Description
Delight in these soft and chewy Coconut Flour Cookies, a gluten-free treat made with wholesome ingredients like coconut flour, coconut oil, and natural sweeteners. Perfectly balanced with optional dark chocolate chips or shredded coconut for added texture and flavor, they bake quickly to a golden finish, making a healthy and delicious snack or dessert.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup coconut flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips or shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the coconut flour, baking powder, and salt, ensuring an even distribution of the leavening agent and seasoning.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, thoroughly mix the melted coconut oil, maple syrup or honey, eggs, and vanilla extract until you achieve a smooth and homogeneous mixture.
- Form Dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring continuously until a dough forms. If desired, fold in the dark chocolate chips or shredded coconut to add texture and flavor.
- Portion Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them appropriately, and gently flatten each cookie slightly to encourage even baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden, indicating they are cooked through.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute eggs with flax eggs or chia eggs but adjust baking time as needed.
- Ensure coconut oil is fully melted to blend well with other wet ingredients.
- Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent cookies from sticking.
- Let cookies cool completely to avoid crumbling.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
