Description
Swirled Cookies are visually stunning and delectably soft plant-based treats that combine buttery richness with a beautiful chocolate swirl pattern. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are easy to make with simple, wholesome ingredients and customizable flavors, delivering warmth, sweetness, and elegance in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Dough
- 1 cup plant-based butter
- 3/4 cup natural brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons natural vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Chocolate Swirl
- 1/4 cup natural dark cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons plant-based milk
Instructions
- Prepare Your Dough: Cream together the plant-based butter and natural brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the natural vanilla extract, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and apple cider vinegar, mixing until well combined. Gradually add the flour, baking powder, salt, and natural gelling agent, mixing just until smooth, soft dough forms.
- Divide and Flavor Dough: Split the dough evenly into two bowls. Stir the natural dark cocoa powder and plant-based milk into one bowl to create the chocolate dough, keeping the other bowl plain for the vanilla dough.
- Create the Swirls: On parchment paper, dollop spoonfuls of both doughs side by side, alternating colors. Roll or press gently into a log shape. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm the dough for easier slicing.
- Slice and Arrange: Slice the chilled dough log into even rounds. Place the cookies on a parchment-lined baking tray, spacing them to allow slight spreading. The sides will reveal the swirl pattern when baked.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12-14 minutes, rotating the tray halfway through. Remove when edges are set but centers remain soft for a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Notes
- Chill the dough before slicing to preserve the swirl pattern during baking.
- Use room temperature plant-based butter for even mixing and tender crumb.
- Measure flour precisely by spooning and leveling for consistent results.
- Mix only until ingredients are just combined to keep cookies tender.
- Underbake slightly for soft centers that firm up as they cool.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Swirled Cookies, Plant-Based Cookies, Soft Cookies, Chocolate Swirl Cookies, Vegan Cookies
