Description
These Almond Flour Cookies are a delicious gluten-free and dairy-free treat that is perfect for those looking for a healthier dessert option. Made with almond flour, coconut oil, and maple syrup, these cookies are easy to make and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
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Almond Flour Cookies:
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut oil (melted)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, salt, and baking soda.
- Add wet ingredients: Stir in the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until a dough forms.
- Add chocolate chips: Fold in the chocolate chips, if using.
- Shape and bake: Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, flatten slightly, and place on the baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes until lightly golden.
- Cool and serve: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- You can substitute honey for maple syrup or use avocado oil instead of coconut oil.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
