These Fat-Burning Coconut Cookies Help Boost Your Metabolism And Are The Perfect Breakfast Snack

Sep 25, 2018

Who knew that cookies could actually be good for you? This recipe proves that not only does coconut make everything taste delicious but it is also a vital fat-burning ingredient that can transform your cookies into a healthy snack. Nutritional and holistically approved, this is a great snack to start your morning off with.

This recipe makes about 16 cookies.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 1/3 cups of shredded sweetened coconut flakes
• 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
• 1/2 cup protein powder of your choice
• 1/2 cup organic honey
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon of ground flaxseed
• 2 tablespoons of coconut oil
• 1/8 cup water

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 300 degrees.
2. Chop up your sunflower seeds into a fine texture. Use a blender or coffee grinder if you are inclined to make it perfect.
3. Beginning with the dry ingredients, combine all of the ingredients in a mixing bowl. If mixture remains too dry and crumbling, add a bit more water or oil. Don't overdo it or else you will ruin the texture of the cookies.
4. Scoop cookies on an ungreased baking tray. They should be about 1 inch in diameter.
5. Using your palm, gently press them into flat discs. About a half inch thick.
6. You should have about 16 cookies to make.
7. Bake in the oven for about 15 minutes or until the cookies develop a nice golden brown color.
8. Enjoy!

• If you don't like sunflower seeds, chopped pumpkin seeds or walnuts are also delicious and acceptable.
• If you prefer no seeds at all, simply add more coconut (about 2/3 cup more).
• Peanut butter flavored protein powder is a really perfect pairing for this recipe. However, unflavored protein powder will also work for these cookies.
• Want something extra? Try making coconut cookie sandwiches with a coconut whipped cream that is also healthy and great for your metabolism. Check out this paleo vegan coconut whipped cream recipe to get you started.

Yes, these cookies are good for you, but why?

The coconut and seeds make it a fiber-packed delight. Unlike most cookies which use butter and vegetable oil, coconut oil is a healthy fat that helps our bodies function better. Without refined sugar or corn syrup, honey and sweetened coconut flakes are a great sugar alternative that won't spike your blood sugar. Coconut flakes are the real winner in this recipe. They are the ingredient that most helps us burn fat and gives our bodies and brains an immediate energy boost.

If you try this recipe, let us know what you thought! Tell your friends about the experience and any alterations you decided to make to the recipe. We want to know your take on it!

Our content is created to the best of our knowledge, yet it is of general nature and cannot in any way substitute an individual consultation with your doctor. Your health is important to us!