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Easy Vegan Lemon Cookies Recipe

Jun 12, 2023 · 6 Comments

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These vegan lemon cookies are light, summery and will please any lemon-lover's palate. The zesty citrus notes provide a pleasant contrast to the sweetness in the cookie, making these a delightful treat.

lemon cookies made with vegan ingredients

Why I like these cookies

In less than an hour I am enjoying delicious vegan lemon cookies! I have quite a few friends who follow a vegan diet and these cookies never fail to please them. The cookies are light and buttery with just the right amount of tangy lemon flavor.

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  • Ingredients
  • Variations
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  • FAQ
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Ingredients

ingredients needed to make vegan lemon cookie recipe
  • Vegan butter replacement: there are a multitude of brands available. For baking I prefer the Trader Joe's brand or Miyokos.
  • Granulated sugar
  • Fresh lemon zest and lemon juice
  • Baking soda and salt
  • Vegan egg replacement: several brands are available at many grocery stores. My preference is Simply Eggless. You need three tablespoons of this brand to replace one egg for your baking.
  • All-purpose flour: I prefer an unbleached flour but any all-purpose flour may be used.

See recipe card for quantities.

Variations

These lemon cookies are perfect on their own. But if you prefer a bit more flavor consider one of the following:

  • Blueberries- blueberries and lemons were made for each other! Stir in a cup of fresh blueberries after mixing the cookie dough.
  • Dried cranberries- for even more tang stir in a cup of dried cranberries after mixing the cookie dough.
  • Lemon glaze - need a little more zesty lemon flavor? Add two tablespoons of lemon juice to a cup of powdered sugar, stir well and drizzle over the baked cookies.
vegan cranberry lemon cookies on a wire rack

Equipment

Use a hand-mixer or a stand-mixer to make this recipe. If using a stand-mixer, use the paddle attachment to create the dough. If using a hand-mixer, consider stirring in the dry ingredients by hand.

Storage

Store the vegan lemon cookies in an airtight container. The cookies stay fresh at room temperature for up to 5 days. Alternatively, to freeze, wrap the cookies well in plastic or foil and freeze for up to 3 months.

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Top tip

Short on time? No problem! Feel free to make the cookie dough a few days in advance. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and place in the fridge until ready to bake.

FAQ

Can I make these cookies non-vegan?

Yes. Simply replace the vegan butter with unsalted butter and replace the egg replacement with one room temperature egg.

Can I use gluten-free flour in this recipe

Yes. Use a 1-to-1 gluten-free flour in place of the all-purpose flour.

📋 Recipe

lemon cookies made with vegan ingredients

Vegan Lemon Cookies Recipe

Vegan lemon cookies with the perfect balance of tartness and sweetness.
5 from 48 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 12 minutes mins
Cooling time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 47 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24 Cookies
Calories 106 kcal

Equipment

  • Hand Mixer or
  • Stand Mixer
  • 2 Cookie Sheets

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Cups All Purpose Flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 tablespoon Lemon Zest (appoximately 2 lemons)
  • 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice (approximately 2 lemons)
  • 1 Cup Granulated Sugar
  • ½ Cup Vegan butter, room temperature
  • 3 Tablespoons Simply Eggless (or similar egg replacement for one egg)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°
  • Prepare 2 baking sheets by lining with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda and salt.
  • Using a stand-mixer with the paddle attachment, begin creaming the vegan butter, lemon zest and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (approximately 2 - 4 minutes on medium speed). Scrape the bowl as needed.
  • Add the egg replacement and lemon juice and mix on low speed until incorporated.
  • Add the flour mixture and mix on low speed until combined.
  • Scoop the dough onto the parchment-lined baking sheets using a small cookie scooper (approximately 1 ½ tablespoon per cookie). Leave approximately 2 inches of space between each cookie.
  • Bake cookies for 10 - 12 minutes or until the tops are a pale golden color.
  • Let cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 to 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. 

Video

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Nutrition

Calories: 106kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 156mgPotassium: 21mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 11IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 1mg
Keyword vegan cookies, vegan lemon cookies
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Food safety

  • Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
  • Wash hands after touching raw meat
  • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
  • Never leave cooking food unattended
  • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

See more guidelines at USDA.gov.

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Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. DK says

    March 21, 2024 at 6:00 pm

    5 stars
    These lemon cookies were nice and soft and super delicious! I definitely took your advice about adding in blueberries - they made the cookies even more tasty!

    Reply
  2. Roselne Beusch says

    June 20, 2023 at 5:31 pm

    5 stars
    Like always everything explained so well.I like the fact that you can store the lemon cookies for up to 3 months in a freezer, it`s like making it once and then having a treat any time I want to up to 3 months before baking again.
    I really appreciate the time you take to explain even the smallest details, it makes things easier for non-bakers like myself.

    Reply
  3. Megane says

    June 17, 2023 at 11:44 pm

    5 stars
    These turned out so well and disappeared very quickly. They will be a regular for us.

    Reply
    • dessertswithstephanie says

      June 18, 2023 at 11:31 am

      So nice to know you enjoyed the cookies. Thank you for the feedback.

      Reply
  4. Helen at the Lazy Gastronome says

    June 14, 2023 at 10:23 pm

    5 stars
    I love lemon anything! It's so fresh and bright. And these cookies certainly delivered - love them! Pinned!

    Reply
  5. Nora says

    June 14, 2023 at 7:01 pm

    5 stars
    Lemon cookies are really a dream in any form. Whether classic or vegan! The recipe is simply wonderful! Thank you!

    Reply
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