Healthier Chocolate Strawberry Cookies (Vegan, Gluten Free)
It’s love at first bite with these Healthier Chocolate Strawberry Cookies! If you’re a fan of all things chocolate and strawberry, then get ready for a treat that’s both indulgent and secretly healthy. These soft, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are loaded with rich chocolate chips and tangy freeze-dried strawberries, making them the perfect balance of sweet, fruity, and decadent. And guess what? They’re also vegan and gluten-free, so you can enjoy every bite without any of the guilt!
Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day, craving a sweet snack, or just looking for a healthier cookie recipe to satisfy your chocolate cravings, these cookies are the answer. They’re the perfect treat to share with loved ones—or keep all to yourself (no judgment here!).
Why these Healthier Chocolate Strawberry Cookies are a must!
- Guilt-Free Indulgence: Who says you can’t have a delicious, indulgent treat that’s also healthy? These cookies are made with wholesome ingredients like almond flour and coconut oil, which means you can enjoy them without any of the refined sugars or gluten. They’re the perfect sweet fix without the sugar crash later!
- Soft, Chewy Texture: The best combo! These cookies are soft and chewy in the middle, with just the right amount of crispiness around the edges. You’ll get that satisfying texture that cookie lovers dream of in every bite.
- Freeze-Dried Strawberries: The freeze-dried strawberries add an irresistible tangy sweetness that perfectly complements the rich chocolate. Plus, they give the cookies a gorgeous pop of color that makes them look as good as they taste.
- Vegan & Gluten-Free: means no eggs, no dairy, no gluten—just all the deliciousness. These cookies are ideal for those following a vegan or gluten-free diet, and they’re the perfect treat to bring to a party or share with friends who have dietary restrictions.
- Perfect for Any Occasion: While these cookies are absolutely perfect for Valentine’s Day, they’re delicious enough to enjoy all year round. Whether you’re baking a batch for a special occasion or just because you need a sweet snack, these cookies will never disappoint!
Ingredients for Healthier Chocolate Strawberry Cookies (Vegan, Gluten Free):
- Oat flour
- Almond butter
- Cocoa powder
- Maple syrup
- Coconut sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Chocolate chips (optional)
- Freeze dried strawberries
Check out the step-by-step video here:
How to make Healthier Chocolate Strawberry Cookies (Vegan, Gluten Free)
Looking for more healthier cookie recipes? Here are a few ideas:
- Easy Vegan & Gluten-Free Thumbprint Cookies Filled with Apple Butter
- The Best Soft Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies (Vegan, Gluten-Free)
Healthier Chocolate Strawberry Cookies (Vegan, Gluten Free)
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: 14–16 cookies 1x
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This one’s for all my chocolate-covered strawberries lovers! These chocolatey cookies are secretly healthy, soft in the middle, and loaded with chocolate chips and freeze dried strawberries.
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup oat flour
- 1/3 cup runny almond butter
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 3 Tbsp coconut sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt (I use fine pink Himalayan)
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- 1/4 cup freeze dried strawberries
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, & salt. Whisk together.
3. In a small bowl, combine almond butter, coconut sugar, maple syrup, & vanilla. Whisk together.
4. Then pour the wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until dough forms. Fold in chocolate chips and strawberries.
5. Use 1 tbsp scoop to scoop dough onto prepared baking sheet. Cookies won’t spread much, so flatten cookies to desired thickness.
6. Bake for about 8-10 minutes, until golden on bottoms. Let them cool completely on cooling rack then serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 108
- Sugar: 7.9 g
- Sodium: 43.1 mg
- Fat: 5.6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 13.8 g
- Fiber: 1.7 g
- Protein: 2.6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
