How to Make Coconut Flour Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Coconut flour is a versatile and nutritious alternative to traditional flours, and it can be used to make a wide variety of delicious baked goods. One of the most popular uses for coconut flour is in making cookies, which are not only tasty but also incredibly healthy.

Coconut flour is naturally gluten-free and high in fiber, making it a great choice for those with dietary restrictions or those looking to incorporate more nutrients into their daily diet. Additionally, it has a slightl...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup coconut oil, melted and cooled
  • ½ cup coconut sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup coconut flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup chopped pecans (Optional)
  • 2 teaspoons coconut sugar, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 28 mins
  • Servings: 18
  • Yield: 18 cookies

  • Blend together coconut oil and coconut sugar using an electric mixer or a fork in a mixing bowl until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla extract; mix thoroughly. Combine coconut flour and salt in a separate bowl; pour into the mixture and blend well. Fold in pecans.
  • Form dough into a ball and wrap in waxed paper or plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Roll dough into small balls, 1 to 1 1/2-inches wide. Place balls a few inches apart on a baking sheet. Sprinkle a tiny bit of coconut sugar on top of each cookie and flatten using the bottom of a glass to 1/4-inch thickness.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges start to brown slightly, about 8 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    129 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 21mg
    • Sodium: 74mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 9mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 26mg