RECIPE OF THE WEEK: Almond Butter Cookies

Thanks Charly Kelly from Energy Life for the delicious recipe!!

 

INGREDIENTS


1/4 Cup coconut flour
1/2 Cup almond butter
6 Dates, pitted (soak in warm water for 15 mins)
3/4 Cup finely shredded coconut, unsweetened
1/4 Honey, unpasteurized
2 Eggs, beaten
1.5 tsp Cinnamon
1 tsp Vanilla
1/4 tsp Himalayan salt
1/2 tsp Baking soda
1/8 Cup dried cherries, cranberries or raisins
1/8 Cup walnuts, chopped
1/8 Cup dark chocolate chocolate chips or cacao nibs


DIRECTIONS

 

  1. Preheat oven to 350. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine coconut flour, almond butter and dates in food processor until you have a "crumbly" mixture.
  3. Add coconut, honey, eggs, cinnamon, vanilla, salt and soda process until you have a wet dough.
  4. Add the remaining ingredients and mix in (by spoon)
  5. Using a cookie dropper or large spoon drop spoonfuls onto baking sheet.
  6. Dip metal fork or spatula in water and lightly press down each ball.
  7. Bake 12 - 15 minutes (until golden)


ENJOY!! and SHARE! Everyone loves these :)

 

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Paul Anthony

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Paul Anthony is a Calgary personal trainer, the founder of Dreambody and a world champion natural bodybuilder. He won the 2003 World Championship in New York City, the first Canadian ever to win the title, and has helped 151 novice athletes earn their pro cards. Paul coaches clients one-on-one in Calgary and online.

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