Low Sugar Vegan Pistachio Cookies

Total time49 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time24 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

½ cup vegan butter, softened
½ cup granulated 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.
¼ cup packed light brown sugar
Chef's tip
Use the same volume. Brown-sugar replacements vary in moisture, spread, and browning, so follow the package's baking guidance and start checking a few minutes early.
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp almond extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp fine salt
1 cup shelled roasted pistachios, roughly chopped

For serving

flaky sea salt, for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions

1
Stir together the ground flaxseed and water in a small bowl until combined, then set aside for 5 minutes until the mixture thickens to a gel.
2
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

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