Vegan Cherry Lime Sugar Cookies (Print Version)

Soft sugar cookies with tart cherries and zesty lime. Easy vegan treat ready in 32 minutes.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1/2 cup vegan butter, softened
07 - 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
08 - 1 tablespoon lime zest (about 2 limes)
09 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Add-Ins

11 - 3/4 cup dried cherries, chopped
12 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for rolling)

# Step-by-step Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until well blended.
03 - In a large bowl, beat together sugar and vegan butter until creamy and smooth, approximately 2-3 minutes.
04 - Mix in applesauce, lime zest, lime juice, and vanilla extract until fully combined and mixture is uniform.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
06 - Fold in chopped dried cherries until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
07 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls. Roll each ball generously in the extra granulated sugar until fully coated.
08 - Place balls 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets. Gently flatten each cookie with the palm of your hand to about 1/2 inch thickness.
09 - Bake for 11-13 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown and centers appear set.
10 - Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before storing.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of tart cherries and zesty lime creates this perfect sweet and tangy balance that keeps you reaching for just one more
  • These cookies stay incredibly soft for days thanks to the applesauce, which means they are perfect for making ahead or sharing with friends
02 -
  • Overbaking is the enemy of soft cookies, pull them out when they look slightly underdone in the center
  • Room temperature ingredients prevent the dough from separating and ensure even baking
03 -
  • Zest your limes before juicing them, it is so much easier to handle the whole fruit first
  • If your kitchen is warm, chill the dough for 15 minutes to prevent excessive spreading

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