It’s officially Christmas season, and this month I’m whipping up dairy-free and egg-free desserts inspired by classic Christmas treats and flavors.
These cookies are crispy on the outside, gooey and chewy in the middle, and bursting with chocolate-orange flavor. The recipe is easy to adapt for all dietary needs and preferences, with no dairy, eggs, or gluten!
Since it’s #NationalCookieDay, we’re making a delicious double chocolate cookie inspired by Terry’s Chocolate Orange.
These cookies are crisp on the outside, gooey and chewy in the middle, and full of chocolate orange flavor, inspired by Terry’s Chocolate Orange. They are dairy-free, egg-free, and gluten-free.
Vegan and Gluten-Free Chocolate Orange Cookies
These Chocolate Orange Cookies are perfect for the Christmas season, crisp on the outside and gooey and chewy in the middle, with a delicious chocolate orange flavor. They’re easily adaptable for all dietary needs and preferences.
Chocolate Orange Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 6 tbsp water flax eggs
- ½ cup coconut oil melted
- ¼ cup plant-based milk almond, soy, or oat
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 tsp orange extract
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup ground almonds almond flour
- 1 cup gluten-free oat flour
- 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda baking soda
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped Terry’s Chocolate Orange if not dairy-free
Instructions
Prepare the Flax Eggs:
- In a small bowl, mix the ground flaxseed with water and let it sit for 5-10 minutes to thicken.
Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine the granulated sugar, melted coconut oil, plant-based milk, orange zest, orange extract, and the prepared flax eggs. Mix until well combined.
Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In another bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, ground almonds, gluten-free oat flour, and bicarbonate of soda.
Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips.
Chill the Dough:
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Shape and Bake:
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Flatten each dough ball slightly with the back of a spoon.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are crisp and the centers are still slightly soft.
Cool and Serve:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy these delicious, gooey, and chewy chocolate orange cookies!
Notes
- Flax Eggs: Ensure the flax eggs are thickened before adding to the wet ingredients for the best binding effect.
- Coconut Oil: Use melted coconut oil for easy mixing. Ensure it’s not too hot when adding to avoid melting the sugar.
- Gluten-Free Flour: Ensure the oat flour is certified gluten-free if needed. You can also use other gluten-free flour blends if preferred.
- Chocolate Chips: Use dairy-free dark chocolate chips or chopped dairy-free chocolate orange pieces for a festive twist.