Healthy Sugar-Free and Flourless Energy Cookies

These Healthy Sugar-Free and Flourless Energy Cookies are packed with nutritious nuts and seeds, making them a perfect guilt-free snack. They’re naturally sweetened with honey and held together with an egg white, providing both protein and fiber for sustained energy. These cookies are ideal for a quick breakfast, post-workout snack, or mid-day pick-me-up!

Ingredients

  • 100g (3.5 oz) peanuts
  • 50g (1.8 oz) walnuts
  • 50g (1.8 oz) almonds
  • 30g (1 oz) pumpkin seeds
  • 40g (1.4 oz) sunflower seeds
  • 1 tbsp (15g) sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp (9g) poppy seeds
  • 1 tbsp (9g) flaxseed
  • 1 tbsp (15g) natural honey
  • 1 egg white

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

  • Preheat your oven to a moderate temperature, around 170°C (340°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

2. Prepare the Nut and Seed Mixture

  • Combine the nuts and seeds: In a food processor, add peanuts, walnuts, almonds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, and flaxseed.
  • Pulse the mixture until you achieve a coarse texture. Be careful not to over-process; you want to keep some texture rather than turning it into a paste.

3. Add the Egg White and Honey

  • Bind the mixture: Add the egg white and natural honey to the nut and seed mixture in the food processor. Blend again until everything is well combined and forms a sticky dough. The egg white acts as a binder, while the honey adds natural sweetness and moisture.

4. Shape the Cookies

  • Form the cookies: Using your hands, take portions of the dough and shape them into cookie-sized balls. Flatten each ball slightly to form a cookie shape.
  • Place on the baking sheet: Arrange the shaped cookies on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between them.

5. Bake the Cookies

  • Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies turn golden brown and are firm to the touch. Keep an eye on them to ensure they don’t over-brown.

6. Cool and Serve

  • Cool the cookies: Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet. They will firm up further as they cool.
  • Enjoy: These healthy, sugar-free, and flourless energy cookies are ready to enjoy! Store them in an airtight container for up to a week.

Nutrition Information

This recipe yields approximately 10-12 cookies, with the following approximate nutritional values per cookie:

  • Calories: 120
  • Protein: 4g
  • Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 2g

Tips and Variations

  • Nut and seed substitutions: Feel free to swap in other nuts like cashews or pecans, or add different seeds like chia seeds for a variation in flavor and texture.
  • Vegan option: For a vegan version, substitute the egg white with flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tbsp water).
  • Add-ins: You can also add a handful of raisins, dried cranberries, or dark chocolate chips for extra flavor.

These Healthy Energy Cookies are a great way to fuel your body with clean, wholesome ingredients. Enjoy them as a snack on the go, or pair them with your favorite cup of tea or coffee!

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