The Coziest Gluten-Free Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies That Will Make You Forget Everything
Hey friends! Let me tell you, finding a truly great gluten-free and vegan treat has been a journey. It's often felt like navigating a maze of dry, crumbly disappointments. But, my friends, the search is over. We've landed. These aren't just "good for gluten-free, vegan" cookies; these are just plain good cookies, period. Seriously, they're so delicious that they have replaced my old recipes!
I remember the first time I perfected this recipe. I took the first bite and closed my eyes, and that's when I knew I HAD to share this with all of you. This is that recipe where you can completely forget about dietary restrictions. They're chewy, they're perfectly sweet, they're studded with melty chocolate chunks, and they disappear almost as fast as you can bake them! They have become a staple in my house, and I dare say, could become a staple in yours too. So let's get started, shall we?

What You Will Need - Your Ingredient Line-up:
- 1 cup (120g) of gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (Make sure it contains xanthan gum or add about 1/2 teaspoon separately if your blend doesn't have it. This will help with texture and avoid your cookies falling apart.)
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (about 120g) vegan butter, softened (I like using sticks for consistency in this recipe)
- ½ cup (100g) packed light brown sugar
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons non-dairy milk (I use almond milk, but soy, oat, or cashew milk work swell, too!)
- 1 cup vegan chocolate chips or chopped chocolate chunks – don't skimp here! I like using dark chocolate for that rich flavor
Let's Get Baking: Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Preheat and Prep
Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grab a baking sheet and line it with parchment paper. This ensures that the cookies don't stick, and cleaning up is a breeze!
Step 2: Dry Ingredients Mix
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking soda, and salt. Be thorough, we don't want pockets of baking soda sneaking up on us later!
Step 3: Cream the Sugars
In a separate, large bowl, cream together the softened vegan butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. You can use a hand mixer or stand mixer (Amazon link – this can be a life saver!) for this step. Keep mixing till the mixture is light and fluffy, taking a good 2-3 minutes.
Step 4: Add the Wet Ingredients
Stir in the vanilla extract and non-dairy milk. Mix to combine, the mixture will look a little thin but that's perfect for this step.
Step 5: Combine Dry and Wet
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Mix on low speed or stir with a spatula until just combined. Don't overmix! Overmixing can result in tough cookies, and we're making chewy masterpieces here!
Step 6: Fold in the chocolate
Gently fold in the vegan chocolate chips or chunks. Again, be gentle; we just want to make sure everyone has a piece of the good stuff.
Step 7: Scoop and Bake
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving a bit of space between each cookie. Pop them into the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown. Don't be tempted to overbake, they will firm up as they cool!
Step 8: Cool Down
Let your cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. This will prevent them from breaking apart when they're still soft. Trust the process!
Step 9: Be Ready to Share (Or Not!)
Once cooled, your cookies are ready for consumption! Enjoy your homemade, gluten-free, vegan goodness! Maybe you'll share, but I won't judge you if you keep them all to yourself ;)
Tips, Tricks, and Flavor Enhancements:
- Nutty Delight: Want to add some extra texture and flavor? Throw in about ½ cup of chopped walnuts or pecans. It can elevate the cookies if you ask me.
- Salty Sweet: A sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top of the cookies right after they come out of the oven gives that delightful salty-sweet contrast.
- Chill Out: If it's a hot day, or you're starting the day with cold ingredients, you can chill the cookie dough in the fridge for 30 minutes before baking. It helps solidify the butter and results in a slightly thicker cookie.
- Spice It Up: Try adding 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon or a pinch of nutmeg to get cozy flavors.
- Chocolate Variety: Use a mix of dark and milk chips or try adding chunks of vegan dark chocolate bars you find in your local market (Amazon link can help you here) for a varied flavor profile.
- Storage: These cookies store beautifully in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to a month. They're also tasty slightly warmed up in the microwave.

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Recipe Card: Gluten-Free Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Yields: Approximately 16 cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (120g) Gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
- ½ tsp Baking soda
- ¼ tsp Salt
- ½ cup (about 120g) Vegan butter, softened
- ½ cup (100g) Packed light brown sugar
- ¼ cup (50g) Granulated sugar
- 2 tsp Vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp Non-dairy milk
- 1 cup Vegan chocolate chips/chunks
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Whisk together gluten-free flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream vegan butter with both sugars until fluffy.
- Mix in vanilla extract and non-dairy milk.
- Slowly add dry ingredients to wet, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips/chunks
- Scoop onto baking sheet, bake 10-12 minutes, until golden.
- Cool, and Enjoy!
There you have it! A batch of the most delicious, foolproof gluten-free vegan chocolate chip cookies you will ever encounter. Go on, bake a batch and let me know what you think! Feel free to tweak and adjust to your taste. It's your kitchen, after all! Let the baking adventures begin! :)
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