Description

Have you ever wondered if it is truly possible to bake a gourmet-style cookie using only five simple ingredients without using any eggs or wheat flour? These soft and chewy Gluten-Free Marble Cookies prove that you do not need a pantry full of complicated supplies to create something spectacular. Perfect for busy weeknights or a healthy weekend treat.

Ingredients

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2 cups super-fine almond flour
1/2 cup maple syrup (or honey)
1/4 cup melted coconut oil (or melted butter)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

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Instructions

Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Mix the Base Dough: In a large mixing bowl, stir together the almond flour, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until a soft, thick dough forms.
Divide and Flavor: Split the dough into two equal portions. Leave one as vanilla. In the other portion, knead in the cocoa powder until it is a solid dark brown.
Shape the Cookies: Scoop one tablespoon of vanilla dough and one tablespoon of chocolate dough. Press them together and roll into a ball between your palms to create the marble effect.
Flatten and Bake: Place the balls on the baking sheet and press down gently with your palm to flatten into thick discs. Bake for 12 minutes.
Cool Completely: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for at least 15 minutes to allow them to firm up before moving them.

Notes

Resist the urge to move the cookies while they are hot; they need to cool to set properly. For a gourmet look, sprinkle a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt on top right after baking. If the chocolate dough feels too dry, add a tiny splash of maple syrup.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 165
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 5mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 0mg