Craving a tasty treat that fits your dietary needs? Try these healthy cookies. They’re gluten-free, sugar-free, vegan, and keto-friendly, perfect for a guilt-free dessert or snack. Enjoy a sweet, satisfying bite without compromising your health goals!
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Healthy Cookies
Yay for…healthy cookies? Yes, they can and do exist! This simple recipe is perfect for a guilt-free dessert, snack, or even breakfast on-the-go. They don’t sacrifice taste and even include everyone’s favorite cookie ingredient, chocolate chips!
If you are gluten-free or prefer a vegan diet, these work perfectly. Are you diabetic or looking to decrease sugar in your diet? Try these, they might cut out sugar but they don’t cut out taste!
Make these cookies to keep around the house for after-school snacks. They also are perfect for potlucks, get-togethers, or to send to school for celebratory treats. Versatility and healthy make these a go-to delicious treat!
Ingredients for Healthy Cookies
This recipe is also dairy-free and keto-friendly making it great for people with just about any dietary restriction. Here are the ingredients you will need:
- coconut flour
- almond flour
- coconut oil
- erythritol
- keto chocolate chips
- flax seeds
- pecans
- salt
- coconut flakes – toasted
- baking soda
Note: Always check the recipe card for a full list of ingredients, amounts, and steps.
How to Make Healthy Cookies
Now that you have the ingredients together, it’s time to make and bake!
- Prepare. In a bowl, mix your ground flax seeds and water together.
- Place the coconut flakes on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 5 minutes.
- Make the cookie dough. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients including the toasted coconut flakes and flax seed. Mix well.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, form the cookies and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake. Place the cookies in the oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions – Healthy Cookies
Store these cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Yes, you can make these in advance and it’s encouraged! Have them ready whenever you want to grab a snack.
Want to Change it Up?
While there are different ways to make healthy cookies, this recipe doesn’t allow changing it much without altering the entire recipe. However, you can replace the pecans with chopped walnuts or peanuts for a slight change in flavor and/or texture.
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Heavenly Healthy Cookies
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup coconut flour
- 1 cup + 2 tablespoons almond flour
- 1/3 cup coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon erythritol
- 1/4 cup keto chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons flax seeds
- 4 tablespoons water
- 1/4 cup pecans
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2/3 cup coconut flakes
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix ground flaxseeds with water in a bowl.2 tablespoons flax seeds, 4 tablespoons water
- Place coconut flakes on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 5 minutes.2/3 cup coconut flakes
- Combine all ingredients (including toasted coconut flakes and flaxseed) in a large bowl. Mix well.1/3 cup coconut flour, 1 cup + 2 tablespoons almond flour, 1/3 cup coconut oil, 1 tablespoon erythritol, 1/4 cup keto chocolate chips, 1/4 cup pecans, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- Form the cookies using a cookie scoop or spoon and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake the cookies in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes.
Nutrition
Nutritional information accuracy not guaranteed.
