Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies (Gluten Free)

caitlinbrae — Thu, 04 Feb 2021 15:42:00 +0000

These paleo chocolate chip cookies are perfectly chewy, chocolatey, and moist. They are made from a mixture of almond flour and coconut flour making them gluten free and paleo friendly.

Ingredients needed for paleo chocolate chip cookies

These almond flour cookies are super easy to make. Grab your 9 ingredients and get to baking!

Almond flour and coconut flour are the two main flours in this almond flour cookie recipe. They are both naturally gluten free.
Baking soda helps puff up these cookies.
Just a pinch of salt for enhanced flavor.
Eggs help bind all the ingredients together.
Coconut oil is the baking fat we are working with.
Coconut sugar is a great all natural sweetener used to sweeten up these cookies
Vanilla extract helps enhance the flavor profile.
Lastly, chocolate chips are necessary for these cookies!

Why you’ll love these paleo chocolate chip cookies

There is nothing better than a soft and fluffy chocolate chip cookie. And this cookie recipe is just that. I could go on and on as to why you’ll love these cookies – there are so many reasons! So I don’t take up an hour of your time lol, here are a few reason below!

These almond flour cookies are grain free and gluten free.

Paleo chocolate chip cookies are soft and fluffy.

These cookies are made healthier with almond flour and coconut flour.

This cookie recipe is so easy to make.

These sea salt chocolate chip cookies have added flaked salt on top for that sweet and salty combo!

Additionally try these double chocolate sea salt cookies for another paleo treat!

Baking with almond flour and coconut flour

The combination of both almond flour and coconut flour results in perfectly textured baked goods. Let’s take a minute to breakdown both of these flours.

Almond flour is a pretty versatile paleo baking flour. It is only made with one ingredient – ground almonds. So it makes it a healthier flour alternative! Almond flour adds a nice texture and nutty flavor to baked goods. Since it has a different texture and weight, it can’t be replaced 1:1 with traditional flour. It is also great for those that are gluten free because it is a naturally grain free and gluten free flour. Another note, pairs nicely with other paleo flours like tapioca flour and coconut flour!

The other flour in this recipe is coconut flour. Coconut flour can definitely be more tricky when it comes to baking. It is a denser flour and tends to soak up more liquid while baking. So, adding extra eggs and liquid ingredients is a must!

How to make almond flour chocolate chip cookies

Cookies that are easy to make are a win in my book. And with minimal, wholesome ingredients? That’s even better! Follow the few simple steps below to make this almond flour cookie recipe.

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Grease two cookie sheets with cooking spray or line them with parchment paper.
Combine dry ingredients. In a large bowl add the almond flour, coconut flour, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
Combine the wet ingredients. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs. Then add in the melted coconut oil, coconut sugar and vanilla. Whisk until fully combined.
Fold in the dry ingredients. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined.
Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
Scoop 22 cookies onto the baking sheets. Lightly press down on the top of each cookie to flatten them slightly.
Bake for 13-15 minutes. Let the cookies cool slightly before enjoying!

Expert tips and tricks

Follow these few tips and tricks to ensure you make the best cookies.

Firstly, combine the dry and wet ingredients separately. This will prevent over mixing!

Let the melted coconut oil cool slightly before adding it into the wet ingredients.

Press extra chocolate chips into the top of each cookie before baking for extra chocolate flavor.

Lightly press down on the top of each cookie to flatten them slightly before baking. This will help them spread and bake nicely.

Use parchment paper on the baking sheets instead of cooking spray for an easier clean up!

How to store these almond flour cookies

Once the paleo chocolate chip cookies have cooled, store them in an airtight container in the fridge. They can also be stored in the freezer. Simply let the cookies thaw at room temperatures for a few minutes.

Storing cookies in the freezer makes them last so much longer! Store a batch in your freezer so you always have a yummy treat on hand when friends and family visit! Simply let the cookies defrost at room temperature or defrost them in the microwave.

Frequently asked question

Is almond flour gluten free?

Yes, since almond flour is made from ground almonds it is naturally gluten free and grain free.

Is coconut flour gluten free?

Yes! Coconut flour is a naturally gluten free. It is made from the coconut meat of a coconut and then it is dried into a flour.

How to make almond flour cookies?

Almond flour cookies are especially the same as any other cookie, except they are made with almond flour. Almond flour cannot be replaced 1:1 for other types of flour as it varies in texture, consistency, and weight. I have outlined how to make these cookies in the directions below.

If you loved these cookies, definitely give some of these other healthy cookie recipes a try!

Coconut Flour Candy Cookies

Almond Flour Cookie Bars

Healthy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Flourless Peanut Butter Cookie Sandwiches

Soft and Fluffy Almond Flour Lemon Cookies

Easy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Almond Butter Cookies

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