Ingredients

• 1 1/4 cups flour — $0.35
• 1/2 cup brown sugar — $0.25
• 1/4 cup white sugar — $0.15
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda — $0.05
• 1/4 teaspoon salt — $0.02
• 1/3 cup oil or melted vegan butter — $0.40
• 3 tablespoons plant milk — $0.15
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract — $0.10
• 1/2 cup vegan chocolate chips — $1.80

Estimated ingredient total: $3.27
Displayed planning estimate: $8.90

Detailed Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, white sugar, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add the oil or melted vegan butter, plant milk, and vanilla.
4. Stir until a soft cookie dough forms.
5. Fold in the vegan chocolate chips.
6. Scoop the dough into 12 small mounds on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Flatten them slightly with your fingers or the back of a spoon.
8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
9. Let the cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes before moving them.
10. Serve warm or fully cooled.

Helpful Notes

• The cookies will look soft when they come out but firm up as they cool.
• Store-brand chocolate chips can keep the price lower.
• A small pinch of cinnamon can add warmth if you want a twist.

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