California Cookies

Made with significantly fewer carbohydrates, calories, and added sugar than traditional chocolate chip cookies, these avocado cookies offer a lighter twist on a classic favorite.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword avocado

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 40

Servings cookies

Calories 90kcal

Ingredients

2 T chia seeds
1/4 c water
1/4 c ground flax seeds
1 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 c butter
4 oz avocado mashed
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla
1 1/2 cups oats
1/4 cup hemp seeds
1/4 c. roasted, salted sunflower seeds
1 c chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375
Combine chia seeds and water; set aside.
In a small bowl add flour, ground flax seeds, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon; set aside.
In a mixing bowl add butter, mashed avocado, and sugar and mix until creamy.
Add egg, vanilla, and chia egg mixture, until combined. Do not overmix.
Slowly add flour mixture and mix until well combined.
Stir in oats, hemp seeds, and chocolate chips.
Drop rounded teaspoons onto a parchment paper-lined sheet pan. Bake 8-10 minutes

Notes

Raisins or dried cherries can be substituted for the chocolate chips for a different flavor profile and less added sugar.

Be careful not to overbake the cookies; they will continue to firm up slightly as they cool.

The avocado adds moisture and healthy fats while helping create a soft texture.

These cookies make a great snack or lighter dessert option and pair well with coffee or tea.

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