Simple coconut-forward Christmas cookies with a dark chocolate coating; light on fat and easy to make for two people.

Ingredients

  • 80 g Chickpea Flour
  • 70 g Desiccated Unsweetened Coconut (cocos)
  • 30 g Rolled Oats, lightly ground (optional, for texture)
  • 30 ml Maple Syrup (about 2 tbsp)
  • 1 Large Egg
  • 2 tbsp Low-Fat Greek Yogurt
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • Pinch of Salt
  • 50 g Dark Chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
  • 1 tsp Coconut Oil (optional, for smoother melted chocolate)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together chickpea flour, desiccated coconut, ground oats, cinnamon and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the egg, maple syrup, yogurt and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Add wet mixture to dry ingredients and stir until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. If too dry, add 1 tsp water; if too wet, add 1 tbsp chickpea flour.
  5. Form about 12 small rounds (approx 20–25 g each) and place on the prepared baking sheet, flattening gently with your fingers to cookie thickness.
  6. Bake 12–15 minutes, until edges are lightly golden. Remove and cool completely on a rack.
  7. Break or chop dark chocolate and melt gently in a bowl over simmering water or short bursts in a microwave. Stir in the coconut oil if using for glossy chocolate.
  8. Dip each cookie halfway into the melted chocolate or spread a thin layer on top. Place back on parchment and let chocolate set (room temperature or 10–15 minutes in refrigerator).
  9. Serve at room temperature. Store airtight in the refrigerator up to 5 days.

Notes

  • Chickpea flour gives a slightly nutty flavor; the coconut and cinnamon balance it to a festive profile.
  • To reduce sugar further, use a dark chocolate with higher cocoa and less added sugar, and reduce maple syrup to 1 tbsp, adjusting moisture with a tsp of yogurt or water.
  • For a decorative Christmas touch, dust lightly with a small pinch of powdered sugar or top a few with a tiny cranberry before the chocolate sets.

Calories estimate

  • Total batch ≈ 1,380 kcal.
  • Per person (half batch) ≈ 690 kcal (about 6 cookies each).