What type of butter should I use for these cookies?

The recipe specifies 1/2 cup of vegan butter to achieve the desired plant-based result for these double chocolate chip cookies.

Can I substitute the coconut sugar in this recipe?

The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of coconut sugar, which contributes to the unique flavor profile of these cookies; no substitutes are suggested.

How do I ensure the cookie dough is smooth before adding mix-ins?

First, beat the vegan butter and coconut sugar together until creamy, then add the agave syrup and beat again until the mixture is smooth.

What's the best way to incorporate the cherries, pistachios, and chocolate?

Add all remaining ingredients-including chopped pistachios, 3 1/2-ounces of dark chocolate, and 8 chopped cherries-and mix until everything is fully incorporated.

What is the recommended baking temperature and time for these cookies?

Preheat your oven to 450 degreesF and bake the cookies for 12-14 minutes, topping with extra bits of chocolate, pistachios, and cherries before baking.

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Cherry and Pistachio Double Chocolate Chip Cookies
[Vegan]

RC By: Rachel Clarke

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Vegan Cherry and Pistachio Double Chocolate Chip Cookies

Freshly baked vegan double chocolate chip cookies studded with vibrant red cherries and green pistachios, cooling on a wire rack.

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Cherry and Pistachio Double Chocolate Chip Cookies [Vegan]

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Enjoy these festive and decadent chocolatey cookies, with the added crunch of pistachios! The fresh cherries give an added sweetness to the cookie that is absolutely delicious.

Ingredients You Need for Cherry and Pistachio Double Chocolate Chip Cookies [Vegan]

1/2 cup vegan butter
1/2 cup coconut sugar
1 tablespoon agave syrup
1/4 cup of cocoa powder
1 1/8 cup self-raising flour
About a handful of pistachios, chopped
3 1/2-ounces dark chocolate, chopped
About 8 cherries, chopped

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How to Prepare Cherry and Pistachio Double Chocolate Chip Cookies [Vegan]

Preheat the oven to 450°F.
Beat the butter and sugar together until creamy, add in the honey/syrup and beat again until smooth.
Add in the rest of the ingredients and mix until everything is fully incorporated then spoon onto a baking tray lined with grease proof paper.
Top with a few extra bits of chocolate, pistachios and cherries and bake for 12-14 minutes.

Notes

The cookies will come out of the oven soft if you’re worried they’re not cooked, lift a cookie slightly and check to see if a bottom has formed.

Nutritional Information

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