Who doesn’t like a treat every now and then? I know I certainly do, especially ones that involve chocolate.

Today I am sharing a recipe for a healthier version of chocolate chip cookies. The recipe is gluten-free, paleo-friendly, vegetarian, and can be vegan if you use dark chocolate chips that do not contain any milk (just make sure you check the label).

Recipes like this are proof that it’s totally possible to enjoy an occasional treat while living a healthy lifestyle.

Chocolate Chip Cookies (Paleo/Vegan)

(makes 20 cookies)

2½ cups (240g) almond meal
3 tbsp (22g) coconut flour
½ tsp (2g) baking soda
⅔ cup (66g) coconut sugar
½ tsp(4g) sea salt
1 cup (175g) dark chocolate chips
6 tbsp (85g) melted butter or coconut oil
¼ cup (60ml) water (or your favourite dairy-free milk)

Preheat oven to 175ºC (350ºF) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Place all of the dry ingredients into a large mixing bowl, stir to combine. Then add butter/coconut oil and water. Mix well.

Scoop the batter out of the bowl by tablespoon and drop each ball onto the baking sheet. Gently flatten, and then bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges begin to turn golden brown. Let cool on baking sheet.

I hope you enjoy this recipe, leave a comment and let me know what you think.