Did you know that by following a low-carb diet you can achieve remarkable health results? It’s true, by following a low-carb diet, you many help limit your chances for acquiring heart disease, and it can even help you maintain a healthy weight, and aid in weight loss. However, when people hear the word diet, they automatically think that’s the end of eating desserts. While sweets and desserts are typically not good for our health or waistline, the temptation can be thick. However, it’s this temptation that often makes one break their diet. Luckily, there is a delicious low-carb chocolate chip cookies recipe that you can try that may help satisfy your cravings for sweets, without negatively affecting your health and waistline.
Following a diet can be hard, especially when dessert time rolls around. We know the temptation can be thick, which is why we are here to help you make better decisions about the food you put into your body. If you are following the low-carb diet, or are just looking for a healthier alternative for dessert, try out this yummy low-carb chocolate chip cookie recipe!
Low-Carb Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Ingredients:
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1 cup almond flour
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2 tablespoons coconut flour
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2 tablespoons psyllium husk powder
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1 scoop protein powder (unflavored or vanilla)
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1 egg white
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1 egg
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4 tablespoons butter, softened
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4 tablespoons melted coconut oil
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9 ounces low-carb baking chocolate chunks
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1/3 cup xylitol
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder (aluminum-free)
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1/4 teaspoon baking soda
Directions:
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
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In a medium-sized bowl, first, mix together all dry ingredients. Then add the eggs and beat with a blender or mixer until thoroughly combined.
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Add the coconut oil and butter, and beat for another minute or two.
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Add in the low-carb chocolate chunks and fold in thoroughly.
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Using a tablespoon, scoop out the dough to roll into balls. Place onto a parchment covered cookie sheet.
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Press firmly down on each cookie with the palm of your hand or a fork to flatten.
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Bake for 13-15 minutes.
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Allow to cool and enjoy.
