If January had a cookie, this would be it.
Deeply chocolatey, sweet enough to feel like a real treat, but balanced enough that you feel no shame eating them for breakfast (at least I don’t). These Almond Flour Cocoa Cookies or as I call them – January Cookies – are this year’s iteration of my January Brownies that I make every year because It’s a lot for me to have Dry January AND cut back on the cookies, so this is my answer. Join me won’t you?
They’re rich and fudgy, super chewy, naturally gluten-free, perfectly sweetened with coconut sugar and maple syrup, and made so quickly and easily that they might just blow your mind.
Scroll past the recipe if you’re looking for tips, substitutions, questions, etc. and details on how to make this recipe, but if you want to get straight to it, here’s my recipe-ish…
Chewy Almond Flour Cocoa Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup chocolate protein powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup coconut oil melted (not hot)
- 2 Tbsp almond butter
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tsp vanilla
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Combine the almond flour, coconut sugar, cocoa powder, protein powder, baking soda and salt in a bowl. Mix well
- In a separate bowl combine the eggs, coconut oil, almond butter, maple syrup and vanilla. Whisk well.
- Add the egg mixture to the flour mixture and mix well.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Scoop onto baking sheet.
- Bake for 7-9 minutes.
my pro tips for making the best almond flour cocoa cookies
The scooping – scoop the cookie dough onto the baking sheet, but don’t flatten them out. They will spread perfectly on their own.
The resting – almond flour cookies are delicate when hot. Allow them to rest for about 10 minutes on the baking sheet before moving them to a cooling rack.
The baking – don’t over bake the cookies. They’ll dry right out and we want them fudgy and chewy.
recipe substitutions and variations
Maple Syrup – you can replace the maple syrup with honey, if needed.
Chocolate Chips – mix up the chips by trying dark, milk or white chcolate… or all of the above!
Espresso Version – add 1-2 tsp instant espresso powder to the egg mixture.
Spiced Version – add a tsp of cinnamon for a rich flavour variation.
serving suggestions
Not gonna lie, I love these cookies with my morning coffee so you’ll get no judgements from me if you call them breakfast.
I also love them as a post dinner chocolate fix with a tasty chai tea.
They’re perfect for a healthy-ish lunchbox treat for the kids or the grown-ups.
storing leftovers and make ahead details for this almond flour cocoa cookies recipe…
Storing – Store cookies in an airtight container for about 3 days. They are best on the day they’re made and will be slightly softer in the following days. After a couple of days I’ll move them to the fridge.
Make Ahead – to make ahead, the cookie dough can be mixed and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking. If chilled, let the dough sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes before scooping.
Freezing – to freeze, place cooled cookies in a single layer on a baking sheet and move to freezer. Once frozen, transfer to a freezer bag and keep for up to 2 months.
more of my favourite healthy-ish treats
These Double Chocolate Zucchini Blender Muffins whip up in no time and are incredibly delicious.
Tasty and decadent but also nutritious, this Blueberry Cheesecake Chia Pudding is heavenly.
Smooth and creamy, decadent and also good for you. Seriously? Yes. Try these Cherry Chip Blended Chia Pudding Parfaits
Cottage Cheese Chocolate Pudding is going to be your new favourite dessert… trust me.
These Almond Flour Cocoa Cookies are proof that yummy baking doesn’t have to end with the holidays. This is the kind of recipe you’ll make once and then keep coming back every time you want a chocolatey treat that’s a little bit better for you. If you make them don’t forget to drop a comment, rate the recipe, or tag me over on Instagram @thepyperskitchen so I can see your delicious meals!
