Honey Almond Cookies( by Tosca Reno from The Eat Clean Diet)1C Almonds1 1/4 C unbleached whole wheat flour1 C unbleached all purpose flour1 tsp baking powder1/2 tsp sea salt2/3 C natural honey1/4 C agave nectar1/3 C coconut butter1/4 C unsweetened applesauce1/4 C ground flaxseed1 egg1 tsp vailla1/4 C sliced almonds, for decoration(optional)1. Ground almonds in food processor. Put in large bowl. Add flours, baking powder and salt. Mix well.2. In a medium bowl, mix honey, agave nectar, coconut butter, applesauce, flaxseed, egg and vanilla. Use a mixer to mix well.3.Combine all ingredients using using a spoon.4. Cover with saran wrap and put in fridge for 1 hour. This will allow the dough to set.5. When ready, preheat oven to 350 degrees.6. Using a spoon or scooper, scoop out dough and shape into balls. Put on cookie sheet and press down to flatten.7. Bake for 12-15 minutes.8. Remove and let cool.9. Garnish with toasted sliced almondsIn Pictures:
Ground almonds in food processor
Mix almonds, flours, baking powder, and salt
Mix the rest in another bowl. Then add all ingredients together. Put in fridge for 1 hour.
Form into small balls. Press down. Bake 12-15 minutes.
I did not garnish mine.
Store in air tight container. ENJOY!