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    Vegan Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Published Sep 7, 2020 · Updated May 26, 2021 · 16 Comments

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    The best soft and chewy vegan oatmeal chocolate chip cookies.

    Holding up a vegan oatmeal chocolate chip cookie.
    These vegan oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are made with old-fashioned oats.

    There is just something so cozy about oatmeal cookies. They remind me of chilly weather, mom's kitchen, and overall comfy feelings.

    These vegan oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are so soft and chewy with a little bit of a crispy outer edge. My husband says these are his favorite cookies of all time, so I guess I did something right. ❤️🍪 (Me? I love classic chocolate chip cookies! And Vegan No-Bake Cookies...omg.)

    Ingredients

    Ingredients for cookies on a table
    I like to add cinnamon for another depth of flavor to these cookies.
    • Vegan butter: Earth Balance buttery sticks are my favorite for baking.
    • Brown sugar: This type of sugar helps the cookies develop those crispy edges.
    • Vanilla extract: 100% pure vanilla extract is the best. Don't skip it!
    • Non-dairy milk: I use oat milk. Other types of milk, like almond or soy, will work, too.
    • Oats: Old-fashioned oats specifically. Also known as "rolled oats".
    • Flour: All-purpose flour.
    • Baking soda: This ingredient helps lift the cookies when it reacts with the brown sugar.
    • Cinnamon: I love adding a little spice! If you don't care for cinnamon, you can leave it out.
    • Salt: A little bit of salt helps to keeps the balance with the sugar.
    • Vegan chocolate chips: I typically buy Simple Truth Allergy-Friendly chocolate chips. Enjoy Life is another brand that is vegan and Trader Joe's also has some.

    How to Make

    Cookies are just so easy to make, which make them arguably the best dessert, ever. Just mix up the ingredients, dollop the dough into a cookie sheet, and bake!

    Collage of how to make cookies
    Make sure to leave a couple inches between the cookies because they'll spread out.
    1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    2. In a stand mixer or using a hand mixer, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar. Mix in the vanilla and milk.
    3. Mix in the flour, oats, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
    4. Fold in the vegan chocolate chips.
    5. Roll into balls, about 2 tablespoons worth each. Space out on the lined baking sheet, leaving the cookies about 2 inches apart.
    6. Bake for 10-12 minutes.
    7. Let cool for about 15 minutes before removing from the baking sheet.
    Stacks of cookies on a white surface.
    This recipe makes about 18 cookies.

    Variations & Substitutions

    • Gluten-free: Substitute the flour with a 1-to-1 GF flour and make sure to get oats specifically labeled gluten-free because of cross-contamination.
    • Coconut oil: You can use coconut oil instead of vegan butter.
    • Oil-free: Use ½ cup of applesauce or pumpkin puree in place of the butter.
    • Add-ins: Instead of or in combination with the chocolate chips, try some walnuts, pecans, raisins, and/or dried cranberries.

    Storage & Freezing

    If you have extra cookies, place them in an airtight resealable bag or airtight container.

    • Store at room temperature for up to 3 days.
    • Store in the fridge for up to a week.
    • You can freeze these cookies for up to a month.

    Try these vegan oatmeal raisin cookies next.

    Did you enjoy this recipe? Please leave a comment and a ⭐ star review below!

    Hand holding an oatmeal chocolate chip cookie

    Vegan Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Karissa Besaw
    Soft and chewy vegan oatmeal chocolate chip cookies.
    4.73 from 36 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Course Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine Vegan
    Servings 18 cookies
    Calories 204 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • ½ cup softened vegan butter
    • 1 cup brown sugar
    • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
    • ¼ cup non-dairy milk unsweetened
    • 2.5 cups rolled oats also called old-fashioned
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 1 cup vegan chocolate chips

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • In a stand mixer or using a hand mixer, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar. Mix in the vanilla and milk.
    • Mix in the flour, oats, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
    • Fold in the vegan chocolate chips.
    • Roll into balls, about 2 tablespoons worth each. Space out on the lined baking sheet, leaving the cookies about 2 inches apart.
    • Bake for 10-12 minutes.
    • Let cool for about 15 minutes before removing from the baking sheet.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 204kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 140mgPotassium: 69mgFiber: 2gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 253IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 2mg
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