Pine Nut Cookies

Pine Nut Cookies are a delightful Paleo Indian dessert that combines the rich, buttery flavor of pine nuts with a hint of cardamom, creating a unique treat. These cookies are not only delicious but also gluten-free and packed with healthy fats.

Ingredients

• Pine nuts - 50 grams
• Almond flour - 100 grams
• Honey - 2 tablespoons
• Coconut oil - 2 tablespoons, melted
• Cardamom powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Vanilla extract - 1/2 teaspoon
• Egg - 1 large

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, cardamom powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, honey, vanilla extract, and egg until well combined.
4. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.
5. Gently fold in the pine nuts until evenly distributed.
6. Using a tablespoon, scoop out portions of the dough and shape them into small balls, placing them on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Flatten each ball slightly with your fingers to form cookie shapes.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
9. 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: 4 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.02 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats and protein from pine nuts and almond flour.
• Contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties from cardamom.

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