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Gluten Free Cookies

Chewy, chocolate-studded gluten free cookies made with almond flour and dark chocolate. Naturally sweetened and customizable for various diets.
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Course: cookies, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, gluten free
Keyword: almond flour cookies, Braided Chocolate Chip Brioche recipe, Gluten free cookies, gluten free dessert
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Resting time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: 12 Cookies
Calories: 179kcal
Cost: $8

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Spatula or spoon
  • Wire rack

Ingredients

  • 2 cups almond flour blanched for smooth texture
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil melted or use unsalted butter
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup or substitute sugar-free version
  • 1 egg room temperature
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract pure
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chopped or chips 70% cocoa or higher
  • 1/4 cup walnuts or pecans optional chopped

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a bowl, whisk together almond flour, baking soda, and salt.
  • In another bowl, mix egg, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients to form a soft dough.
  • Fold in dark chocolate and nuts, if using.
  • Scoop dough onto the baking sheet, spacing cookies apart. Flatten slightly.
  • Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are just set.
  • Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

These cookies are versatile and diet-friendly! For a vegan version, use a flax egg. For keto, sub maple syrup with monk fruit syrup and use sugar-free chocolate.

Nutrition

Calories: 179kcal