Question 1

Can I use coconut oil instead of butter?

Accepted Answer

In general coconut oil is used as a 1:1 replacement for butter.

However, as coconut oil has a lower melting point, there are a couple of things to keep in mind. If your coconut oil is melted, I recommend chilling it a bit so it solidifies, or it can make the cookie dough a little too sticky to work with.

You can also chill the cookie dough before baking, which will cut down on spreading.

Question 2

Are blueberry cookies vegan?

Accepted Answer

They can be! Use the coconut oil swap above or use a plant-based margarine. Margarine does have a higher water content, so the cookies will spread a little more.

For the egg, swap in a flax egg or use an egg substitute.

You can make a flax egg by whisking together 1 tablespoon ground flax seed with 3 tablespoons warm water, and letting rest for 5 minutes before using.

Question 3

Can I use canned blueberries for these cookies?

Accepted Answer

I have not tried using canned blueberries for cookies.

If you try it, I recommend draining the blueberries as much as possible before using, or the cookie dough will be too wet. You can save the syrup for another use, like using over buttermilk pancakes or mixing into sparkling water.

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