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A stack of thick paleo chocolate chip cookies with melted chocolate chunks

Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies


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  • Author: Lauren Brown Sebell
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 mins
  • Yield: 16 cookies
  • Diet: Paleo, Gluten-Free

Description

These scientifically engineered paleo chocolate chip cookies utilize a precise balance of almond and coconut flours to ensure a stable, chewy structure without grains. Rich almond butter and coconut sugar provide a deep caramel flavor profile that rivals any traditional bakery cookie.


Ingredients

  • 100g blanched almond flour
  • 32g coconut flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 84g room-temperature coconut oil
  • 150g coconut sugar
  • 98g natural almond butter
  • 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 213g paleo chocolate chips


Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, coconut flour, baking soda, and salt until the mixture is uniform and free of clumps.
  2. Using a stand mixer or electric hand mixer, cream the coconut oil, coconut sugar, almond butter, and vanilla extract on medium speed for exactly 60 seconds to create a stable emulsion.
  3. Incorporate the large egg on low speed, beating only until just combined to avoid aerating the batter too much.
  4. Slowly stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until no flour streaks remain, then fold in the paleo chocolate chips.
  5. Cover and refrigerate the dough for at least 60 minutes to allow the coconut flour to hydrate and the molecular bonds to strengthen.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a heavy-gauge baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Roll the chilled dough into balls (75g for large cookies) and place on the prepared sheet, pressing down lightly to a half-inch thickness.
  8. Bake for 11 to 14 minutes until the edges are set, then allow the cookies to cool completely on the tray to finish the carry-over cooking process.

Notes

To ensure consistent results, always measure your ingredients by weight using a kitchen scale, as the density of grain-free flours can vary significantly by brand. If your kitchen is particularly warm, chill your coconut oil for a few minutes before creaming to ensure it maintains a semi-solid, butter-like consistency for the best emulsion.

  • Prep Time: 75 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American