Easy Flourless 3-Ingredient Vegan Cookies (Gluten-Free)

These easy-to-make, flourless 3-ingredient vegan gluten-free cookies are perfect for a healthy snack or dessert. They are chewy on the inside and crispy on the outside, and they don't contain eggs or butter. This simple and healthy recipe is great for satisfying cravings and contains fiber and nutrients.

After a long day at work, having easy and reliable recipes to make is key in my kitchen.

That's why I love this easy and healthy three ingredient vegan cookie recipe.

These are perfect to make for a healthy snack or healthy dessert that is satisfying, full of fiber, and nutrients.

I love having these after dinner as dessert or in the middle of the day for an afternoon snack.

These cookies taste super buttery from the addition of almond flour even though the recipe uses no butter or oil.

Ingredients used:

Almond flour

I love using almond flour as a flour substitute because it is high in fiber, high in protein, and high in nutrients.

Whether it's in this paleo banana bread, almond flour pancakes, or in my healthier snickers bar recipe, almond flour is a great grain-free flour substitute that is super versatile and easy to use.

Maple Syrup

This recipe uses maple syrup instead of processed sugar as the primary sweetener.

You can substitute maple syrup for coconut syrup, brown rice syrup, agave, or other liquid sweeteners.

I love using maple syrup in my homemade granola recipe, healthy pear crisp recipe, sweet potato brownies and my cottage cheese pudding recipe as well.

Baking Powder

We're adding a little bit of baking powder to help the cookies rise and spread.

Note: these cookies will not spread as much as traditional cookies with flour would.

Instructions

These flourless cookies are so simple that they only require one bowl, minimal steps, and equipment.

Simply combine the three ingredients needed for this recipe into a bowl.

Because we are using almond flour, we don't have to worry about over-mixing.

Use a cookie scooper to scoop out a cookie-sized portion onto a parchment-lined sheet. Flatten with a fork or clean fingers.

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the cookies turn golden brown around the edges.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I substitute the almond flour with coconut flour?

I would not substitute coconut flour in these cookies because coconut flour is more absorbent than almond flour.

Oat flour may work as a substitute, but I have not tested this.

Are these cookies keto?

These cookies are low in carbohydrates (7g net carbs per cookie) and would be appropriate for a ketogenic diet.

Customizations:

• Add 1 tablespoon of chocolate to make a chocolate 3-ingredient vegan cookie.
• Add ½ teaspoon of pumpkin spice to make flourless pumpkin spice cookie.
• Add 1 tablespoon of peanut butter to make a peanut butter flourless vegan cookie.
• Add ¼ cup of shredded coconut to make a tropical vegan cookie.

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Flourless 3-Ingredient Vegan Gluten-Free Cookies

With just three wholesome ingredients – almond flour, pure maple syrup, and a hint of baking powder – these cookies are gluten-free, vegan, flourless, and effortlessly easy to make. They're perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth in a healthier way.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword gluten free desserts, paleo desserts

Prep Time 1 minute minute

Cook Time 12 minutes minutes

Servings 12 servings

Calories 129kcal

Author Wan Na Chun

Ingredients

• 1 cup almond flour
• 4 tablespoon maple syrup
• ½ teaspoon baking powder

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Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour and baking powder. Mix them together until well combined.
• Add the maple syrup to the almond flour mixture. Stir well until you have a thick, cookie dough consistency. If the dough seems too sticky, you can add a bit more almond flour to adjust the consistency.
• Using a spoon or your hands, scoop out small portions of the dough and roll them into balls. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each one.
• Flatten each dough ball with a fork, creating a crisscross pattern on top of each cookie.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies turn golden brown around the edges.
• Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes. They will firm up as they cool.

Notes

Cookie Size: The size of your cookies will affect the baking time. Smaller cookies will cook faster, so keep an eye on them to prevent over-baking. Conversely, larger cookies will require a bit more time in the oven.

Texture and Consistency: If your cookie dough seems too sticky, you can add a bit more almond flour until it reaches a workable consistency. Likewise, if the dough is too dry, you can add a touch more maple syrup to bind it together.

Flavor Variations: Feel free to get creative with your cookies by adding flavor variations like a pinch of cinnamon, a dash of vanilla extract, or some chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra texture and flavor.

Baking Time: Keep a close watch on your cookies in the last few minutes of baking to prevent burning. They can go from golden brown to overdone quite quickly.

Cooling Time: These cookies will be delicate when hot, so allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This will help them firm up and hold their shape.

Storage: Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days. If you want to keep them for longer, you can store them in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze them for several months.

These almond flour maple cookies are a simple and delicious treat. Enjoy them as a snack, dessert, or even a quick breakfast option with a cup of coffee or tea!

Nutrition

Calories: 129kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 18mg | Potassium: 15mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 1mg

Summary

If you love easy and nutritious recipes, you'll want to try this 3-ingredient flourless vegan cookie recipe.

Each cookie is perfectly sweetened with maple syrup and packed full of fiber, protein, and nutrients.

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