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Soft & Chewy Dairy-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies

These soft and chewy cookies deliver classic chocolate chip cookie magic without the dairy, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without compromise.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base
  • 1 cup plant-based butter (like Earth Balance sticks) Substitute for regular butter.
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed Provides moisture and sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup white sugar For added sweetness.
  • 2 large eggs Can substitute with flax eggs for vegan option.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour Can use oat or almond flour, but texture may vary.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure it's fresh for best results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups dairy-free chocolate chips Enjoy Life or Trader Joe’s are recommended.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the plant-based butter and both sugars until fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
  4. Gradually add in the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix until just combined.
  5. Fold in the dairy-free chocolate chips.
Chilling
  1. Chill the dough for about 30 minutes to enhance chewiness.
Baking
  1. Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, until slightly soft.
  3. Let the cookies cool on the tray for a few minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 4 days. For longer freshness, freeze the dough and bake from frozen, adding a couple of extra minutes to the baking time.