Healthy chocolate cookie cups filled with delicious chocolate filling

Healthy Chocolate Cookie Cups

ByOlivia Carter
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why make this recipe

Healthy Chocolate Cookie Cups are a delicious and nutritious treat that satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt. Made with almond flour and cocoa powder, these cookie cups are gluten-free and packed with healthy fats from coconut oil. They’re sweetened naturally with honey or maple syrup, making them a perfect option for anyone looking to enjoy a dessert that’s both tasty and good for you!

how to make Healthy Chocolate Cookie Cups

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • Chocolate chips (optional for filling)

Directions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda.
  3. In another bowl, mix melted coconut oil, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt.
  4. Gradually combine the wet and dry ingredients until a dough forms.
  5. Grease a muffin tin and press the dough into the bottom and up the sides to form cups.
  6. Bake for about 10 minutes, then let them cool.
  7. Optionally, fill them with chocolate chips or your favorite healthy filling.
  8. Enjoy as a healthy dessert or snack!

how to serve Healthy Chocolate Cookie Cups

These cookie cups are great on their own, but you can also serve them warm with a scoop of your favorite healthy ice cream or a dollop of Greek yogurt. They make a perfect treat for parties or simply a delightful dessert for family gatherings!

how to store Healthy Chocolate Cookie Cups

Store any leftover cookie cups in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. If you want to keep them for a longer period, you can refrigerate them, and they will stay fresh for up to a week. You can also freeze them for up to a month—just let them thaw out before enjoying!

tips to make Healthy Chocolate Cookie Cups

  • Make sure your coconut oil is melted but not hot when mixing it with the other ingredients.
  • Feel free to experiment with different nut flours if you want a different flavor or texture.
  • For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or a few drops of your favorite extract.

variation

You can customize these cookie cups by adding nuts, dried fruits, or even a scoop of nut butter into the bottom of each cup before baking. This creates a delicious surprise!

FAQs

1. Can I use a different sweetener?
Yes, you can use any liquid sweetener you prefer, like agave syrup or stevia, but keep in mind that it may alter the taste slightly.

2. Are these cookie cups gluten-free?
Yes, as they are made with almond flour, they are naturally gluten-free.

3. Can I make these vegan?
Absolutely! Use maple syrup instead of honey and omit any added fillings that contain dairy. Enjoy 100% plant-based cookie cups!

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Healthy Chocolate Cookie Cups

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Diet: Gluten-Free
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Description

Delicious and nutritious cookie cups made with almond flour and cocoa powder, perfect for a guilt-free dessert.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • Chocolate chips (optional for filling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda.
  3. In another bowl, mix melted coconut oil, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt.
  4. Gradually combine the wet and dry ingredients until a dough forms.
  5. Grease a muffin tin and press the dough into the bottom and up the sides to form cups.
  6. Bake for about 10 minutes, then let them cool.
  7. Optionally, fill them with chocolate chips or your favorite healthy filling.
  8. Enjoy as a healthy dessert or snack!

Notes

Store any leftover cookie cups in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. Refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to a month.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Healthy

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Hi, I’m Olivia Carter. I’m 41 years old, born in Nashville, Tennessee, and now living in Denver, Colorado, where the mountains are as much a part of my inspiration as the markets I shop from. My kitchen is my safe place it smells of herbs, wood smoke, and sometimes just-baked bread cooling on the counter.

I didn’t grow up with professional chefs around me just hardworking parents and a grandmother who believed that love always started with a pot on the stove. She taught me how to make biscuits without a recipe, how to know when cornbread is ready just by the sound it makes, and how to never waste a single vegetable from the garden. Those lessons stuck with me more than anything I ever read in a cookbook.

My path here wasn’t simple. I started as a server, sneaking glances into the kitchen whenever I could. Eventually, I found myself behind the line, sweating through long shifts, burning my fingers, and learning faster than I thought possible. Later, I studied culinary arts in New York, but I’ve always said the best training came from real kitchens, real mistakes, and real people who pushed me to keep going.

Today, my cooking is rooted in Southern tradition but shaped by everywhere I’ve traveled and everything I’ve tasted. I love the balance of smoky barbecue with bright citrus, the sweetness of honey paired with a kick of chili, and the way fresh herbs can lift even the simplest dish. Food, to me, is about contrast it should surprise you while still feeling like home.

I cook for people who want food that tells a story. I believe meals should connect us to memory, to family, to joy. It’s not about perfection or fancy plating it’s about sitting down, taking a bite, and feeling something.

If you’ve ever laughed around a messy kitchen table, licked barbecue sauce off your fingers, or found comfort in a bowl of soup on a hard day, then you already understand what my cooking is about. Welcome I can’t wait to share it with you.

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