Description
Gluten-free dairy-free chocolate chip cookies combine classic comfort with thoughtful ingredients. These wholesome treats deliver rich flavor and satisfying texture for health-conscious bakers and cookie enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 cups (360 ml) gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum)
- 1 large egg (or flax egg: 1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 2.5 tbsps water)
- 0.75 cup (180 ml) coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
- 0.5 cup (120 ml) coconut oil or dairy-free butter, softened
- 0.5 cup (120 ml) dairy-free chocolate chips (or chopped nuts, raisins, etc.)
- 0.25 cup (60 ml) maple syrup (or honey)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.5 tsp baking soda
- 0.5 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp cinnamon (optional, for extra warmth)
- 0.25 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preparation: Arrange all gluten-free and dairy-free ingredients on a pristine kitchen workspace, ensuring convenient access and organized layout.
- Oven Setup: Position the oven rack centrally and preheat to 350F (175C), allowing thorough temperature equilibration for consistent baking performance.
- Baking Surface Preparation: Line a standard baking sheet with parchment paper, creating a seamless, non-stick foundation for precise cookie formation.
- Dry Ingredient Integration: Whisk dry ingredients in a medium bowl, thoroughly blending to eliminate potential clumping and guarantee uniform texture distribution.
- Wet Mixture Creation: Cream alternative butter substitute and sugar substitute in a large bowl, whipping until the mixture transforms into a light, airy consistency.
- Liquid Component Incorporation: Gently fold egg and vanilla extract into the creamed mixture, maintaining a smooth and well-integrated base with consistent stirring.
- Dough Formation: Gradually merge dry ingredients into wet components, folding delicately to create a cohesive cookie dough without compromising its structural integrity.
- Portioning and Shaping: Utilize a cookie scoop to distribute uniform dough portions onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them strategically to allow proper expansion.
- Surface Modification: Softly flatten each dough mound using fingertips or a spoon, establishing rounded shapes with delicately crisp peripheral edges.
- Baking and Cooling Process: Bake for 10-12 minutes in the preheated oven until edges achieve a golden hue and centers appear set, then transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling and optimal textural development.
Notes
- Ingredient Temperature Matters: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smoother blending and better cookie texture.
- Prevent Cross-Contamination: Use dedicated gluten-free utensils and workspace to avoid potential gluten exposure for sensitive individuals.
- Customize Mix-Ins Wisely: Add dairy-free chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruits to enhance flavor without compromising dietary restrictions.
- Achieve Perfect Consistency: Don’t overmix the dough to prevent tough cookies; mix just until ingredients are combined for tender results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 159
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 75 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg