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Chewy Chocolate Fudge Cookies (Vegan)

These Chewy Chocolate Fudge Cookies are a chocolate lover's dream! Rich, chewy, and completely vegan, they're perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies:
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (divided, use vegan chocolate)
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (plus 2 tablespoons)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Oven

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Step 1: Preheat the Oven - Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your cookies bake evenly and achieve that perfect chewy texture.
  2. Step 2: Melt the Chocolate and Coconut Oil - In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup of the semi-sweet chocolate chips with the coconut oil. Heat in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
  3. Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients - In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, unsweetened applesauce, almond milk, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined and smooth.
  4. Step 4: Combine Wet and Melted Ingredients - Once the melted chocolate mixture has cooled, pour it into the bowl with the wet ingredients. Stir until fully incorporated.
  5. Step 5: Sift the Dry Ingredients - In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. This helps to aerate the flour and remove any lumps.
  6. Step 6: Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; you want to keep those cookies soft and chewy!
  7. Step 7: Fold in Remaining Chocolate Chips - Gently fold in the remaining 1 cup of chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  8. Step 8: Scoop and Bake - Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop generous amounts of dough onto a lined baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly underbaked.
  9. Step 9: Cool and Enjoy - Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your delicious Chewy Chocolate Fudge Cookies (Vegan) with a glass of almond milk or your favorite plant-based beverage!

Notes

  • For a nut-free version, substitute almond milk with oat milk or soy milk.
  • Use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend if you're avoiding gluten.
  • Replace granulated sugar with coconut sugar for a lower glycemic index option.