🍪 The Best Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

Soft, chewy, and totally plant-based — a treat everyone will love.

There’s something so nostalgic and comforting about a classic chocolate chip cookie. And this version? It just happens to be vegan — no eggs, no dairy, no compromises on flavor.

My daughter asked to make cookies on her first day of summer break, and this recipe was the perfect way to kick things off. They're quick to whip up, make the kitchen smell incredible, and deliver that perfect mix of crisp edges and soft, gooey centers.

These are made with a flax egg, which gives them just the right texture while sneaking in a little extra fiber and omega-3s. So yes — dessert can totally be plant-based and nourishing too.

📝 Ingredients

Wet ingredients:

• ½ cup vegan butter, softened (like Miyoko’s or Earth Balance)

• ½ cup brown sugar

• ¼ cup cane sugar or coconut sugar

• 1 tbsp ground flax + 2.5 tbsp water (flax egg)

• 1½ tsp vanilla extract

Dry ingredients:

• 1¼ cups all-purpose flour

• ½ tsp baking soda

• ¼ tsp salt

• ¾ cup vegan chocolate chips

Optional: flaky sea salt for topping

🔪 Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a small bowl, mix flaxseed and water to make a flax egg. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until thickened.

3. In a large mixing bowl, cream vegan butter with brown sugar and cane sugar until fluffy. Mix in vanilla and flax egg.

4. Stir in flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.

5. Chill dough for 30 minutes or longer if you can (optional, but helps make thicker cookies!).

6. Scoop onto baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes, until golden on the edges and slightly soft in the center.

7. Let cool on the sheet for 5–10 minutes. Sprinkle with flaky salt if desired, and enjoy warm.

💡 Tips

• Swap ¼ cup of the flour for almond flour for a nuttier flavor.

• Use chopped dark chocolate for melty pools of chocolate.

• Make a double batch and freeze the dough for cookie emergencies!
  

There’s truly nothing like a fresh chocolate chip cookie — especially when it’s this easy and plant-based. Whether you’re baking with your kids or just craving something sweet and cozy, this recipe is a keeper.

Let me know if you try them! Tag @kellysgreenkitchen on Instagram — I’d love to see your bakes.