Description
Delightful fusion of classic cookie goodness with aromatic chai spices, perfect for a cozy treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed meal
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly crushed cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- Pinch of black pepper
- 3/4 cup smooth almond butter or cashew butter
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup hemp seeds
- 1/2 cup finely chopped dates or other dried fruit
- 1/3 cup shelled pistachios, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Your Flax Eggs: Combine flaxseed meal with water in a small bowl, stir, and let sit for 15 minutes until gelled.
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Make the Chai Spice Blend: In a small bowl, combine all spices for the chai blend.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine oats, shredded coconut, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and chai spice blend. Stir until mixed.
- Prepare the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flax eggs, almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Fold in the Mix-Ins: Gently fold in chopped dates, hemp seeds, and pistachios.
- Chill the Dough (If Needed): If too sticky, chill in the fridge for 10-15 minutes.
- Scoop the Cookies: Portion dough onto the baking sheets using an ice cream scoop, flatten slightly.
- Bake: Bake for 17-20 minutes until golden and set around edges.
- Cool Down: Let cool on baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For best results, use high-quality spices and store cookies in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vegan cookies, chai cookies, chewy cookies, dessert, baked goods
