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    Easy Gluten-Free Coconut Flour Cookies

    By Lisa MarcAurele · Nov 5, 2020 · 348 Comments

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    Coconut flour cookies are great for those times when you want something to satisfy your sweet tooth on the go. These simple keto cookies are a great portable snack!

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    Article Index
    • Easy Gluten-Free Coconut Flour Cookies
    • How To Use Coconut Flour In Cookies
    • How To Bake Coconut Flour Cookies
    • Frequently Asked Questions About Coconut Flour Cookies
    • Coconut Flour Cookie Recipe Variations
    • How To Store Coconut Flour Cookies
    • Other Keto Coconut Flour Recipes
    • Recipe

    Easy Gluten-Free Coconut Flour Cookies

    It’s always a good idea to have a few low carb snacks in the house, especially when you have non-low carb goodies in the house. A few keto cookies I like to make include my cream cheese cookies and low carb peanut butter cookies.

    I usually do have a stash of my favorite homemade keto chocolate bars as special treats, but they don’t travel well when it’s hot.

    That’s why I started baking keto coconut flour cookies in large batches and freeze them in single-sized portions!

    I have been baking with this low carb flour a lot lately because I like it a lot better than almond flour. So I decided to try making some sugar cookies.

    The recipe is based on a high carb recipe from an old Better Homes and Gardens cookbook that my mother used to make.

    How To Use Coconut Flour In Cookies

    adding coconut flour to wet mixture

    These keto cookies use less flour than standard cookies. That’s because the coconut based flour soaks up liquid and expands. It’s also why more eggs and liquid typically need to be used with keto coconut flour recipes.

    Generally speaking, you’ll need to use about a fourth to one third the amount of regular flour and the amount of eggs is usually around 1 and a half to 2 times what a standard recipe uses. The extra eggs are also needed for binding since there’s no gluten.

    After the dry ingredients are mixed into the wet ingredients, coconut flour absorbs the liquid like a sponge. This should result in a cookie dough that can be scooped and shaped.

    cookie dough batter

    How To Bake Coconut Flour Cookies

    After the dough is prepared, use a cookie scoop to make similar sized cookies. Then, flatten each scoop out since coconut flour cookies usually don’t flatten out much during baking. I just used my fingers to press down each scoop of dough onto the pan.

    dough on silicone baking mat

    I like to use a silicon baking mat over my cookie sheet just to ensure that the cookies won't stick. You can also use parchment paper or use a lightly greased baking sheet. Of course, a non-stick cookie sheet works too.

    The cookies should be baked until the edges begin to brown. For me, this was about 10 minutes. Then, I transferred them to a rack until they were cool enough to move, about 15 minutes.

    baked cookies on baking mat and rack

    Frequently Asked Questions About Coconut Flour Cookies

    The entire recipe is at the bottom of this post. First, I want to answer some common questions about them.

    How do you know when they are fully cooked?

    Watch these cookies closely in the oven so they don't burn. You will know they are done when the edges start to turn a golden brown.

    These are very soft and crumbly cookies. They will firm up as you let them cool.

    Can you make sugar cookies with coconut flour?

    Although these cookies were adapted from a sugar cookie recipe, the texture is a bit different. They are softer and more cake-like than a traditional sugar cookie.

    Can they be made crispy?

    If you want a crispier cookie, you’ll need to use a mix of almond and coconut flour. Or, you can just bake my low carb sugar cookies instead which use a combination of the two flours.

    coconut flour cookies on plate and rack with milk

    How do you make coconut flour cookies less crumbly?

    Unfortunately, coconut flour can vary in absorbency. So the liquid or flour amount may need to be adjusted.

    If your dough is too thin, simply add in a little more flour until it’s workable or if the dough seems really thick, it may need a little more almond milk.

    If the dough is crumby, you may need an extra egg or more fat. However, the recipe should have plenty of fat already so this shouldn’t be an issue.

    These coconut flour cookies shouldn’t be crumbly. But if they are, I find that the texture is typically better if they have been chilled in the refrigerator.

