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Chocolate Chip Caramel Cookies (Gluten free & Paleo)

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Servings 12 cookies
Calories 407
Author Michelle

Ingredients

For the caramels (optional... you can also use storebought like this)

For the cookies

Instructions

For the caramels

  • Line an 8x8" baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease.
  • Combine all of the ingredients (reserving the salt) in a pot set to medium heat. Bring to a boil and reduce to a medium simmer, stirring often. Simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the mixture is thick (not liquidy) and coats the back of a spoon very well.
  • Pour into mixture in the baking dish and top with salt. Set in the fridge for 2-3 hours or until fully set.
  • Carefully slice into small squares and keep stored in the fridge.

For the cookies

  • Preheat the oven to 350 F and line a baking sheet with greased parchment paper.
  • Using a large mixing bowl, combine the flax and water and stir to combine. Allow to sit for 5 minutes.
  • Add the ghee, maple syrup, and vanilla to the bowl and stir to combine.
  • Add the almond flour, arrowroot, and baking soda and stir until a dough forms.
  • Fold in the caramels and chocolate chips into the dough.
  • Scoop the dough onto the baking sheet and lightly flatten. You should have a dozen cookies.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes or until golden brown and baked through. Transfer to a cooling rack and serve topped with salt to taste.
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Notes

  • Homemade caramels are optional. You can also use storebought like these.
  • You will have leftover caramels if you make homemade caramels. Keep them in the fridge or freeze to last longer.
  • All nutrition facts are estimated and will vary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 407kcal | Carbohydrates: 44.5g | Protein: 3.6g | Fat: 18.7g | Fiber: 1g