Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients and Weight:

• Organic flour: 2 cups (250 grams)
• Organic sugar: 1 cup (200 grams)
• Vegan margarine or butter: 1 cup (225 grams)
• Vegan chocolate chips: ½ cup (75 grams)
• Egg replacer (optional): 1 packet or 2 teaspoons
• Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
• Salt: ½ teaspoon
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon

Preparation Time: 20 minutes

Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Difficulty Level: 3 (intermediate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together the sugar and vegan margarine or butter until smooth.
4. Add the egg replacer (if using) and vanilla extract to the sugar-margarine mixture and mix well.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until well combined.
6. Stir in the vegan chocolate chips.
7. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop the cookie dough onto a baking sheet, leaving enough space for spreading.
8. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
9. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: Approximately 350 per cookie (based on estimated values)
• Carbohydrates: 40 grams
• Fat: 18 grams
• Protein: 3 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Vegan-friendly
• Chocolate chip cookies with a soft and chewy texture
• Suitable for American taste with a balance of sweet and chocolate flavors

User Comments:

1. "These cookies are delicious! The chocolate chips provide a nice contrast to the sweetness of the cookie."
2. "As a vegan, it's hard to find good vegan cookies. These are a great option that taste just like regular chocolate chip cookies."
3. "The cookies were easy to make and came out perfectly. The texture was soft and chewy, just like I wanted."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use organic ingredients for a healthier option.
• For best results, use vegan chocolate chips that are specifically designed for baking.
• Adjust the baking time according to your oven's temperature and preference for cookie texture.