A melt-in-your-mouth dessert you'll make again and again. these dairy-free almond flour cookies are the perfect indulgence. Totally grain-free and eggless, they're an easy cookie to whip up. Just know that it's impossible to eat just one!
We actually call these "crumble cookies" in our house because they're so delicate but so delicious. The sweetness from the maple syrup and the lightness from the almond flour make them melt in your mouth as soon as they touch your tongue.
Though they don't have a binder like eggs, they do firm up once they've been in the fridge a bit.
As a Certified Nutrition Coach, I use these cookies as a weekend indulgence, on top of a cookies and cream shake or to make with the kids because they're just so easy.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Flavor: All the chocolate chip, comforting flavor you'd expect with a cookie but so much lighter.
Healthy: These cookies are naturally dairy-free, egg-free, gluten-free, grain-free, and paleo.
Easy to make: There are only 8 pantry staples you need to whip up the recipe.
Expert Tips To Make Them
For them to be dairy-free and paleo, make sure to use Enjoy life chocolate chips.
Measure the coconut oil before you melt it.
Do not confuse almond flour with almond meal. Though both can be used in this dairy-free cookies recipe, almond flour will look better and result in less chewy cookies. Learn more about the difference between almond flour and ground almonds.
These cookies are not formed once they come out of the oven. They need to sit and cool for at least an hour before you remove them off the tray. Even then, they'll be insanely delicate and you'll need a silicone spatula.
We love them like that, all crumbly. If you want to firm them up, store them in the fridge overnight and they'll harden up from the coconut oil.
How To Make Them
- Warm the honey and coconut oil until melted.
- Mix together the dry ingredients (except chocolate chips).
- Add in the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips lightly.
- Use a trigger ice cream scoop to portion the cookies.
- Press them down lightly.
- Bake at 350F for 10 minutes.
- Let cool at least 1 hour on the cookie sheet.
Varations
These dairy-free almond flour cookies are perfection as is! However, it is fun to switch it up every so often. Below are a few fun ways to vary the recipe.
Sprinkles: Top the cookies with themed sprinkles for a special gathering.
Add crunch: Use a crunchy nut butter or top the cookies with pecans for some extra texture.
Chocolate: Add 1 tablespoon of cacao powder to the batter for a double chocolate flavor.
Storing Them
Let the eggless cookies cool fully (at least one hour!) on the cookie sheet before moving them. Transfer them to an airtight container making sure to separate layers with parchment paper or they'll stick together.
Store in the fridge for 7-10 days (they'll never last that long!). Enjoy them chilled.
You can freeze these cookies as well for up to 3 months. However, the texture once thawed is just a bit different.
FAQs
No. Coconut flour and almond flour are not interchangeable as coconut flour absorbs liquid. Learn more about the difference between coconut flour and almond flour.
This specific almond flour cookie recipe is super delicate as there is nothing binding them. The only way the cookies don't fall apart is if you let them cool fully. Even off of the tray, they will crumble a bit. Once chilled though, they firm up as the coconut oil solidifies.
Other Dairy-Free Recipes You'll Enjoy
- Chocolate almond flour cookies
- Chocolate protein mug cake
- Almond flour cupcakes
- Dairy-free for beginners
Dairy-Free Almond Flour Cookies (Eggless, Grain Free)
Video
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour
- ½ cup coconut oil measured solid
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup almond butter
- 4 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tbs honey
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ cup enjoy life chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- In the microwave or on the stove melt the coconut oil until it's liquid (melt the honey too if needed).
- In a large bowl combine the almond flour and baking powder.
- In a smaller bowl, whisk together the coconut oil, honey, almond butter, syrup and vanilla until mostly smooth.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients and mix well- until everything is coated.
- Add in the chocolate chips and stir.
- On a silicone baking mat or a tray lined with parchment paper, portion the batter into balls using an ice cream scoop.
- With a fork or spatula, press down lightly to flatten the balls slightly.
- Bake for 6 minutes, flip the tray and bake for another 3-4 minutes until ever so lightly browned.
- The cookies won't look completely done, let them cool on the tray for at minimum one hour before moving them to the fridge.
Notes
Disclaimer:
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"
Shelby S says
My go-to cookie recipe for pure comfort! They're crumbly and sweet and the perfect pick me up.
Ruthie says
I love chocolate chip cookies! I'll have to give this a try!
fitasamamabear says
I could live off all things cookies & chocolate 😀
Stephanie says
Yum, these look like such delicious cookies! I have almost everything to make these already.
fitasamamabear says
Ah I love that you already have the ingredients! Give them a try and let me know what you think 🙂
Kirsty Hoggons says
These look absolutely incredible! I am definitely going to be saving this recipe because when I am on holiday I think I will have to whip up a few batches! I think I need to look at some more of yours as well!
fitasamamabear says
Thanks Kristy! They're tasty. I actually keep a bunch of cookies in the freezer because I'm a dessert addict haha so It's nice when they're healthy!
Elena says
I never thought that we will have healthy chocolate chip cookies and I am so happy that we do since I adore them.
fitasamamabear says
Cookies are a must for me- a must! And since I eat so many I need them to be healthy haha
Nicole says
Chocolate chip cookies are my favorite thing! I am always open to making them healthier
fitasamamabear says
I think I would die without chocolate chip cookies haha they're pretty much a necessity!
Nay says
These sound amazing! I wish I could cook, I could try to make them as I'm trying to eat more healthily.
fitasamamabear says
Cooking definitely takes some practice! I used to live off of pizza pockets and McDonalds haha but it can be done! And these cookies are botha treat and goof for you so worth a try 🙂
Grace Blossoms says
My boys (6 and 3) love baking with me because they know it'll be a sweet treat! However, I try to bake a lot like you do, so this will be super fun to try!
fitasamamabear says
That's awesome you've got little helpers! I love knowing the ingredients in the cookies are quality ones- mainly so I know my little girl is still getting some benefits from them- enjoy giving them a try!
Gloria Harvley says
My mouth is watering just reading this! Looks so yummy!
fitasamamabear says
Thanks! You can't go wrong with cookies 😀
Kacey says
Gotta love healthy chocolate chip cookie recipes! Thanks for sharing!
fitasamamabear says
You cannot ever go wrong with cookies! Enjoy them 🙂
Lauren says
I am such a sucker for anything chocolate! I am always on the look out for healthier options, and can't wait to make these myself! Thanks for sharing!
fitasamamabear says
I eat chocolate every day haha so I'm also looking for better options too- glad I'm not alone in my chocolate needs 😀
Patricia says
Oooh, these seem really yummy! I am bookmarking this for future reference. Few (if anything) things are more delicious than HOMEMADE chocolate chip cookies. mmmmmmm.....
fitasamamabear says
Right?! I could eat chocolate chip cookies everyday.. and I did when I made this recipe haha
Christie Moeller says
Oh Yummy Yum Yum! These look wonderful and something I can actually eat on my diet!
xoxo Christie
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fitasamamabear says
Glad to hear it! they freeze really well too just fyi. I love knowing that while they taste good they're not terrible for you 🙂
Jaclyn says
I just wanted to let you know I nominated you for the Blogger Recognition Award ?
fitasamamabear says
Thanks so much Jaclyn- that's super sweet of you!
fitasamamabear says
That's amazing Jaclyn- thanks for thinking of me!