Description
These delightful cookies combine the nutty flavor of quinoa with the sweetness of dark chocolate, cranberries, and almonds, creating a unique and protein-packed treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) whole wheat pastry flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240 ml) cooked quinoa, cooled
- 1 cup (240 ml) old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) chopped almonds
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the whole wheat pastry flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the honey, eggs, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Fold in the cooked quinoa, oats, dried cranberries, chopped almonds, and dark chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Drop tbsp-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 11-13 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- These cookies are inspired by a recipe from Bon Appetit January 2012.
- For a different texture, try eating them straight from the freezer for a crunchy, cold treat.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 16
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 15