paleo pumpkin cookies

from Wholesomedelicious

Paleo Pumpkin Molasses Cookies

PREP TIME15 MINUTES

SERVINGS12

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Ingredients

•  1 1/4 cup blanched almond flour
•  1/3 cup coconut flour
•  1 /2 tsp baking soda
•  1 tsp cinnamon
•  1 tsp ground ginger
•  1/4 tsp cloves
•  1/4 tsp sea salt
•  3 tbsp coconut oil*
•  1/4 cup coconut sugar
•  1 egg
•  2 tbsp pumpkin puree
•  2 tbsp molasses
•  1 tsp vanilla extract
•  1/4 cup organic sugar or coconut sugar for rolling optional

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. In a medium sized bowl, mic together dry ingredients: blanched almond flour, coconut flour, baking soda, spices, and salt.
3. In a larger bowl, beat together coconut oil (make sure it's not melted), coconut sugar, egg, pumpkin puree, molasses, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer.
4. Now slowly pour dry ingredients into wet and continue to mix until no dry pockets remain. Let the dough rest in the fridge for at least 15 minutes. 
5. Roll dough into small balls, and then gently roll in sugar (if using). Place approximately 2 inches apart on a baking sheet. Gently flatten with the back of a spoon or small glass.
6. Transfer to the oven and bake for 10 - 12 minutes (depending on oven). Remove from oven and let cool on the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before eating. 

Recipe Notes

*BE SURE TO USE COCONUT OIL AT ROOM TEMPERATURE!!