Low Sugar Vegan Matcha Cookies

Total time59 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time14 min

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Ingredients

18 servings

1 tbsp ground flaxseed
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3 tbsp water
½ cup vegan butter, softened
¾ cup organic cane sugar
Chef's tip
Use the same volume. Baking behavior varies by blend: some brown faster or stay softer, while others brown less. Follow the package's baking guidance and start checking a few minutes early.
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 tbsp matcha powder
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
½ cup vegan white chocolate chips (optional)
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Instructions

1
Stir together the ground flaxseed and water in a small bowl until combined. Set aside for 5 minutes, until the mixture thickens to a gel.
2
In a large bowl, beat the vegan butter and organic cane sugar with a stand mixer or hand mixer on medium speed for 2–3 minutes, until pale and fluffy. Add the flax egg and vanilla extract and beat on low until fully incorporated.

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