Description
Pumpkin and chia cookies without flour and sugar are a delicious option for those looking for a healthy snack. These cookies are not only easy to prepare but also packed with nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup of pumpkin puree
- 1 cup of almond flour or ground oats
- 2 tablespoons of chia seeds
- 1 egg or 1 tablespoon of flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water
- 2 tablespoons of honey, agave syrup, or crushed dates (optional)
- ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon of baking powder (optional)
- 1 pinch of salt
- Sugar-free chocolate chips or nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by preheating the oven to 180°C (350°F) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix the almond flour or ground oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, egg (or flaxseed mixture), honey or agave syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
- Using a spoon, scoop portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes until firm to the touch and slightly golden at the edges.
- Let the cookies cool on a rack before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the oven is preheated to the correct temperature for even baking.
- Watch the cookies closely after 12 minutes to prevent burning.
- Let the cookies cool on a rack to avoid sogginess.
- Experiment with different add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips.
- Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 80-100
- Sugar: 0-5g
- Sodium: 50-70mg
- Fat: 4-6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5-1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3-5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10-15g
- Fiber: 2-3g
- Protein: 2-3g
- Cholesterol: 0-20mg