Get ready to experience a mouthwatering twist on classic cookies that will make your taste buds dance with joy! These Caramel Apple Walnut Cookies are not just a treat; they're a revolution in low-carb, gluten-free baking that proves healthy desserts can be incredibly delicious. Imagine biting into a soft, perfectly spiced cookie packed with crunchy walnuts and a hint of apple sweetness - all without the guilt of traditional sugar-laden treats.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 27 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/2 cup erythritol
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, erythritol, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Whisk the dry ingredients thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
- Add unsweetened applesauce and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix well until a consistent, slightly sticky dough forms.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts, distributing them evenly throughout the cookie dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Gently flatten each cookie with the back of a spoon or your fingers, creating a circular shape approximately 2 inches in diameter.
- Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Drizzle with a low-carb caramel sauce for additional flavor if desired.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Ensure your ingredients are at room temperature for the best mixing consistency.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes and even baking.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can make cookies tough instead of tender.
- For extra caramel flavor, try toasting the walnuts before adding them to the dough.
- Let cookies cool completely to allow them to set and develop a perfect texture.
- If the dough seems too wet, add a tablespoon of almond flour to achieve the right consistency.
- For a more intense apple flavor, use apple pie spice instead of just cinnamon.
- Store cookies between parchment paper layers to prevent sticking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 80kcal
Carbohydrates: 3g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
