Gluten free and dairy free macadamia cookies

These gluten and dairy free cookies are easy to make and ready to eat in minutes. Extremely moreish, they melt in your mouth and are a delicious alternative to refined sugar treats; great to have with your afternoon tea.

SERVES: 6 PREP TIME: 10 mins COOK TIME: 15-20 mins

Ingredients

  • 75g macadamia nuts
  • 2 ¼ cups gluten free self-raising flour
  • ½ cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 large egg
  • 145g dairy free spread

Method

  1. Preheat your oven to 180˚C.
  2. Place the nuts in a food processor and blend until fine.
  3. Add all of the other ingredients and blend until well combined.
  4. Line a baking tray with greaseproof paper and, using a dessertspoon, spoon the mixture onto the tray.
  5. Place in your preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until springy to the touch and golden.
  6. Allow to cool on a wire rack.

Inspirations and Top Tips

  • You can add some cranberries, sultanas or orange zest to the mixture for extra sweetness
  • Use any nut oil, light olive oil or coconut oil in place of dairy free spread
  • Delicious served warm but can store in an air-tight container for up to 3 days

Dietary Requirements

Gluten Free  |  Dairy Free  |  Sugar Free  |  Yeast Free  |  Soy Free  |  Vegetarian

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