Vegan Butter Cookies with Coconut Sugar

ntroduction In today’s recipe, we want to turn the simplest vegan butter cookies into a beloved dessert for both young and grown-ups. Simple, incredibly fragrant, and a lot of fun to make, they’re a great idea for a cozy afternoon, baking with kids, or just a sweet, cheerful treat to go with a cup of coffee or tea. 

Why is this recipe good for your health? (Educational Corner) At Organic.mk, we show that even sweet cookies can be made from high-quality, whole ingredients:

• Coconut oil is an excellent vegan alternative to butter, providing a creamy texture and serving as a rich source of healthy fatty acids.

• Coconut sugar offers a natural caramel note and has a lower glycemic index than white sugar, preventing sudden energy crashes.

• Spelt or oat flour (as a healthier alternative to plain white flour) adds dietary fiber and is easier on the digestive system.

Ingredients (makes 11 cookies)

• 225 g organic flour (we recommend spelt or gluten-free oat flour)

• 150 g cold-pressed coconut oil (solid state)

• 75 g coconut sugar

• 1 tsp Bourbon vanilla paste (or vanilla extract)

• For decoration (optional): Melted dark chocolate 

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).

2. In a bowl, combine the flour, coconut sugar, and vegan (coconut) oil. Use your hands to knead the mixture; the heat from your hands will begin to melt the oil, resulting in a smooth, homogeneous dough.

3. Shape the dough into small balls. You can flatten them into classic cookie shapes, or roll them out into thin strips and twist them into fun spirals.

4. Arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

5. Bake for about 8–10 minutes, until the edges start to turn slightly golden/pinkish.

6. Let the cookies cool completely on the tray (they are soft when warm but will crisp up as they cool).

7. Once cooled, decorate them with eyes and smiles made from melted dark chocolate. Enjoy!