Healthy Sugar Cookies
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These soft and chewy healthy sugar cookies are easy to make, refined sugar-free, and naturally sweetened coconut sugar and maple syrup. This is hands down the best dairy-free sugar cookie recipe ever!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup coconut oil solid state, softened but not melted
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 cup coconut sugar
- 1 large egg at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract optional
Instructions
- Mix the dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, and salt) in a bowl and set them aside.
- In a larger bowl, combine softened coconut oil (NOT MELTED), maple syrup, and coconut sugar. Use a whisk or a fork to mix them together well.
- Add the egg (make sure it is room temperature), vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using). Mix everything until it's smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until there's no dry flour left.
- Chill the cookie dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour. You can chill it overnight if desired.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Use a spoon to scoop out portions of dough (about 2 tablespoons) and roll them into balls. Place the dough balls on a baking sheet and gently flatten them.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 7-8 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and the center is slightly underdone.
- Right after taking them out of the oven, gently tap the baking sheet on the countertop to create a gooey crinkle center.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to finish cooling completely.
Notes
- Chill the dough. This is my #1 tip to ensure these cookies are thick and chewy. Chilling the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes allows the coconut oil to solidify and prevents cookies from spreading too much during baking.
- Use softened coconut oil, not melted. This ensures proper cookie texture. If you use melted coconut oil, the cookies will be thin.
- The “bang” technique. Immediately after taking the cookies out of the oven, gently tap the baking sheet on the counter. This will create a crinkled texture in the cookies, making them extra chewy and gooey in the center.
- Maple Syrup: substitute with honey.
- Coconut Sugar: you can swap it out with light brown sugar.
- Flour: You can try using whole wheat flour or a gluten-free flour blend if you have dietary restrictions.
- Coconut Oil: You can use room-temperature butter or vegan butter sticks (like Earth Balance).
- Add-Ins: Customize your cookies by adding ingredients like chocolate chips, chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or almonds), shredded coconut, sprinkles, dried fruit, or even spices like cinnamon or nutmeg.
- Storing: Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. You can also freeze the cookies for longer storage; ensure they’re well-wrapped to prevent freezer burn,
Nutrition Information
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Calories
107kcal
(5%)
Carbohydrates
19g
(6%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
3g
(5%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
9mg
(3%)
Sodium
133mg
(6%)
Potassium
26mg
(1%)
Fiber
0.3g
(1%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
14IU
(0%)
Calcium
8mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 20cookies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 107 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 107kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 133mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 26mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 14IU | 0% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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