VEGAN COOKIE BARS
Soft, chewy, and packed with an abundance of rich chocolate chips – these vegan cookie bars make the perfect dessert or afternoon treat, and no one will guess they’re vegan!
DENSE & DREAMY DOUGH
The base of these Vegan Cookie Bars starts with creamy vegan butter blended with both white and brown sugar for the perfect balance of sweetness and depth. It holds together beautifully, forming the rich, cookie-like layer that’s soft and yet still sturdy
SILKY CHOCOLATE FINISH
Vegan dark chocolate chips take these bars to the next level with a silky, melt-in-your-mouth finish. Press a few chips on top before baking for a picture-perfect look and extra chocolate in every bite.
SIMPLE STEPS TO MAKE THESE VEGAN COOKIE BARS
Prepare The Flax Egg & Set Aside
Combine Butter, Sugars, Vanilla, Flour, Cornstarch, Baking Soda, & Salt
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Vegan Cookie Bars Ingredients
STEP 1 – PREPARE THE FLAX EGG:
Mix flaxseed meal and water in a small bowl.
Let sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
STEP 2 – CREAM BUTTER AND SUGARS:
Soften vegan butter slightly in the microwave.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and white sugar.
Add brown sugar and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
Stir in the thickened flax egg until fully combined.
STEP 3 – ADD DRY INGREDIENTS:
Add flour to the bowl.
Sprinkle in cornstarch, baking soda, and salt.
Stir until a dense dough forms. Use hands if needed.
STEP 4 – ADD CHOCOLATE & PREPARE PAN:
Fold chocolate chips into the dough.
Lightly coat an 8×8 or 9×9 pan with cooking spray.
Press dough evenly into the pan.
Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top and press them upright for a clean look.
STEP 5 – BAKE AND COOL:
Bake at 350°F for 25–30 minutes, until golden and a toothpick (not hitting a chip) comes out clean.
Cool in the pan for about 20 minutes before cutting.
STEP 6 – SERVE AND ENJOY:
Slice into squares and serve plain or with dairy-free ice cream if desired.
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Vegan Cookie Bars
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp Flaxseed Meal
- 3 Tbsp Water
- ¾ C Vegan Butter
- ⅓ C White Sugar
- 1 C Brown Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Vanilla Extract
- 2¼ C All Purpose Flour
- 1 Tbsp Cornstarch
- 1 tsp Baking Soda
- ½ tsp Salt
- 1 C Vegan Chocolate Chips
- Additional Sprinkle of Chocolate Chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a small bowl, combine flaxseed meal and water. Mix well and let sit for 5 minutes to thicken.1 Tbsp Flaxseed Meal, 3 Tbsp Water
- Melt vegan butter until just softened (about 30 seconds in the microwave).¾ C Vegan Butter
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the vegan butter and white sugar.⅓ C White Sugar
- Add the brown sugar and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.1 C Brown Sugar, 1 Tbsp Vanilla Extract
- Stir the thickened flax egg and add it to the bowl. Mix until fully combined.
- Add flour to the bowl, then sprinkle in the cornstarch, baking soda, and salt. Stir until a thick dough forms (you may need to use your hands).2¼ C All Purpose Flour, 1 Tbsp Cornstarch, 1 tsp Baking Soda, ½ tsp Salt
- Fold in the chocolate chips.1 C Vegan Chocolate Chips
- Lightly coat an 8x8 or 9x9 pan with cooking spray. Press the batter evenly into the pan.
- Sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top and arrange them upright for an even look.Additional Sprinkle of Chocolate Chips
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until lightly golden. Add a few more minutes if needed. The bars are done when a toothpick inserted into the dough (not a chocolate chip) comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for about 20 minutes.
- Cut into squares and serve.
- Optional: Top with dairy-free vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
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FAQ'S FOR THIS VEGAN COOKIE BARS RECIPE
1. Can I use a different egg substitute instead of flaxseed meal?
Yes! Chia seeds can be used in the same 1:3 ratio (1 Tbsp chia seeds + 3 Tbsp water). Just let it sit to thicken like you would with flax.
2. What brand of vegan chocolate chips works best?
Look for dairy-free brands like Enjoy Life, Trader Joe’s Semi-Sweet Chips, or Guittard 63% Chocolate Chips. Just check the label to confirm they’re vegan.
3. Can I make these cookie bars gluten-free?
Yes, you can substitute a 1:1 gluten-free all-purpose flour blend. Just be sure it contains xanthan gum or a similar binder for best results.
4. How should I store the cookie bars?
Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. They also freeze well for longer storage.
