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Preheat the oven to 350°F.
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Line two baking sheets with silicone baking mats or parchment paper. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the canola oil, granulated sugar, brown rice syrup, almond milk, and extracts until thoroughly combined.
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Add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to the bowl. Stir with a rubber spatula until a thick dough forms.
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Form the cookie dough into about 20 balls. Arrange on the prepared baking sheets.
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Bake the cookies on middle and upper-middle racks of oven until they are cracked and puffy on top and slightly golden brown at the edges, 12-13 minutes (or up to 15 minutes if you prefer them more golden).
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Check to see that cookies are done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Allow cookies to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheets, then transfer to cooling racks. Serve and enjoy. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days, or in the refrigerator for 5 days.