Delight in the festive spirit with these Vegan Christmas Sugar Cookies—a plant-based twist on a classic favorite. These cookies boast a perfect balance of melt-in-your-mouth texture and sweet, vanilla-infused flavor. The vegan butter, applesauce, and a touch of vanilla come together to create a dough that’s easy to work with, producing beautifully shaped and golden-brown cookies.
The decorating possibilities are endless—whether it’s adding vegan sprinkles, colored sugar, or even a dusting of edible glitter. Share the holiday joy by involving friends and family in the decorating process, creating unique and personalized masterpieces that capture the spirit of the season.
Vegan Christmas Sugar Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) vegan butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce (as an egg substitute)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, cream together the vegan butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the applesauce and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until the dough comes together.
- Divide the dough in half, shape each half into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes.
- Place the cut-out cookies on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Vegan Christmas Frosting
Ingredients:
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup vegan butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 tablespoons non-dairy milk (such as almond or soy milk)
- Plant-based food coloring (red, green, and any other desired colors)
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, beat together the powdered sugar, vegan butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add non-dairy milk, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
- Divide the frosting into separate bowls and add plant-based food coloring to achieve different festive colors.
- Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread or pipe the vegan frosting onto the cookies.
- Allow the frosting to set for a few minutes before adding additional vegan-friendly decorations.
Vegan Decoration Ideas:
- Vegan-friendly sprinkles
- Colored sugar (check for vegan certification)
- Vegan edible glitter
- Vegan chocolate chips
- Crushed vegan candy canes
- Vegan royal icing for intricate designs
Enjoy making and sharing these delicious vegan Christmas sugar cookies!
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