Vegan Grinch Crinkle Cookies
Vegan Grinch Crinkle Cookies bring festive fun to your holiday table with their vibrant green color and soft, chewy texture. These plant-based holiday treats are easy to make and perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups 180g all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup 115g vegan butter, softened
- 1 cup 200g granulated sugar
- ¼ cup 60g unsweetened applesauce
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp green food coloring
- ¼ cup 30g powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
Prep Oven and Baking Sheet
- I preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a bowl, I whisk 1½ cups flour, ½ tsp baking powder, and ¼ tsp salt, setting aside for the base of these crinkled holiday sweets.
Cream Butter and Sugar
- In another bowl, I beat ½ cup vegan butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until fluffy, about 2–3 minutes, for light plant-based holiday treats.
Add Wet Ingredients
- I mix in ¼ cup applesauce, 1 tsp vanilla, and 1 tbsp green food coloring, blending until the dough is vibrant green.
Combine Mixtures
- I gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, stirring until just combined to keep these festive green cookies soft.
Chill Dough
- I chill the dough in the fridge for 30 minutes to firm it up, helping the crinkle shape hold during baking.
Shape and Coat
- I scoop tablespoon-sized portions, roll them into balls, and coat generously in ¼ cup powdered sugar for that signature crinkle effect.
Bake and Cool
- I place the balls on the baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes until they crack slightly. I cool them on a wire rack for perfect crinkled holiday sweets.