-purpose flour, white sugar, and vegan butter mixed together and baked to deliciousness! They are super easy to make and perfect for breakfast or snacks with a cup of milk, tea, or a glass of a healthy smoothie! These delicious cookie treats require only three ingredients and can be made at any time of year. Try and enjoy these simple, dairy-free, healthy shortbread cookies with your family!

    Health Benefits of Vegan Butter:

    • Low saturated fat.
    • Environmentally friendly.
    • High in monounsaturated fats.
    • Healthy option for the lactose-intolerant or allergic to dairy.

    Tips and Procedures:

    • If you are not vegan, you can use regular butter.
    • You may add vanilla extract to this shortbread cookie recipe for a more delicious taste.
    • Feel free to use powdered sugar instead of granulated for a smoother texture.
    • You can add lemon zest to the recipe to make vegan lemon shortbread cookies. Then drizzle a lemon glaze made with lemon juice, melted butter, and powdered sugar mix.
    • In baking, you may use a cookie sheet with parchment paper then lightly oil the paper with an oil spray, olive oil, or coconut oil.
    • You can roll the shortbread cookie dough and cut it into the size and shape you desire using a cookie cutter or anything available.
    • Storage: These shortbread cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
    a bowl full of vegan shortbread cookies

    How to Make Vegan Shortbread Cookies:

    Listed below are all the ingredients you will need:

    • all-purpose flour
    • vegan butter
    • white sugar
    ingredients for vegan shortbread cookies recipe

    In a large bowl, add flour, vegan butter, sugar and mix until the dough comes together:

    flour, vegan butter, and sugar mixed in a large bowl

    Form the dough in a ball, then wrap it with plastic wrap and allow it to firm up in the fridge for 30 minutes or best overnight. (Dough will be firm):

    formed the dough in a ball then wrapped with plastic wrap

    Preheat oven to 350F, and form 42 balls and place each on a baking tray. Flatten with a fork or the palm of your hand. Bake for 16 – 18 minutes or until light golden:

    formed the dough into 42 balls then placed each on a baking tray and flattened with a fork

    Allow to cool down before serving:

    placed the freshly baked cookies on a cooling rack

    Enjoy!

    Frequently Asked Questions:

    How do you know when shortbread cookies are done?

    Its top surface is a light golden brown, while its edges are a deeper golden brown.

    How long can you store vegan shortbread cookies?

    They can be stored in an airtight container for 3 days to 1 week at room temperature.

    Can you make these using an all-purpose gluten-free flour blend?

    Yes, it can work well in this recipe.

    vegan shortbread cookies in a white bowl
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    Vegan Shortbread Cookies

    Here's a vegan version of the classic shortbread cookies that are super easy to make, delicious, and perfect for holiday cookie treats!
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time18 mins
    Course: Cookies, Dessert
    Cuisine: Vegan
    Servings: 42 cookies
    Calories: 2805kcal
    Author: Lainey

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups all purpose flour
    • 1 cup vegan butter
    • ¾ cups granulated sugar

    Instructions

    • In a large bowl, add flour, butter, sugar and mix until the dough comes together.
    • Form the dough in a ball, then wrap it with plastic wrap and allow it to firm up in the fridge for 30 minutes or best overnight. (Dough will be firm)
    • Preheat oven to 350F, and form 42 balls and place each on a baking tray. Flatten with a fork or the palm of your hand.
    • Bake for 16 – 18 minutes or until light golden and allow to cool down before serving.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 2805kcal | Carbohydrates: 340g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 149g | Saturated Fat: 38g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 41g | Monounsaturated Fat: 59g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1466mg | Potassium: 334mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 150g | Vitamin A: 8631IU | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 12mg
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