Vegan Elvis School Days Cookies, a nostalgic treat harking back to the 1950s in Memphis, purportedly popular in the school cafeterias of the time. While their connection to the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley himself, remains shrouded in mystery, these vegan delights are sure to become a hit in your kitchen! With a prep time of just 30 minutes and a total time of 45 minutes, these cookies are perfect for a quick baking session, yielding a whopping 320 servings, making them ideal for large groups or for stocking up your cookie jar for weeks to come.
Preheat your oven to a toasty 400 degrees Fahrenheit to kick off the baking process. Then, gather your ingredients: 7 units of vegan margarine, 9 units of sugar, 1/4 unit of vanilla extract, and 2 1/2 units of all-purpose flour. In a mixing bowl, cream together the vegan margarine and sugar until well combined. This step is crucial for achieving that classic cookie texture, so don’t rush it! Once your margarine and sugar are creamy and smooth, it’s time to add the vanilla extract and flour to the mix. Be sure to mix thoroughly to ensure an even distribution of ingredients throughout the dough.
Now comes the fun part: shaping and baking your cookies! Using a number 40 scoop, drop dollops of dough onto your prepared baking sheets. Then, using a fork, gently flatten each cookie to your desired thickness. This step not only helps the cookies bake evenly but also gives them that signature homemade look. Pop your baking sheets into the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the tops are set.
Once baked to perfection, allow your Vegan Elvis School Days Cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheets before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Resist the temptation to devour them straight from the oven – trust me, the wait will be worth it! With their tender texture and irresistible vanilla flavor, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in your household.
Now, let’s talk nutrition. Each serving of these Vegan Elvis School Days Cookies clocks in at just 63.7 calories, with a mere 0.1 grams of fat and 0 grams of cholesterol or saturated fat. They’re also low in sodium, making them a guilt-free indulgence for cookie lovers of all ages. Plus, with 1.2 grams of protein and 0.3 grams of fiber per serving, these cookies offer a modest nutritional boost to satisfy your sweet tooth without the sugar crash.
Whether you’re baking up a batch for a nostalgic trip down memory lane or simply craving a delicious vegan treat, these Vegan Elvis School Days Cookies are sure to hit the spot. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to whip up a batch of these timeless delights. Who knows, maybe you’ll feel a little closer to the King himself with every bite!
