Bright, zesty and completely plant-based, these vegan key lime cookies are a tropical twist on your classic sweet treat. Bursting with citrus flavor from real key lime juice and zest, each bite delivers the perfect balance of tart and sweet—all wrapped in a soft, chewy cookie. Whether you’re craving a refreshing dessert or a fun new bake to share, these cookies bring sunshine to every snack break, no dairy or eggs required.

Key Lime Cookies (Vegan)
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings 15
Calories 218 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup plant-based butter softened
- 1 1/4 cups cane sugar
- 1/2 tsp. Himalayan salt
- 1 Tbsp. egg replacer + 2 Tbsp. water
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 medium lime zested
- 1 Tbsp. lime juice
- 2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp. baking powder
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup macadamia nuts chopped
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In mixing bowl or stand mixer, mix together butter, sugar and salt. Add in prepared egg replacement, vanilla and stir until combined. Mix in lime zest and juice.
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In separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder and baking soda. Slowly pour the dry into the wet ingredients, stirring until dough forms. Roll dough into roughly 2-in. rounds onto parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Bake for 8 minutes or until edges are lightly golden brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before removing to wire rack to cool completely.
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Garnish with extra lime zest before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Key Lime Cookies (Vegan)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 218
Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value*
Fat 14g22%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Trans Fat 0.1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 6g
Cholesterol 7mg2%
Sodium 265mg11%
Potassium 68mg2%
Carbohydrates 24g8%
Fiber 0.4g2%
Sugar 21g23%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 590IU12%
Vitamin C 0.4mg0%
Calcium 26mg3%
Iron 0.4mg2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.