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Vegan Pumpkin Pie Cookies

Vegan Pumpkin Pie Cookies
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Vegan Pumpkin Pie Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly marries the comforting flavors of pumpkin pie with a soft, chewy cookie base. These cookies feature a creamy pumpkin filling nestled within each cookie, making them an irresistible choice for any occasion—from holiday gatherings to cozy evenings at home. Easy to make and completely plant-based, they welcome everyone to indulge in the warmth of fall flavors without any animal products. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or paired with your favorite hot beverage, these cookies promise to be a hit!

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup vegan butter (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons sugar (½ cup for dough, 2 Tbsp for rolling before baking)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste (or vanilla extract)
  • 1 1/2 cups + 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2/3 cup pumpkin puree (NOT pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons oat milk (or any plant-based milk subbed 1:1)
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste (or vanilla extract)
  • 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • Vegan whipped cream
  • Pumpkin pie spice (to sprinkle on top of cookies)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare a flax egg by mixing 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons water; let it thicken for 5 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, cream together vegan butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add the flax egg and vanilla; mix well.
  4. Gradually add flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, and salt; mix until just combined.
  5. Form small balls of dough, roll in sugar, and place on a lined baking sheet.
  6. In another bowl, combine pumpkin puree, maple syrup, oat milk, cornstarch, vanilla, and additional pumpkin pie spice; mix until smooth.
  7. Flatten each cookie ball slightly and top with a teaspoon of pumpkin filling.
  8. Bake for about 15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  9. Cool before serving.

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