Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (113g) almond flour
- 1/2 cup (100g) cashew butter
- 1/4 cup (50g) coconut oil, melted
- 1/4 cup (45g) maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon (1g) baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon (1g) sea salt
- 1/4 cup (40g) chopped dried dates
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Baking Time:
10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the almond flour, cashew butter, coconut oil, maple syrup, baking soda, and salt.
- Stir until well combined.
- Fold in the chopped dates.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
Per cookie:
- Calories: 150
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 30mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 11g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Total Sugar: 7g
- Protein: 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and chewy texture
- Sweet and nutty flavor
- Paleo-friendly (gluten-free, dairy-free, grain-free)
- No refined sugars
- Easy to prepare
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! They taste just like my favorite date cookies but without all the added sugar."
- "I love that these cookies are paleo-friendly. They're a great way to satisfy my sweet tooth without derailing my diet."
- "These cookies are the perfect combination of chewy and nutty. I can't stop eating them!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have cashew butter, you can use almond butter or peanut butter instead.
- For a sweeter cookie, add an extra 1-2 tablespoons of maple syrup.
- If the dough is too dry, add a little more coconut oil. If the dough is too wet, add a little more almond flour.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
