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Healthy Birthday Cake Cookies

These cookies are a delightful blend of cashew butter and almond flour, perfect for celebrations or as a guilt-free treat. Their vibrant sprinkles and rich flavors make them a favorite.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup cashew butter
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp almond extract
  • 2/3 cup almond flour, packed
  • 1/3 cup cane sugar or coconut sugar
  • 3 tbsp coconut flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles, plus more for decoration
  • 1/3 cup buttercream icing, optional (homemade or store-bought)

Instructions

  • Whisk together the egg, cashew butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and almond extract in a bowl.
  • Stir together almond flour, sugar, coconut flour, and baking soda in another bowl.
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients, mix until smooth.
  • Fold in rainbow sprinkles evenly.
  • Shape dough into balls and flatten on a lined baking sheet.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Bake for 10 minutes until lightly browned.
  • Cool on a rack before icing with optional buttercream.

Notes

Chill the batter for 30 minutes for a softer, cake-like texture.
Ensure the egg is at room temperature for best results.
Do not skip the sprinkles for the festive touch.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 4
  • Sodium: 50
  • Fat: 7
  • Saturated Fat: 2
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 10
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 4
  • Cholesterol: 20