Description
This Healthy Vegan Cookie Dough recipe is a delicious, guilt-free treat that combines almond and coconut flours with natural sweeteners and vegan butter. Perfectly soft and subtly sweet, it’s enhanced with chocolate chips for added indulgence. This no-bake cookie dough can be enjoyed straight from the bowl or rolled into bite-sized balls, making it a versatile and nutritious snack suitable for vegan diets.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup blanched almond flour
- 2 tablespoons coconut flour
- pinch of salt
- ¼ cup chocolate chips or to taste
Wet Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons vegan butter, melted
- 4 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Melt the butter: Add the vegan butter to a microwave-safe bowl and melt it in the microwave until fully liquefied.
- Mix wet ingredients: Whisk the melted vegan butter together with the maple syrup and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Combine dry ingredients: Add the almond flour, coconut flour, and pinch of salt to the wet mixture. Stir thoroughly until the dough forms a cohesive texture.
- Fold in chocolate chips: Gently incorporate the chocolate chips into the dough evenly without overmixing.
- Adjust sweetness: Taste the dough and optionally add a sprinkle of granulated sugar if a sweeter flavor is desired.
- Chill the dough: Place the cookie dough in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes to firm up and help flavors meld together.
- Serve: Transfer the chilled dough into serving bowls or roll it into small balls for individual portions.
Notes
- The coconut flour can be substituted with tapioca starch, though this may alter the flavor and texture slightly.
- For a sweeter version, consider adding a small amount of granulated sugar to taste.
- Keep the dough refrigerated and consume within a few days for best freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approx. 60g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
