Low Sodium Vegan Cut-Out Sugar Cookies

Total time1 hr 37 min

Prep time25 min

Cook time12 min

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Ingredients

24 servings

For the flax egg

1 tbsp ground flaxseed
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3 tbsp water

For the cookies

1 cup vegan butter, softened
1 cup organic cane sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
Chef's tip
Season to taste - salt substitutes can taste bitter in larger amounts, so start with less.
2 tbsp plant-based milk

For the icing

2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
3–4 tbsp plant-based milk
½ tsp vanilla extract
vegan food coloring, as desired (optional)

Instructions

1
Stir together the ground flaxseed and 3 tbsp water in a small bowl until combined. Set aside for 5 minutes, until the mixture thickens to a gel.
2
Beat the softened vegan butter and organic cane sugar together in a large bowl with a stand mixer or hand mixer on medium speed for 2–3 minutes, until pale and fluffy.

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