Imagine starting your morning with a delicious, nutrient-packed cookie that satisfies your sweet tooth while keeping you perfectly aligned with your health goals. These Paleo Breakfast Cookies are not just a treat – they're a game-changing breakfast revolution! Packed with wholesome ingredients and free from grains and dairy, these cookies prove that healthy eating can be absolutely mouthwatering and incredibly easy to prepare.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Paleo
Serves: 12 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (dairy-free if needed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking and to make cleanup easier.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour and unsweetened shredded coconut. Stir them together until they are well mixed.
- Add the baking soda to the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Mix everything together until a dough forms. The mixture should be slightly sticky but hold together well.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of the spoon or your fingers to achieve your desired cookie thickness.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Keep an eye on them to prevent overbaking.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your Paleo breakfast cookies warm, or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week!
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure better mixing and consistent cookie texture.
- For extra crunch, consider toasting the coconut flakes lightly before adding them to the mix.
- If the dough seems too dry, add a tiny bit more melted coconut oil. If it's too wet, sprinkle in a little extra almond flour.
- Make sure to use dairy-free chocolate chips if you're strictly following a paleo diet.
- Don't overbake! The cookies will continue to set as they cool, so remove them when the edges are just turning golden brown.
- For meal prep, you can freeze the cookie dough balls and bake them directly from frozen, adding 2-3 minutes to the baking time.
- Experiment with add-ins like chopped nuts, dried fruit, or a sprinkle of cinnamon to customize your cookies.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 140kcal
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 0mg
