Vegan Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup vegan buttery spread (or any vegan shortening) - 240g
• 1 cup brown sugar - 200g
• 1/2 cup white sugar - 100g
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 eggs (for binding)
• 2 cups all-purpose flour - 250g
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder - 50g
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup vegan chocolate chips - 200g (or more, as desired)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the vegan buttery spread and both sugars until light and fluffy.
3. Add the vanilla extract and eggs, mixing well after each addition.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing well.
6. Stir in the vegan chocolate chips.
7. Drop the cookie dough by spoonful onto an ungreased baking sheet, leaving enough space for spreading.
8. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information: (Please note that the nutritional information may vary depending on the specific ingredients used)

• Calories: Approx. 350 per cookie (based on using specified ingredients)
• Fat: Approx. 18g
• Carbohydrates: Approx. 45g
• Protein: Approx. 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• Vegan-friendly
• Chocolate lovers' delight
• Crispy on the outside, soft and chocolatey on the inside
• Perfect for cookie lovers seeking a chocolate fix without dairy products

User Comments:

1. "These cookies are amazing! The chocolate flavor is so rich and the cookies are so soft and delicious."
2. "I love how easy these cookies are to make and they are perfect for a vegan friend's gathering."
3. "These cookies are a great vegan alternative to regular chocolate chip cookies. They taste just as good!"
4. "The cookies are a bit rich due to the high sugar content, but overall they are quite tasty."
5. "I added extra chocolate chips to make them even more chocolatey - loved it!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use vegan-friendly ingredients to ensure the dish is suitable for vegans.
• Check the expiry dates of the baking ingredients before using them to ensure freshness.
• Do not overbake the cookies, as they will become hard and crispy instead of soft and chewy.