Description
These Healthy Chocolate Chip Cookies are a wholesome twist on a classic favorite. Made with almond or whole wheat flour and naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup, they offer a deliciously chewy texture and rich chocolate flavor without refined sugars or unhealthy fats. Perfect for a nutritious snack or dessert, these cookies are easy to prepare and bake quickly in the oven.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour or whole wheat flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ¼ cup coconut oil or melted butter
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
Add-ins
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond or whole wheat flour, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined. Set this mixture aside.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate large bowl, mix the melted coconut oil or butter with honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and the egg until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
- Incorporate dry into wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
- Add chocolate chips: Fold in the dark chocolate chips gently to disperse them evenly throughout the dough without breaking them.
- Shape the cookies: Using a tablespoon, scoop portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet spaced about 2 inches apart. Flatten each cookie slightly using the back of a spoon for even baking.
- Bake the cookies: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 8–10 minutes or until the edges turn a light golden brown, indicating they are done.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps them set and maintains their chewy texture.
Notes
- For a nuttier flavor and added fiber, choose almond flour. For a more traditional cookie taste, use whole wheat flour.
- Substitute coconut oil with melted butter for a richer flavor.
- Use honey for a floral sweetness or maple syrup for a subtle caramel note.
- Ensure cookies are spaced apart during baking to prevent them from merging.
- Letting cookies cool properly helps them maintain their structure and chewiness.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
