Healthy Peppermint Chocolate Cookies

Healthy Peppermint Chocolate Cookies requires about 45 minutes from start to finish. One portion of this dish contains about 6g of protein, 14g of fat, and a total of 202 calories. For 73 cents per serving, you get a dessert that serves 12. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for Christmas. Head to the store and pick up almond butter, baking soda, coconut sugar, and a few other things to make it today. 20 people have tried and liked this recipe. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free and dairy free diet. It is brought to you by The Healthy Maven. All things considered, we decided this recipe deserves a spoonacular score of 35%. This score is not so outstanding. Users who liked this recipe also liked Paleo Peppermint Chocolate Crinkle Cookies + A Healthy Holiday Cookie Round-Up, Healthy Peppermint Chia Cookies, and Healthy Peppermint Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats.

Servings: 12

 

Ingredients:

1 cup unsweetened almond butter (must be drippy and 100% almond based)

1 tsp baking soda

optional: pinch of sea salt or crushed candy cane

1/2 cup chocolate chips

1/2 cup coconut sugar (or brown sugar)

1 large egg

1 tsp peppermint extract

1/2 cup raw cacao or unsweetened cocoa powder

Equipment:

baking paper

baking sheet

bowl

oven

Cooking instruction summary:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large bowl combine all ingredients (yes you can do this all in one bowl!).Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.Roll dough into 1 tablespoon-sized balls and flatten slightly (do not make them bigger than this as they spread).Sprinkle with sea salt, if using.Baking for 10-12 minutes (10 for softer cookies or closer to 12 for firmer).Remove from oven and let sit on tray for 10 minutes ( do NOT attempt to remove before then). Sprinkle with crushed candy cane, if using.Place on a rack to cool completely.Will keep for up to 3 days on counter in an airtight container.These freeze well.

 

Step by step:


1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large bowl combine all ingredients (yes you can do this all in one bowl!).Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.

2. Roll dough into 1 tablespoon-sized balls and flatten slightly (do not make them bigger than this as they spread).Sprinkle with sea salt, if using.Baking for 10-12 minutes (10 for softer cookies or closer to 12 for firmer).

3. Remove from oven and let sit on tray for 10 minutes ( do NOT attempt to remove before then). Sprinkle with crushed candy cane, if using.

4. Place on a rack to cool completely.Will keep for up to 3 days on counter in an airtight container.These freeze well.


Nutrition Information:

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202k Calories
5g Protein
14g Total Fat
17g Carbs
3% Health Score
Limit These
Calories
202k
10%

Fat
14g
22%

  Saturated Fat
2g
15%

Carbohydrates
17g
6%

  Sugar
10g
11%

Cholesterol
16mg
6%

Sodium
131mg
6%

Caffeine
8mg
3%

Get Enough Of These
Protein
5g
12%

Vitamin E
5mg
34%

Manganese
0.58mg
29%

Magnesium
76mg
19%

Copper
0.33mg
17%

Fiber
3g
14%

Phosphorus
140mg
14%

Vitamin B2
0.22mg
13%

Calcium
87mg
9%

Iron
1mg
8%

Zinc
0.98mg
7%

Potassium
216mg
6%

Vitamin B3
0.74mg
4%

Folate
14µg
4%

Selenium
2µg
3%

Vitamin B6
0.03mg
2%

Vitamin B5
0.14mg
1%

covered percent of daily need
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