Vegan Coconut Strawberry Cookies (Print Version)
Soft, chewy plant-based cookies with fresh strawberries and coconut. Dairy-free and ready in 27 minutes.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Wet Ingredients
01 - 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
02 - 3/4 cup organic cane sugar
03 - 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk
04 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
→ Dry Ingredients
05 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
06 - 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
07 - 1/2 tsp baking soda
08 - 1/4 tsp baking powder
09 - 1/4 tsp salt
→ Add-ins
10 - 3/4 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
11 - 2 tbsp extra sugar (for coating, optional)
# Step-by-step Instructions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted coconut oil and cane sugar until thoroughly combined and smooth.
03 - Pour in coconut milk and vanilla extract, whisking continuously until the mixture achieves a uniform consistency.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, shredded coconut, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until evenly distributed.
05 - Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined without overworking.
06 - Gently fold chopped strawberries into dough, distributing evenly while maintaining delicate texture.
07 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and optionally coat in extra sugar for added sweetness.
08 - Place shaped cookies 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets to allow proper spreading during baking.
09 - Bake for 11-13 minutes until edges turn lightly golden, watching carefully to prevent overbaking.
10 - Allow cookies to rest on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The coconut oil creates this incredibly tender crumb that stays soft for days.
- Fresh strawberries bring bursts of tartness that balance the sweetness perfectly.
02 -
- Pat those strawberries dry after chopping or your dough will turn into a sticky mess.
- The cookies firm up as they cool so pull them out when edges are barely golden.
03 -
- Room temperature coconut milk blends more smoothly than cold from the fridge.
- A cookie scoop makes uniform portions that bake evenly every time.