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    Home » Recipes » Cookies

    Chocolate Brownie Cookies

    Published: Mar 5, 2021 · Modified: May 24, 2024 by Lauren Kelly · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    These delicious and simple to make Chocolate Brownie Cookies are the perfect treat with just the right balance of sweet and salty. They are gluten free, sugar free, low carb and Keto friendly!

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    These scrumptious cookies are for all of my fellow serious chocolate lovers. I promise these will not disappoint and will satisfy even the strongest chocolate cravings.

    At the same time these cookies are sugar free, low carb and grain free. That's my perfect cookie right here.

    I can attest to just how delicious they are. And super easy to make too which is always an added bonus.

    If you are looking for some other yummy cookie recipes, you need to try these Low Carb Almond Flour Thumbprint Cookies, Keto Butter Cookies, Gluten Free Butter Pecan Cookies and these Red Velvet Cookie Cups.

    Pair any of these cookies with some Apple Chai Latte or Low Carb Bulletproof Hot Chocolate and you will be in heaven!

    Why You Should Make These Chocolate Brownie Cookies

    You just need 7 simple ingredients to make these yummy cookies. If you already follow a low carb diet, then you most likely already have everything to make these cookies in your pantry and refrigerator.

    And if you are just interested in trying this recipe or just starting out on your low carb journey, you most likely just need to order the Monk fruit, coconut flour and sugar free chocolate chips.

    You can now enjoy delicious chocolate brownie cookies without any guilt at all.

    Recipe Ingredients

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    • Almond butter- Make sure you read your ingredient labels, not all almond butters are the same. Make sure it only contains almonds and maybe salt.
    • Egg
    • Monk Fruit sweetener- I used the granular form of Monk Fruit for this recipe. The brand I use all the time is this one.
    • Cocoa powder- You will need to read the ingredients in your cocoa powder as well and make sure there is no added sugar. I use this one and the ingredients are only organic cocoa and nothing else. I use dark cocoa powder because I love dark chocolate and I love the deep color, but you can use whatever you like. I have also made them with regular cocoa and they were just as yummy.
    • Coconut flour- Coconut flour is light, naturally sugar free and low in carbs which makes it extremely versatile for low carb baking. I always use this coconut flour for my baking.
    • Baking soda
    • Sugar Free Chocolate Chips- Please read the ingredients for your sugar free chocolate chips. Many of them contain large amounts of sugar alcohols which can cause stomach upset and diarrhea. I use these sugar free chocolate chips all the time.
    • Vanilla Extract- I use pure vanilla extract which doesn't contain any artificial flavors or additives, it's just pure vanilla made from alcohol.

    How To Make These Chocolate Brownie Cookies

    Chocolate brownie cookies are super simple to prepare, you can absolutely have your kids help with making these. Mix all of the ingredients, scoop them onto a baking sheet and BAM!

    Mix together the dry ingredients.

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    Add the almond butter, egg, vanilla extract and mix well.

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    Give it a good mix to make sure everything is combined.

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    Gently add the chocolate chips and mix again.

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    Scoop batter onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are crispy!

    Don't you just love that deep chocolate color?

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    Personally I think the little sprinkle of salt on top is a must have, but you can easily leave that off if you'd like.

    Who doesn't love sweet and salty? This is just the right balance.

    Coarse salt is really yummy because it adds texture but you can easily use a finer salt, for instance.

    Extra salt on mine always.

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    Recipe FAQ's and Expert Tips

    Can I freeze these cookies for later?

    These cookies freeze really well too if you want to avid the temptation of overindulging. I totally get that and frequently freeze my desserts. I typically freeze them in individual plastic bags so I can easily just take out one cookie and let it defrost on the counter for 10 minutes when I have a chocolate or sweet craving. This also makes it a little harder to eat too much in one sitting.

    How will I know when the cookies are done baking?

    Typically cookies that are baking in an oven preheated to 350 degrees take between 8-12 minutes depending on the size of the cookie.

    How can I make my cookies more chewy?

    Leave them on the baking sheet right out of the oven for about 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack for chewy cookies.

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    Chocolate Brownie Cookies

    These delicious and simple to make Chocolate Brownie Cookies are the perfect treat with just the right balance of sweet and salty!
    5 from 8 votes
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    Course: cookie, Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Servings: 9 cookies
    Calories: 142kcal
    Author: Lauren Kelly

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup creamy almond butter, or nut or seed butter of your choice
    • 1 egg, room temperature
    • ½ cup granulated Monk Fruit sweetener
    • ½ cup cocoa powder
    • 2 tablespoons coconut flour
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • ⅓ cup sugar free chooclate chips
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • pinch of salt

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
    • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
    • In a bowl add and mix all the dry ingredients.
    • Now, add the almond butter, egg, vanilla extract and mix well.
    • Then fold in the chocolate chips.
    • Scoop batter using a 1 ½-inch ice cream scoop; place 1-2 inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
    • Flatten the cookies with your hands gently.
    • Bake until cookies begin to crack on top, (about 8-10 minutes).
    • Transfer to wire racks and let cool completely before eating the cookies.

    Notes

    To store in the refrigerator: Place in airtight container for up to two weeks.
    To store room temperature: Place in airtight container on the counter for up to one week.
    To store in the freezer: Place in airtight container for up to three months.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 142kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 73mg | Potassium: 184mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 27IU | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 2mg
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    1. Kristyn

      March 10, 2023 at 2:42 pm

      5 stars
      You get the best of both worlds with these cookies!! I have many friends who are gluten free, who are going to love them!! They are chocolatey & delicious!

      Reply
    2. Katie

      March 10, 2023 at 2:33 pm

      5 stars
      These are always a hit! Perfect for my friends and family who are gluten free.

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    3. Melissa

      March 10, 2023 at 2:32 pm

      5 stars
      Wow - delicious and chewy. Great recipe, we made these cookie last night out of this world good.

      Reply
    4. Valentina

      March 06, 2021 at 11:20 pm

      5 stars
      The chocolate brownie cookies are AMAZING! They are so soft and chewy and love that they are on the healthier side.

      Reply
      • lauren.kelly

        March 07, 2021 at 7:12 am

        Yay! So happy you liked them!

        Reply
    5. RhondaP

      March 06, 2021 at 9:54 pm

      5 stars
      Made these tonight. Yum! Husband says to make them again.

      Reply
      • lauren.kelly

        March 07, 2021 at 7:13 am

        I am glad you and your husband enjoyed them!

        Reply
    6. Leonie

      March 06, 2021 at 9:34 pm

      Can normal butterbe used instead of almond butter?

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      • lauren.kelly

        March 07, 2021 at 7:14 am

        I would substitute another nut or seed butter like peanut butter, sunflower seed butter or cashew butter etc. Let me know what you think, Leonie!

        Reply
    7. Toni

      March 06, 2021 at 10:32 am

      5 stars
      Being gluten-free we always love finding new delicious recipes and this one is a winner. My first time using monk fruit too. Great recipe!

      Reply
    8. Jen

      March 06, 2021 at 10:16 am

      5 stars
      Talk about melt in your mouth deliciousness! Wow! We'll be making these over and over again. So good!

      Reply
    5 from 8 votes (1 rating without comment)

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