    Coconut Flour Cookie Recipe Variations

    To dress these up for a party or holiday, they can be frosted with a simple glaze made with Swerve Confectioners Powder or drizzled with some melted low carb chocolate chips.

    Unsweetened coconut could also be added to the dough for a more intense coconut flavor!

    There really are endless possibilities with this keto coconut flour cookies recipe. Another option would be to sprinkle a little granular Swerve on top that has been colored with some food dye.

    coconut flour cookies on gray plates

    How To Store Coconut Flour Cookies

    For short term storage, I keep the cookies in the refrigerator. If I want to store them long term, I’ll put them in the freezer.

    These are great to freeze in small batches to thaw for snacks as you need them.

    Other Keto Coconut Flour Recipes

    Want some other ideas for using coconut flour? You may enjoy some of these other low carb recipes:

    • Cranberry Orange Cookies are perfect to make during the holidays when cranberries are a popular flavor.
    • Low Carb Bagels will satiate your cravings for carbs in the morning. Toast them and top them with avocado for a wonderful way to start the day.
    • Coconut Flour Pancakes taste and feel just like pancakes made with flour. Top them with your favorite sugar-free syrup.
    • Gluten Free German Chocolate Cake is such a rich recipe that you'll need some coffee or milk to drink with it.
    • Coconut Flour Waffles taste amazing with a side of crispy bacon. Add a pat of soft butter for the best breakfast or brunch.

    What's your favorite way to use coconut flour? For me, it's definitely these cookies and making low carb pancake recipes!

    Enjoy the cookies! And be sure to check out some of my other low carb sweets.

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    Recipe

    coconut flour cookies on plates with glass of milk

    Coconut Flour Cookies (Keto, Low Carb, Gluten Free)

    4.10 from 127 votes
    There are times when you want something to satisfy your sweet tooth on the go. These simple to make low carb gluten free cookies are a great snack.
    Prep Time:5 mins
    Cook Time:10 mins
    Total Time:15 mins
    Course: Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine: American
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    Servings: 34 cookies
    Calories: 55

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    Ingredients

    • ¾ cup coconut flour sifted
    • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 6 tablespoons butter softened
    • ⅓ cup coconut oil softened
    • ¾ cup low carb sugar substitute more or less to taste
    • 4 large eggs
    • 1 tablespoon almond milk
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • Stir together coconut flour, baking powder and salt.
    • In separate bowl, beat butter and coconut oil together; add sweetener and beat until fluffy. Add eggs, almond milk, and vanilla; beat well.
    • Add dry ingredients to wet mixture, beating until well combined. Batter should be thick. If not, add in a bit more coconut flour being careful not to overdo it.
    • Scoop dough onto ungreased cookie sheet or silicon mat
      and flatten out to desired thickness.
    • Bake at 375°F for 8-10 minutes or until edges start to brown.

    Notes

    It's best to start with half the sweetener and add more to taste if needed. 
    More flour or liquid may be needed to get the right dough consistency as coconut flour varies in absorbency. Or, you can start with half the coconut flour and add more as needed. An extra egg and or liquid can also help if too much coconut flour has already been added.
    Recipe makes about 34 cookies.

    Low Carb Sweeteners | Keto Sweetener Conversion Chart

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 55 | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 48mg | Potassium: 25mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 90IU | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 0.2mg

    Additional Info

    Net Carbs: 3 g | % Carbs: 19.7 % | % Protein: 6.6 % | % Fat: 73.8 % | SmartPoints: 3
    Values
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    Post updated on November 5, 2020, with resized images and additional recipe information. Originally published on October 11, 2014.

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    1. Andrea

      November 30, 2022 at 7:40 pm

      Hi, Has anyone made these using Earth Balance dairy free "butter" instead of real butter, or perhaps with all coconut oil instead? My husband has Celiac's and two of my kids are allergic to dairy. I don't want to waste the ingredients if the substitution won't work. I've been down that road before...

