These soft and chewy dairy-free chocolate chip cookies are packed with rich flavor, gooey chocolate, and just the right amount of sweetness — perfect for anyone avoiding butter or milk.
½ cup refined coconut oil (melted) or vegan butter
½ cup light brown sugar, packed
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 egg or 1 flax egg (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water)
1½ tsp vanilla extract
1¾ cups all-purpose flour
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
¾ cup dairy-free chocolate chips
In a bowl, mix melted coconut oil, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth.
Add egg (or flax egg) and vanilla. Stir to combine.
In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually stir dry ingredients into wet mixture until a dough forms.
Fold in chocolate chips. Chill dough for 30–60 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Scoop dough into balls and place on sheet. Bake for 9–11 minutes.
Cool 5 minutes on pan, then transfer to wire rack.