Have you tried the combination of avocado and nut/seed butter yet? I was late in trying it because it seemed a bit redundant, but I promise you that those two healthy fats go together like PB & J. I love smearing both on toast for a quick breakfast or snack. I generally like to be oil-free when baking, and it's not uncommon for me to substitute nut-butter for oil to achieve a moist cookie. This time, though, I decided to mix avocado in there too, and the result was a super fudge cookie that you won't want to miss! I used sunflower seed butter in these cookies for a nut-free option, but feel free to use peanut butter or your favorite nut/seed blend instead. You're going to love these gluten-free cookies packed with healthy fats and protein. I love to grab a couple for a quick breakfast, snack, or dessert. They're perfect for meal prep and store well in the refrigerator and freezer for later.
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16-24 cookies
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- 1 TBS ground flaxseed
- 3 TBS water
- 1/2 cup smashed avocado (~about 1 medium avocado) smashed avocado
- 1 cup sunflower seed butter or nut butter of choice
- 1 cup gluten free oats
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- 1/4 cup cacao powder
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 350* F and line and baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, combine 1 flax egg (1 TBS flaxseed + 3 TBS water), smashed avocado, sunflower seed butter or nut butter of choice, gluten free oats, maple syrup, baking powder, cacao powder, and optional chocolate chips.
3. Scoop ~1.5 TBS balls onto parchment paper and slightly flatten worth a fork.
4. Top with raw sunflower seeds and bake for 12-15 minutes, until lightly brown around the edges.
5. Cookies will be moist and harden as they cool. Allow to cool completely before serving.
6. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to one week.
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