Indulge in the delightful contrast of sweet and salty flavors with these vegan chocolate chip cookies, enhanced with the unexpected crunch of crushed Ritz crackers. This unique combination elevates the classic cookie, making each bite a delicious surprise. Perfect for those who love a bit of adventure in their treats, these cookies merge the creamy sweetness of chocolate with the savory touch of crackers for a memorable taste experience.
Why You'll Love This: These cookies are a perfect treat for anyone looking to satisfy both sweet and salty cravings in one go. The use of vegan ingredients ensures that everyone can enjoy them, while the addition of Ritz crackers (or pretzels, if you prefer) adds a satisfying crunch that makes these cookies stand out. They're easy to make and even easier to love!
Perfect Occasion: These cookies are great for parties, family gatherings, or as a fun baking project with kids. They're also perfect for holiday cookie exchanges where you want to offer something a little different. Serve them at casual get-togethers or during a cozy night in for a sweet and salty snack that's sure to please.
Decoration Tips: For a festive touch, you can sprinkle a little coarse sea salt on top of the cookies right before baking to enhance the salty flavor. If you're feeling extra creative, drizzle them with a bit of melted vegan chocolate after they've cooled for an added layer of decadence.
Ingredients:
- 1 stick (1/2 cup) softened vegan butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 flax egg (1 tbsp flaxseed meal mixed with 3 tbsp water, let sit for 5 minutes)
- A pinch of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup vegan chocolate chips
- 1/3 to 1/2 cup crushed Ritz crackers (or substitute with pretzels for a different crunch)
Instructions:
- Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line one large or two smaller baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cookie Dough:
- In a large bowl, cream together the vegan butter, brown sugar, white sugar, vanilla extract, flax egg, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the flour and baking soda until just combined, careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and crushed Ritz crackers or pretzels until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Baking:
- Roll the dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, ensuring there is enough space between each for slight spreading.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-13 minutes, or until the edges are just set but the centers are still soft.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these uniquely delicious Sweet & Salty Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies, where every bite combines the best of both worlds for a truly satisfying treat!
