Deceptively Delicious Vegan Chocolate Cookies

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I adapted this recipe for one of my students who is vegan. Surprisingly, they were a huge hit with everyone! besides the amazing taste, they’re much healthier than most cookies.

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Steps

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Cream applesauce , oil , sugar and 1 t water.

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Mix in remaining 2-3 t of water and beat well.

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In a separate bowl , mix dry ingredients.

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Add to applesauce mixture and mix until combined.

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If applicable , add chocolate chips last.

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Refrigerate for 30 minutes to an hour.

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Preheat oven 400f and grease a cookie sheet well.

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Make approximately 24 balls.

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Bake for approximately 8 minutesthey should be very puffy.

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Be careful not to over-bake as they will become quite hard when cooled.

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Allow to cool for 5 minutes on baking sheet , they will fall considerably due to the lack of egg.

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Ingredients

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applesauce, oil, sugar, water, salt, baking soda, flour, cocoa, semi-sweet chocolate chips