Description
These Healthy Cookies are a nutritious and delicious treat, perfect for those seeking a gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free snack. Made with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, almond flour, and natural sweeteners, they offer a balanced blend of flavors and textures with a subtle sweetness from maple syrup and a rich hint of chocolate and nuts.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 3/4 cup almond flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or almonds (optional)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easier cleanup.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, thoroughly combine rolled oats, almond flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt to ensure even distribution of flavors and leavening agents.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, pure maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.
- Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until all components are just incorporated, forming a sticky dough.
- Add mix-ins: Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips, and if using, the chopped nuts and shredded coconut, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Shape cookies: Use a tablespoon to scoop portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly. Flatten each scoop gently with your fingers to encourage even baking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cookie edges turn golden brown, indicating they are cooked through.
- Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps them set perfectly.
Notes
- These cookies are naturally gluten-free and refined sugar-free, making them a healthier alternative to traditional treats.
- To make these cookies vegan, substitute almond flour with oat flour and ensure to use dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days to maintain freshness.
