Mocha almond cookies Recipe

Mocha Almond Cookies Recipe

These moreish little mocha almond cookies are full of goodness. They’re a great source of protein and fibre to help keep blood sugar levels stable, and magnesium needed for energy production and nervous system health. Raw cacao contains potent heart-healthy antioxidants called phenols, which have been shown to help lower cholesterol and blood pressure. Cacao also contains theobromine, which boosts endorphins, your brain’s pleasure chemicals.

Makes: 14 cookies

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Mocha Almond Cookies Recipe

By: Lisa Guy

Did you know these mocha almond cookies are a great source of protein and fibre to help keep blood sugar levels stable?


Servings

12

Prep time

Cook time

Recipe


Ingredients

  • 2 tsp instant coffee granules
  • 4 tbsp almond butter or tahini
  • 4 tbsp maple syrup
  • 100g good-quality dark chocolate, chopped into squares
  • 1¼ cup almond meal
  • 3 tbsp raw cacao powder

Method


  • Preheat oven to 180°C and line baking tray with baking paper.
  • Mix instant coffee with 1 tsp boiling water.
  • Place all ingredients in high-speed food processor and blend until well combined.
  • Roll into 1 tbsp balls and place on tray. Press a square of chocolate into top of each ball.
  • Bake cookies for 10 mins. Allow to cool before eating.

  

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Lisa Guy

Lisa Guy

Lisa Guy is a respected Sydney-based naturopath, author and passionate foodie with 16 years of clinical experience. She runs a naturopathic clinic in Rose Bay called Art of Healing and is the founder of Bodhi Organic Tea.

Lisa is a great believer that good wholesome food is one of the greatest pleasures in life and the foundation of good health. Lisa encourages her clients to get back to eating what nature intended: good, clean, wholesome food that’s nutrient-rich and free from high levels of sugars, harmful fats, artificial additives and pesticides. Her aim is to change the way people eat, cook and think about food.

Lisa is an avid health writer, being a regular contributor to The Sunday Telegraph's Body and Soul, and leading magazines including WellBeing. Lisa is an author of five books to date, including My Goodness: all you need to know about children’s health and nutrition , Pregnancy Essentials, Heal Yourself, Listen to your Body and Healthy Skin Diet .

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