Are you still looking for the perfect cookies to make for Santa this year? These pecan cookies are so yummy, and they're made with whole wheat flour. I love how the batter can be made in advance and is perfect also to enjoy on a whim. This recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your next gathering. These cookies are super chewy and flavourful.

Whole Wheat Pecan Cookies

Ingredients

Flax egg:

• 1 Tbsp ground flax seed
• 1/4 cup water

Wet:

• 1/2 cup vegan butter
• 2/3 cup organic cane sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp cider vinegar

Dry:

• 1/2 tsp Himalayan salt
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour, + 1 Tbsp

Fold in:

• 1 cup pecans, chopped

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and use your silicone mat or place parchment paper on a baking sheet.
• Whisk together the flaxseed and warm water. Let sit for 3-5 minutes.
• Add the wet ingredients to a large mixing bowl: vegan butter, cane sugar, apple cider vinegar, vanilla extract, and flax ‘egg’ – Cream everything together by hand or stand mixer.
• Add the dry – flour, salt, baking powder to the mixing bowl. Beat until creamy and fluffy.
• Fold in the nuts.
• Scoop cookie dough onto the baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-14 minutes. Transfer cookies to cooling rack. Enjoy warm!

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