      Reply
    2. Tiana

      January 28, 2022 at 6:04 pm

      Hi Lisa,
      I'd like your opinion, please. What do you think, could I substitute one egg with one totally puréed lemon? Oils.in.skin give that lovely scent, that's why whole lemon.
      Kind regards,
      Tiana

      Reply
      • Lisa MarcAurele

        January 28, 2022 at 6:44 pm

        It might work since you'd be adding in plenty of liquid. However, you may need to adjust the amount of coconut flour in the recipe to get the right cookie dough consistency.

        Reply
    3. Brenda

      April 29, 2021 at 3:53 pm

      I want to make these cookies but I am not one to eat a cookie without chocolate so my question is this, “would it still taste good or hold it’s consistency if I added some sugar free chocolate chips”?

      Reply
      • Lisa MarcAurele

        April 30, 2021 at 8:50 am

        You can add things like chocolate chips, coconut, and nuts to this basic cookie recipe if you'd like.

        Reply
    4. Lily Chen

      February 18, 2021 at 12:33 pm

      5 stars
      I brought these cookies to a church small group, 3 of the people in my group are keto diet. 100% of the people had at least one of these cookies and they were gone by the end of the night! Thanks!!

      Reply
    5. John-Mark

      November 25, 2020 at 7:26 pm

      4 stars
      These cookies were a delight. Much more tender than the almond cookies I've been making as of late.

      I used metric weight measures and my stand mixer. I used Lakanto Classic (125g, ~2/3 cup) as my sweetener. The dough seemed pretty wet, so I sprinkled on more coconut flour (guess: 1/2 Tbs). Doubled each dough ball size to 2 Tbs, so got 20 cookies. Sprinkled cinnamon on 18 of them for a Snickerdoodle vibe (the plain ones, I thought, could use more vanilla).
      Cook time for these larger cookies was 14 minutes (another minute or two wouldn’t have hurt). Would happily make these again. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    6. Jamie

      November 08, 2020 at 10:57 pm

      5 stars
      Made these for my gluten free husband tonight and they turned out perfectly! I did try a few with cinnamon on top (snickerdoodle style) and some with chopped pecans on top, and he ended up liking a combo of the cinnamon/pecan the best! The dough seems like it could be pretty versatile! Thank you so much!

      Reply
    7. Dona Jackson

      October 22, 2020 at 1:47 pm

      I added almond flour and half stick of cream cheese it was fabulous

      Reply
    8. Marygrace

      October 16, 2020 at 3:08 pm

      I just made these and they’re really greasy

      Reply
      • Lisa MarcAurele

        October 16, 2020 at 9:47 pm

        It could be your coconut flour. If it's not defatted enough, you'll need to cut back on the oils added in the recipe.

        Reply
    9. Keshel

      September 15, 2020 at 5:46 am

      Hi
      Can I use maple syrup as a sugar alternative ?

      Thanks

      Reply
      • Lisa MarcAurele

        September 15, 2020 at 6:34 pm

        Maple syrup should work but you may need to make minor adjustments if the cookie dough doesn't hold it's shape.

        Reply
    10. Rb N

      August 19, 2020 at 4:06 pm

      This was my first attempt at keto cookies and they turned out perfect! I didn't have coconut oil, so used only butter instead. And it seemed to be working fine.
      Thank you for the recipe, it's definitely the one to keep!

      Reply
    11. Ceanne C Zillen

      August 18, 2020 at 1:26 pm

      Thought I was making cookies not soup.

      I tried the recipe twice! And it just liquefied as soon as it hit the oven everyone. Such a waste

      Reply
      • Lisa MarcAurele

        August 18, 2020 at 3:46 pm

        It had to be your coconut flour. Was it defatted? What brand did you use?

        Reply
      • Dale Ann

        July 27, 2021 at 11:46 pm

        My first batch came out flat like pancakes. So I too your advice and added more flour and they came out like a cookie. I like them.

        Reply
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