Ingredients:
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1 Egg
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1/3 cup Ghee (melted, cooled)
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1/3 cup Coconut Sugar
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1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
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1/2 cup All Natural Peanut Butter (smooth and drippy)
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3/4 cup Almond Flour
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1/4 cup Tapioca Flour
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1/2 tsp Baking Soda
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1/4 tsp Sea Salt
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1/3 cup Dark Chocolate Chips
Steps:
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Preheat the oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and grease a cast-iron skillet.
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Add the egg(s), ghee, sugar and vanilla to a large bowl. Mix very well with a whisk until smooth. Add the peanut butter and mix again to combine.
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Add the almond flour, tapioca flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir with a spatula to combine until no flour lumps remain. Fold in the chocolate chips.
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Pour into the prepared skillet, pressing down with a spatula until even. Transfer to the oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through. Let cool for five to ten minutes in the pan for a soft cookie, or let it cool completely for a firmer cookie. Enjoy!
Notes:
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Leftovers: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. Refrigerate or freeze if longer.
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Serving Size: An 8-inch skillet was used to make six servings.
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Nut Free: Use tahini or sunflower seed butter
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No peanut butter: Use almond butter or cashew butter.
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Additional Toppings: Top with coarse sea salt right after baking
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 436
Protein 10g
Sugar 17g
Fiber 3g
Carbs 27g
Fat 33g
Healthy Insights:
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Heart Health
The monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats in this recipe, primarily from the peanut butter and almond flour, can help to lower bad cholesterol levels and increase good cholesterol levels. This can contribute to a healthier heart and lower risk of heart disease.
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Bone Health
The recipe contains ingredients like almond flour and dark chocolate chips that are good sources of calcium and magnesium. These minerals are essential for bone health, helping to build and maintain strong bones.
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Energy Boost
The carbohydrates in this recipe, from ingredients like tapioca flour and coconut sugar, provide the body with energy. The protein from the egg and peanut butter also contributes to this energy boost, while helping to build and repair tissues.