Mocha Chocolate Chip Cookies


Calling all coffee lovers! These Mocha Chocolate Chip Cookies are irresistibly good, with the flavor of espresso shining through and dark chocolate chunks in every bite. You wouldn't guess that they're gluten-free, paleo and vegan.
 Course Dessert
 Cuisine American
 Prep Time 10 minutes
 Cook Time 10 minutes
 Total Time 20 minutes
 Servings 15 cookies
 Calories 237 kcal
 Author Rachel

Ingredients

  •  cup coconut oil solid at room temperature
  •  cup coconut sugar
  • 1 flax egg 1 tablespoon flax meal whisked with 2.5 tablespoons water, whisk and let set for 5 minutes, can also use a regular egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2� cups (216g) blanched almond flour
  • 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
  • 1 tablespoon cacao powder
  •  teaspoon salt
  •  teaspoon baking soda
  •  cup (3 oz.) chopped dark chocolate
  • Flaky sea salt to sprinkle on top optional - I used Jacobsen Salt�s Espresso Salt

Instructions

  1. Beat together the coconut oil and coconut sugar until smooth. Add the flax egg and vanilla and mix until smooth.
  2. Add the almond flour, espresso powder, cacao powder, salt, and baking soda to the wet ingredients. Mix until well incorporated. Fold in the chopped chocolate. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour (can prepare up to 48 hours ahead of time).
  3. Visit Mocha Chocolate Chip Cookies@www.bakerita.com For Recipe Instructions.