Crispy Quinoa Cookies Wheat Free
Get ready to indulge in a guilt-free treat with these Crispy Quinoa Cookies! Completely wheat-free and loaded with wholesome ingredients like almond flour, cooked quinoa, and coconut sugar, these cookies are the perfect blend of crunchy and chewy. The nutty flavor of quinoa pairs perfectly with melted coconut oil and a hint of vanilla, while optional dark chocolate chips add just the right touch of sweetness. Quick to prepare with a total bake time of just 15 minutes, they make an excellent snack or dessert for health-conscious cookie lovers. Whether you're gluten-sensitive or simply seeking a nutritious twist on classic cookies, this recipe is sure to become a favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cooked quinoa
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 0.5 cup Coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Coconut oil (melted)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 cup Dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to ensure the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
Add the cooked quinoa to the dry ingredients, breaking up any clumps with a fork or your hands, and mix until well combined.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a dough forms. If using, fold in the dark chocolate chips at this stage.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and crispy.
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy immediately, or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2424 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 156.1 g | 200% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.4 g | 387% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 1162 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 248.1 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.8 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 174.0 g | ||
| Protein | 43.6 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 346 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 18.8 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 1064 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
