Description
Vegan Apple Pie Cookies are a scrumptious fusion of classic apple pie flavors and the convenience of cookies, making them the perfect treat for any occasion. With a chewy texture and a rich spiced cookie dough base paired with homemade apple filling, these delightful cookies are sure to win over both vegan and non-vegan guests alike. Serve them warm with dairy-free ice cream or enjoy them solo as a satisfying snack. Ideal for holiday gatherings or casual get-togethers, these cookies encapsulate the essence of fall in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large honeycrisp apple
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 Tablespoon cornstarch
- 3 Tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 Tablespoons vegan butter
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 cup vegan butter
- 1/2 cup + 2 Tablespoons sugar (½ cup for dough, 2 Tbsp for rolling before baking)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 flax egg (1 Tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 Tablespoons water)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste (or vanilla extract)
- 1 1/2 cups + 1 Tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the apple filling by combining water, cornstarch, chopped apples, brown sugar, vegan butter, lemon juice, and pumpkin pie spice in a saucepan. Cook until apples soften (about 5-7 minutes) and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together vegan butter and sugars until fluffy. Add the flax egg and vanilla; mix well.
- Gradually incorporate flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, and salt into the mixture.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough onto a lined baking sheet, create indentation for filling, spoon in apple mixture, cover with more dough.
- Bake for about 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg