Chocolate Mint Cookies

These Chocolate Mint Cookies are a delightful blend of rich cocoa and refreshing mint, perfect for a healthy dessert treat. With wholesome ingredients, they satisfy your sweet cravings without the guilt.

Ingredients

• Oats - 1/2 cup
• Almond flour - 1/4 cup
• Cocoa powder - 2 tablespoons
• Honey - 2 tablespoons
• Coconut oil - 2 tablespoons, melted
• Egg - 1 large
• Fresh mint leaves - 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
• Baking soda - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Dark chocolate chips - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine oats, almond flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk together melted coconut oil, honey, and the egg until well combined.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Fold in the chopped mint leaves and dark chocolate chips.
6. Using a tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are firm.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 22 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 90 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from oats, promoting digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants from cocoa and dark chocolate, which may improve heart health.

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