Almond Flour Chocolate Cookies
Simple Chocolate Cookies made with almond flour in one bowl with just five wholesome ingredients! Ready in just 20 minutes, and perfect for any occasion!
Servings: 10 cookies
Ingredients
- ½ cup smooth peanut butter or almond butter
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup almond flour oat flour or spelt flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup maple syrup honey or agave works
Optional:
- sea salt flakes to top
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F, line a sheet pan with parchment paper, and then set it aside.
- In a large bowl, add the ½ cup smooth peanut butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and ¼ cup maple syrup, and stir until smooth and combined.
- Next, add the 1 cup almond flour and 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder to the creamy peanut butter mixture. Using a spatula, combine the ingredients until a thick dough forms. You may knead the dough by hand until you can form a large ball.
- Using a scooper, scoop out even-sized dough balls and place them onto the prepared sheet pan, 1 inch apart.
- Using the back of a fork, press down on the tops of the cookie dough balls.
- Sprinkle with sea salt, if using, and gently press the sea salt flakes into the dough with your fingers.
- Place in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cookies are set. Allow the cookies to cool on a cooling rack until firm. Enjoy!
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Notes
- To store: Store leftovers in an airtight container or cookie jar at room temperature for 2 days, or in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Freezing: Make a double batch, and freeze some for later! Place the cookies in a freezer-safe bag or container and store them in the freezer for up to two months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 158kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 71mg | Potassium: 138mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg