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Chocolate Cauliflower Protein Cookies

Published on January 4, 2018 Updated on September 20, 2019 By Gunjan 24 Comments

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A front view of the stack of Chocolate Cauliflower Protein Cookies Chocolate Cauliflower Protein Cookies are absolutely flourless, nut free, oil free and one of the healthiest desserts you can ever imagine. The most important thing is that it’s Yashvi approved 🙂 . It is chocolaty and so desirable that no one can ever find out the hidden veggie in it. It’s high in protein and loaded with superfoods. These cookies are my little one’s favorite.

I have been working on this recipe for a while now. It was definitely a task to practically implement my idea on the table. Cauliflower by nature releases quite a bit of water. So I had to work on the binding part quite diligently. I wanted to create these cookies nut free so that Yashvi happily takes them to school. Also, I wanted to make these flourless so as to keep the carbohydrate levels to the minimum. For sweetener, I definitely used 100% pure maple syrup. I insist on using pure food substances. However, making these cookies was fun and enjoyable. I especially enjoyed seeing Yashvi devouring these Chocolate Cauliflower Protein Cookies as an after school snack.

Lots of chocolate cauliflower protein cookies are shown on a white square plate with choclate chips on the top and hemp sees sprinkled all over the cookies | kiipfit.com

These cookies are low in calories and are soft, moist and melt in mouth dessert. Basically it is almost cake like cookies which you may enjoy with a fork as well. I cannot believe we have entered into the New Year 2018 and already so much is happening. This month I am focusing on high protein vegan recipes because as I had mentioned in my earlier post I changed my diet. It is working very well for me. I have a lot more stamina and within my calorie goals without even starving. These cookies however, have become my staple for snacks. You may enjoy them as breakfast cookies as well.

Steamed cauliflower florets are shown in a steamer basket placed inside a saucepan

For this, I steamed cauliflower florets so as to do away with the raw taste of it. Also, it requires a little gentle handling post baking. Also, once you take the tray out you may smell a lot of cauliflower but that is normal. Don’t worry about it. I guarantee you won’t taste cauliflower at all. Otherwise it’s amazingly delicious and super healthy. The melted chocolate chips along with unsweetened cocoa powder makes you feel as if you are eating a baked double chocolate dessert. The best part is that its guilt free and nutritious along with being protein and fiber rich.

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Chocolate Cauliflower Protein Cookies are absolutely flourless, nut free, oil free and one of the healthiest desserts you can ever imagine [ vegan + gf + paleo ] kiipfit.com
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Chocolate Cauliflower Protein Cookies

Chocolate Cauliflower Protein Cookies are absolutely flourless, nut free, oil free and one of the healthiest desserts you can ever imagine. Its soft, moist, chewy and almost cake like dessert.  
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time35 mins
Total Time45 mins
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: glutenfree, paleo, vegan
Keyword: cauliflower cookies, chocolate cookies, glutenfree chocolate cookies, protein cookies recipe, vegan chocolate cookies
Servings: 11
Calories: 92kcal
Author: Gunjan

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cauliflower florets
  • 1/4 cup whole ground flax meal
  • 1/2 cup hemp seeds
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup 100% pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup vegan chocolate chips

Instructions

  • In your sauce pan boil water. Then, place cauliflower florets in your steamer basket and put it in the saucepan. Then, cover and let it steam for a few minutes or until cauliflower softens.
  • Thereafter, take out the steamer basket from the boiling water and let cauliflower florets cool down completely.
  • In the meanwhile preheat oven at 375 degree Fahrenheit and prepare a cookie sheet with a greased parchment paper.
  • Now, in your food processor combine all the ingredients including the steamed cauliflower.
  • Then, process it for few seconds until well combined. (Do not over grind the batter).
  • Lastly, fold in chocolate chips.
  • Now, with a cookie scoop place the cookies on the prepared cookie sheet with ¼ inch gap between each cookie.
  • Then, place the cookie sheet in the middle rack of the oven and let it bake for 35 minutes.
  • Take out the cookie sheet and let it cool completely. (The cooling may take about 20 minutes). If not cooled properly the cookies may crumble.
  • Lastly, with the help of a spatula ease out the cookies from the cookie sheet and place them on a plate or storage box. Just make sure to place the baked cookies separately so they don’t stick together. 

Notes

  • These cookies are soft cake like texture. Therefore, handle these cookies with spatula and enjoy with a spoon/fork. If picking up with hands, be gentler.
  • Make sure to completely cool down the cookies before easing them out from the cookie sheet.
  • When you bite on the cookies the inside may look slightly wet but that is normal. It won’t taste raw and have delicious chocolatey flavor.
  • Feel free to store these cookies in the refrigerator in an air tight container for 2-3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 92kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 58mg | Potassium: 107mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 45IU | Vitamin C: 8.7mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 1.7mg

 

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Filed Under: Dairy Free, Dessert, Gluten Free, Paleo, Recipes, Snacks, Special Diet, Vegan

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Comments

  1. Megan says

    October 27, 2019 at 3:54 pm

    I am so excited to try these. I use every opportunity to have more veggies in my little girl’s diet. Thank you so much!

