Description
This Healthy Vegan Cookie Dough is a creamy, rich, and perfectly chewy treat made from wholesome, simple ingredients. It’s free from eggs, dairy, and refined sugars, making it a guilt-free indulgence that’s safe to eat raw. Ideal for vegans, health-conscious individuals, and anyone craving a delicious and nourishing sweet snack, this versatile cookie dough can be enjoyed straight from the bowl, with fruit, or as a topping for your favorite desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup natural nut butter (such as peanut or almond butter)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup oat flour (use certified gluten-free if needed)
Add-Ins
- 1/2 cup plant-based chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prep Your Chickpeas: Drain and rinse canned chickpeas thoroughly to remove excess salt and liquid, then dry slightly with a clean towel to prevent watery dough and ensure firmness.
- Blend the Base: In a food processor or high-speed blender, combine chickpeas, nut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Blend until you achieve a smooth and creamy texture.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in oat flour to create a dough-like consistency. If the dough is too sticky, add oat flour one tablespoon at a time until the dough is workable but still soft.
- Mix in Chocolate Chips: Stir the plant-based chocolate chips into the dough by hand to keep their shape and add melty pockets throughout.
- Chill and Enjoy: Chill the cookie dough for at least 30 minutes to firm up for best results, or enjoy immediately if you prefer a softer texture.
Notes
- Use smooth nut butter for the creamiest texture; chunky varieties may affect consistency.
- Measure oat flour carefully to avoid drying out the dough; add gradually.
- Adjust sweetness by tasting the dough as you go, especially when using pure maple syrup.
- Keep ingredients at room temperature to ensure smooth blending without clumps.
- Try different mix-ins like mini dark chocolate chips, vegan white chocolate chunks, nuts, seeds, or spices for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: healthy vegan cookie dough, vegan snack, no-bake cookie dough, gluten-free cookie dough, plant-based dessert, guilt-free sweets
