• Preheat Oven to 350°

Step One: Make the Flax Egg

• Combine Flaxseed and Water: Using a whisk, mix the flaxseed and water together until fully combined. Allow the mixture to sit for 5–10 minutes. It will thicken and develop a gel-like consistency, mimicking the texture of an egg.

Step Two: Combine the Dry Ingredients

• Use a whisk to evenly combine the dry ingredients. This step ensures the leavening agents (baking powder and soda) and cornstarch are well distributed.
• Once mixed, set the bowl aside—you’ll add it to the wet ingredients later.

Step Three: Mix the Wet Ingredients

• In the bowl of a stand mixer or a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, brown sugar, softened vegan butter, plant-based milk, and vanilla extract. Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, beat the sugar and butter together on medium speed until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. Gradually add the plant-based milk and vanilla, mixing until fully incorporated. Pause to scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl with a spatula to ensure even mixing.

Step Four: Add the Flax Egg

• Add the flax egg to the wet ingredients in the mixer and combine. A flax egg acts as a binder in cookies, helping to hold the ingredients together while adding moisture and a slight chewiness

Step Five: Add the Dry Ingredients to the Mixer

• Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.

Step Six: Chill and Shape the Dough into 3 Ounce Balls

• Chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes firms it up, making it easier to shape and helping the cookies maintain their structure while baking. Once chilled, portion the dough into 3-ounce balls, roll them smoothly between your hands, and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space for spreading

Bake the Cookies at 350°

• Baking the cookies at 350°F for 15 minutes allows them to rise, level off, and develop golden edges while keeping the centers soft and chewy. Keeping an eye on them as they bake ensures they achieve the perfect texture, with a slight rise around the 8-minute mark before settling into beautifully round cookies.

Cool the Cookies

• Allowing the cookies to cool is crucial for achieving the perfect texture, as it helps them set while maintaining soft, chewy centers and crisp edges. Let them rest on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack, where they will fully cool and settle into their final shape