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    Home » Recipes » Healthy Desserts

    Fudgy Flourless Chocolate Mint Cookies

    Published: Dec 15, 2014 · Modified: Nov 6, 2022 by Lauren · This post may contain affiliate links · 12 Comments

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    For the first time, maybe ever, I am totally prepared for Christmas.

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    I bought many of my gifts online in October (check), our house is decorated with lights, wreaths, and Santa's crew (check, check, check), and we have our Christmas tree up and rocking (check!).

    Usually, I'm the poster child for Christmas 'procrastination', especially in the present department, but this year, online shopping saved my rear! I've been able to find nearly everything I wanted without having to brave the crowded malls or stores but once! Bless you Amazon.

    Fudgy Flourless Chocolate Mint Cookies (Paleo)

    With all of my holiday ducks in a row, it's given me a bit more time to focus on the sweet treats so common to this time of year.

    Along with the typical fruitcake, yule logs, and boozy eggnog, peppermint is a major player in the dessert game, which works out beautifully in my favor because chocolate and mint is my absolute favorite combination of flavors!

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    Boasting a number of trendy health titles, including paleo, gluten-free, and grain-free, these minty spheres will absolutely WOW you!

    They are solely sweetened with dates, and have NO added oil or butter of any kind, as the walnuts provide all the 'buttery-ness' needed to satisfy.

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    I love the freshness the mint provides, and they bake up with a fudge-like texture that is completely irresistible.

    Sprinkle a few chocolate chips or crushed canes atop each one to make them extra festive and fun! 🙂

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    5 from 1 vote

    Fudgy Flourless Chocolate Mint Cookies (Paleo)

    Fudgy, flourless, and fruit-sweetened Christmas-themed cookies.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time12 mins
    Total Time17 mins
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: Cookies
    Servings: 10 cookies
    Calories: 130kcal
    Author: Lauren Goslin

    Ingredients

    • 1 c. raw walnuts
    • 5-5 ½ ounces large soft dates (about 12)
    • ¼ c. cocoa powder
    • ¼ t. sea salt
    • ¼ t. baking soda
    • 1 egg
    • 1 t. vanilla extract
    • ½ t. mint extract
    • 2 T. chocolate chips optional
    • crushed candy canes optional

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
    • Pulse the walnuts just until they form a meal consistency.
    • Remove them and process the dates until they are broken down and have a paste-like consistency.
    • Add back the walnuts, along with the remaining ingredients (minus the chocolate chips and candy canes).
    • Process the mix until smooth and well combined.
    • Place a sheet of parchment paper onto a baking sheet and spray a light layer of oil atop the paper.
    • Drop the cookie dough onto the paper, making about 10 cookies.
    • Use lightly damp hands to mold the cookies into flatter circles.
    • Top with a few chocolate chips, if desired.
    • Bake 10-12 minutes until the tops look set.
    • Cool and sprinkle the crushed candy canes onto the tops, if desired.

    Notes

    Nutrition facts are based on using five ounces of dates. NO chocolate chips or candy canes are included in the stats. WW points (new system): 4

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1 | Sodium: 87mg | Sugar: 9.2g | Fiber: 2.6g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Calories: 130kcal | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.7g | Fat: 8.2g | Protein: 4.3g | Carbohydrates: 13.1g

    Adapted from this recipe

    Notes:

    Omit the mint for a regular double chocolate chip cookie.

    Add in more chocolate chips, if desired.

    Mix the chocolate chips into the actual batter, if desired.

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    Stay healthy everyone! You can still have your treats and eat them too, just make recipes like this one. 🙂

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    Are you ready for Christmas?

     

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    Comments

    1. Gina

      January 08, 2019 at 6:16 pm

      Ohmygawd, these look incredible. I got an air fryer recently and am thinking I could make my healthier versions of cookies in there, including these.

      I'm obsessed with making non-breaded zucchini "fries" and lately, the BEST kale chips I've ever had.

      Btw, I always look fwd to your recipes. Thank you for the inspiration!

      Reply
    2. Ceara @ Ceara's Kitchen

      December 18, 2014 at 6:34 am

      These cookies sounds like perfection! I cannot wait to try them, Lauren 🙂 Pinned!

      Reply
      • Lauren

        December 18, 2014 at 8:28 am

        Thanks Ceara! I'm hoping to make your brownies this weekend! 😀

        Reply
    3. Kari Peters

      December 17, 2014 at 8:23 am

      Oh the fudgy-ness! I love that you've created something so holiday decadent that's still healthy - thanks for the great recipe! 🙂

      Reply
    4. Mike @TheIronYou

      December 16, 2014 at 9:11 am

      These are honestly fantastic. Walnuts, dates and chocolate has to be one of the best combos ever!

      Reply
    5. Isabe,

      December 15, 2014 at 7:54 pm

      I am egg-intolerant. could I substitute flax or chia seeds? Instead of baking, could I dehydrate them?

      Reply
      • Lauren

        December 16, 2014 at 12:13 pm

        Hi Isabe,

        I'm not sure about either option, as I've never tried. Sorry!

        Reply
    6. Isadora

      December 15, 2014 at 7:47 pm

      I feel the complete opposite about Christmas this year! I am so unprepared and have done absolutely no Christmas shopping at all! However we do have our tree up and some lights outside, so I guess it isn't all bad! I think I just need some of these cookies now and I will feel completely prepared 🙂

      Reply
    7. resha

      December 15, 2014 at 6:20 pm

      Just made these...they are SUPER DELISH!!

      Reply
      • Lauren

        December 16, 2014 at 12:14 pm

        Hurray, I'm so happy Resha! Thanks for the feedback. 🙂

        Reply
    8. Lori

      December 15, 2014 at 10:43 am

      I so wish that you had a cookbook for all of these great recipes all in the same place. love them

      Reply
      • Lauren

        December 15, 2014 at 12:02 pm

        Aw, thanks so much Lori! Maybe someday! 🙂

        Reply

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