    Reply
    • Gunjan says

      October 28, 2019 at 7:36 am

      Thank you Megan. I hope you all enjoy these.

      Reply
  2. Chas says

    November 25, 2018 at 5:05 pm

    Thank you for providing this recipe. The first time I tried it I did it with out the chocolate chips to try to cut the sugar down even more. I also used surgar free syrup. The cookies turned out great but had a distinct taste of cauliflower. I am trying again tonight and following your recipe this time. Wish me luck.

    Reply
  3. Dee says

    September 30, 2018 at 3:20 pm

    I am diabetic can’t use the make syrup. Can I use Splenda instead?

    Reply
    • Gunjan says

      December 10, 2018 at 2:25 pm

      Yes, but you may have to adjust the measurement of splenda as per your taste since I have not personally tried it with splenda.

      Reply
  4. Donna says

    April 20, 2018 at 11:36 pm

    If I use the rice cauliflower, how much would I use?

    Reply
    • Gunjan says

      April 22, 2018 at 5:28 pm

      I think about 2 cups because if I grind cauliflower florets the quantity would come out to be almost the same.

      Reply
  5. Amber says

    February 11, 2018 at 2:18 am

    I am definitely interested in trying these! Fighting systemic candida I am unsure about the maple syrup. It seems I do better with raw honey. Thanks for sharing! Glad to havd discovered your blog!

    Reply
  6. Lindsay says

    February 6, 2018 at 8:37 pm

    This recipe looks so good! I’m a dietitian that loves to sneak in veggies where they’re least expected (: I don’t have hemp hearts, but I’m afraid if I substitute something like chia seeds I’d need to add more liquid. Do you think I could sub in almond meal? Thanks!

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    • Gunjan says

      February 7, 2018 at 5:23 pm

      Hello Lindsay, thank you for visiting my blog. If you plan to use chia seeds then I will definitely recommend adding some almond meal as well. Cauliflower in itself releases quite a bit of water and the binding might be an issue. Also, when you use almond meal along with chia you may have to adjust the sweetener accordingly. Hope you enjoy these cookies.

      Reply
  7. Kaylie | Healthy Hacks says

    January 12, 2018 at 12:03 am

    Based on these ingredients, I feel like it would finally be ok to eat cookies for dinner! They look delicious!

    Reply
  8. Irina says

    January 8, 2018 at 11:09 am

    5 stars
    OMG! You made cookies from cauliflower! This is really interesting! YOur cookies are looking so perfect and yummy! Why shouldn’t I try one??? Thanks Gunjan for sharing this amazing recipe. I am gonna try it no doubt and let you know!

    Reply
  9. Stephanie says

    January 6, 2018 at 4:15 am

    5 stars
    Wow! Such a unique and interesting recipe. Looks delicious!

    Reply
  10. Cassidy says

    January 5, 2018 at 8:49 pm

    Wow, definitely a unique combo of ingredients, but it does sound yummy!

    Reply
  11. Valerie Z says

    January 5, 2018 at 1:35 pm

    So clever to sneak that cauliflower in there! And I love that now its gluten-free, vegan and no refined sugar- everyone can eat them!

    Reply
    • Gunjan says

      January 5, 2018 at 2:44 pm

      hahaha! Thank you Valerie. It was a task for sure to practically bring this recipe on table.

      Reply
  12. Nicole says

    January 4, 2018 at 10:17 pm

    Sneaky vegetable desserts are always a win! Love that they’re flour-less too.

    Reply
    • Gunjan says

      January 5, 2018 at 1:07 am

      I totally agree! Now, my little one eats cauliflower without her even knowing it. 🙂

      Reply
  13. Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

    January 5, 2018 at 5:09 am

    These sound so interesting! I always love a healthy cookie!

    Reply
    • Gunjan says

      January 5, 2018 at 2:45 pm

      Thank you Marlynn.

      Reply
  14. Jenni says

    January 5, 2018 at 2:58 am

    What a clever way to add more veggies into your diet! I bet kids love these.

    Reply
    • Gunjan says

      January 5, 2018 at 2:44 pm

      My daughter loves these cookies.

      Reply
  15. Marly says

    January 4, 2018 at 9:51 pm

    5 stars
    Wow, it’s just so hard to imagine cauliflower in a cookie! But, it looks so good, so it must work! ❤️

    Reply
    • Gunjan says

      January 4, 2018 at 10:03 pm

      Yes indeed. Its a must try! Its absolutely a unique recipe and moreover its kid friendly.

      Reply

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