Grain-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies (Paleo)
Looking for an easy, healthy snack that fits your paleo cookies routine? This grain-free chocolate chip cookies is naturally grain-free, gluten-free and dairy-free, made with whole ingredients you can pronounce. It’s one of our favorite paleo recipes for anyone following a paleo diet — quick to prepare, packed with protein and healthy fats, and guaranteed to keep you full and energized.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Time: 15 minutes prep, 10 minutes cook
- Servings: 12 cookies
- Diet: Paleo, gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free
- Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- 3 cups almond flour
- 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
- 1/2 cup raw honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (Enjoy Life or similar)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix all the dry ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Whisk the eggs, honey and vanilla extract in a medium bowl with a whisk or hand mixer.
- Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry and whisk with a fork until uniform.
- Add the coconut oil and chocolate chips; keep stirring.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the baking sheet.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes.
Tips & Variations
They’ll look slightly underdone when you pull them out — that’s what keeps them chewy.
Nutrition & Health Benefits
This recipe uses only whole, unprocessed ingredients — no grains, no refined sugar, no industrial seed oils. It’s naturally rich in protein and healthy fats, making it an excellent choice for weight loss, stable energy and digestive health. Because it’s grain-free and dairy-free, it also works well for people with gluten or lactose sensitivities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recipe really paleo?
Yes. Grain-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies contains only paleo-approved ingredients — no grains, legumes, dairy, refined sugar or processed oils.
Can I meal-prep this recipe?
Absolutely. Most of these recipes store well in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days, and many freeze beautifully for quick lunches.
How many servings does this make?
This recipe makes 12 cookies.
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