Indulge Your Sweet Tooth with Healthy Quinoa Chocolate Chip Cookies

Today’s Healthy Dessert Recipe: Quinoa Chocolate Chip Cookies

Hello, fellow food lovers! Today, I’m excited to share with you my latest creation in the kitchen: Quinoa Chocolate Chip Cookies. I was in the mood for a healthier dessert option that still satisfied my sweet tooth, and these cookies fit the bill perfectly. They are packed with nutrients from quinoa and other wholesome ingredients, making them a guilt-free treat for any time of day.

For this recipe, you’ll need the following ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1/2 cup coconut sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 2.5 tbsp water)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

To prepare these delicious cookies, start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, almond flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well until everything is evenly incorporated.

Next, prepare your flax egg by whisking together the ground flaxseed and water in a small bowl. Let it sit for a few minutes to thicken, then add it to the mixing bowl along with the vanilla extract and melted coconut oil. Stir everything together until a thick dough forms. Finally, fold in the dark chocolate chips.

Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart. Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.

Once the cookies are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. These Quinoa Chocolate Chip Cookies are best enjoyed warm with a glass of almond milk or your favorite hot beverage.

Total weight of cooked dish: 400 grams
Number of servings: 12 cookies
Average weight of one serving: 33 grams
Approximate calorie count per serving: 150 calories

One unique tip for this recipe is to sprinkle a little sea salt on top of each cookie before baking. The salty-sweet combination takes these cookies to a whole new level of deliciousness!

I encourage you to give these Quinoa Chocolate Chip Cookies a try and feel free to get creative with your own additions or substitutions. Happy baking!