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Four thick vegan pecan cookies on a plate.
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4.75 from 8 votes

Vegan Pecan Cookies Recipe

These vegan pecan cookies are thick and chewy with the right amount of saltiness to balance their chocolaty sweetness. They're easy to make and delicious.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time14 minutes
Total Time24 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12
Calories: 220kcal

Equipment

  • Parchment paper
  • Sheet pan

Ingredients

  • 1 cup toasted pecans
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup creamy almond butter
  • 1/2 cup chopped dairy-free dark chocolate
  • 1/2 cup coconut flour
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Add the pecans to a dry frying pan on the stove set to low-medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3-4 minutes or until they smell fragrant and look slightly darker in color.
  • Remove the pecans from the stove to cool while you prepare the cookie dough.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Add the maple syrup, almond butter, pure vanilla extract, vinegar, and salt to a large mixing bowl and use a whisk to mix well.
  • Roughly chop the pecans and dairy-free dark chocolate, then add them, as well as the coconut flour and baking soda to the mixing bowl.
  • Use a spoon or your hands to thoroughly mix all the ingredients to form a cookie dough.
  • Use your hands to roll the cookie dough into 12 evenly sized balls, and place them on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
  • Use your fingers to press the cookie dough balls into flatter circle shapes.
  • Bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 14 minutes.
  • Allow the cookies to cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Store these vegan pecan cookies in an airtight container for up to five days or freeze them for up to six months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Cookie | Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 90mg | Potassium: 190mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 1mg