Description

Chewy, gooey, and grain-free paleo cookies made with cashew butter and dark chocolate. These refined-sugar-free treats are easy to make in one bowl and satisfy sweet cravings without dairy or gluten.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup (250g) smooth cashew butter
½ cup (100g) coconut sugar
¼ cup (60ml) melted coconut oil
2 large eggs
¼ cup (25g) coconut flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon sea salt
1 cup (170g) dark chocolate chunks (70% cocoa or higher)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Flaky sea salt for topping (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cashew butter, melted coconut oil, and coconut sugar until combined.
Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
Add coconut flour, baking soda, and sea salt to the wet ingredients. Stir until just combined; the dough will be thick and sticky.
Fold in the dark chocolate chunks evenly throughout the dough.
Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Gently press each ball down slightly.
Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden brown but centers still look slightly soft.
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for at least 10 minutes to set before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Ensure cashew butter is smooth and stirred well if oily. Do not overbake as cookies continue to cook on the hot pan. For vegan option, replace eggs with a flax egg (2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 5 tbsp water). Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 140
Sugar: 8
Sodium: 150
Fat: 9
Saturated Fat: 5
Carbohydrates: 12
Fiber: 2
Protein: 3

Keywords: paleo cookies, cashew butter cookies, grain-free dessert, dairy-free baking, gluten-free cookies, healthy chocolate chip cookies, coconut sugar cookies