Nothing quite captures the spirit of the winter season like the warm, spicy aroma of gingerbread baking in the oven. My journey to veganism has led me to reinvent this classic favorite, ensuring that anyone, regardless of dietary preferences, can enjoy these delightful cookies. I remember sharing a batch with my skeptical friends, who were surprised by how delicious they turned out. Let’s dive into this simple yet delectable recipe!

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 ½ tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp ground cloves
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup coconut oil (melted)
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup molasses
  • 2 tbsp non-dairy milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure your cookies don’t stick.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. This blend of spices will create that classic gingerbread flavor we all adore.

In a separate large bowl, combine the melted coconut oil and brown sugar, mixing until smooth. Add in the molasses, non-dairy milk, and vanilla extract, stirring until well combined.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms. The dough should be slightly sticky but manageable. If it feels too wet, you can add a little more flour.

Once your dough is ready, take small portions and roll them into balls, then flatten them slightly before placing them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space in between each cookie as they will spread while baking.

Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the centers are still soft. They will continue to firm up as they cool, so don’t worry if they look a bit underbaked!

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. The aroma wafting through your kitchen will be irresistible!

These gingerbread cookies can be enjoyed as is, or you can get creative by decorating them with vegan icing or a dusting of powdered sugar. Sharing these cookies during the holidays or any gathering will surely win over even the most skeptical of friends!

Enjoy your homemade vegan gingerbread cookies and embrace the warmth of the season!