Are you ready to indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience this Christmas? Our triple Chocolate Gluten-Free Cookies are here to satisfy your sweet cravings while catering to gluten sensitivities.
These mouthwatering cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy night by the fireplace. Let’s dive into the recipe and spread some chocolatey holiday cheer!
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So let’s begin with this Triple Chocolate Christmas Cookies recipe.
Ingredients for our Triple Chocolate Gluten-Free Cookies:
Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour
Gluten-free flour is suitable for individuals with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease. It allows those with dietary restrictions to enjoy baked goods without discomfort.
Ensure that the gluten-free flour mix you use is well-balanced and appropriate for baking. Some blends may require additional binding agents like xanthan gum.
Unsweetened Cocoa Powder:
Unsweetened cocoa powder is rich in antioxidants and may have health benefits, such as improving heart health and reducing inflammation.
Choose high-quality, unsweetened cocoa powder to enhance the chocolate flavor in your cookies. It’s important not to confuse it with sweetened cocoa mixes.
Almond Flour:
Almond flour is a gluten-free, nutrient-dense option that adds healthy fats, protein, and a subtle nutty flavor to your cookies.
Store almond flour in the refrigerator or freezer to maintain its freshness. It tends to spoil more quickly than wheat flour.
Tapioca Flour:
Tapioca flour can add a pleasant chewiness to gluten-free baked goods and acts as a thickening agent. It’s naturally gluten-free.
Use tapioca flour in combination with other gluten-free flour for best results. It can help improve the texture of gluten-free recipes.
Baking Powder:
Baking powder is a leavening agent that helps your cookies rise and become light and fluffy.
Check the expiration date on your baking powder to ensure it’s active. Too much or too little can affect the texture of your cookies.
Baking Soda :
Baking soda also helps with leavening and contributes to the cookies’ tenderness.
Baking soda requires an acid to activate it properly. In this recipe, the brown sugar and cocoa powder provide the necessary acidity.
Salt:
Salt enhances the flavor of your cookies and helps balance the sweetness.
Use the recommended amount of salt, as it can significantly affect the taste. Sea salt or kosher salt can add a nice texture and flavor.
Unsalted Butter, Softened:
Butter adds moisture, flavor, and a tender texture to the cookies. Soften the butter at room temperature for best results. Creaming it with sugars helps create a light and fluffy cookie texture.
Granulated Sugar and Brown Sugar:
Sugar adds sweetness and moisture to the cookies while contributing to their texture. Creaming the sugars with the butter properly is essential for a well-textured cookie. Brown sugar adds a subtle caramel flavor.
Large Egg:
Eggs act as binders and provide structure to the cookies, along with moisture and protein. Use eggs at room temperature for better incorporation into the dough.
Pure Vanilla Extract:
Vanilla extract enhances the flavor of your cookies with a pleasant, aromatic note. Choose pure vanilla extract for the best flavor. A little goes a long way, so use it sparingly.
Dark Chocolate Chips, White Chocolate Chips, and Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chunks:
Dark chocolate contains antioxidants, while all chocolate types add a delightful sweetness and texture.
Mix and match chocolate types for a diverse flavor profile in your cookies. Ensure they are gluten-free if following a gluten-free recipe.
Delicious Triple Chocolate Gluten-Free Cookies Recipe
Ingredients
For the dry ingredients:
- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup tapioca flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the wet ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened (or dairy-free butter for a vegan option)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar for a healthier option
- 1 large egg or flax egg for a vegan option – 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
For the mix-ins:
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips choose gluten-free
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips choose gluten-free
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chunks choose gluten-free
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: gluten-free all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, almond flour, tapioca flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg (or flax egg) and vanilla extract to the wet ingredients, and mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft cookie dough forms.
- Gently fold in the three types of chocolate chips: dark, white, and semi-sweet. This will create a delightful triple chocolate experience.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set, but the centers are still soft.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, your triple chocolate Christmas gluten-free cookies are ready to be enjoyed. They’re a chocolate lover’s dream and a perfect addition to your holiday dessert spread.
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There you have it – our Triple Chocolate Gluten-Free Cookies! These cookies are sure to become a holiday favorite. Whatever you’re celebrating, these treats will be a hit. Share this recipe with your loved ones, and let the holiday baking begin!
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21 thoughts on “Delicious Triple Chocolate Gluten-Free Cookies Recipe”
These look so good! The more chocolate the better 🙂
ELizabeth! I know right? thanks for stopping by!
You had me at TRIPLE chocolate — omg these are so good!
Sheila!! thanks for stopping by!
These look fab!
Thank you so much Grace!
Delicious and gluten-free?!! What a tasty recipe!
Hey Jenn! yes these are so tasty and being gluten free is a big bonus!
These are going in a care package today for my son’s friend who follows a gluten-free diet. We loved them and I know she will too.
Hey Ellen, I am glad you made these for you son’s friend! let me know how it went!
Made these for a cookie exchange this weekend, where several are GF and everyone raved and asked, no begged for the recipe!
Kathleen! Thank you soo much I’m glad you made these and liked them!
Thank you for this recipe! I love having a gluten-free option for my dessert table.
Hey Nikki! Thank you me too!
I just love the three separate types of chocolate in this cookie recipe. SO festive and so tasty for sharing this season!
I agree with you Erin these are so festive, thank you for stopping by!
I have several family members who are gluten sensitive, and they were SO happy when I made these cookies for a party. Everyone loved them, especially the combination of three kinds of chocolate. YUM!
I love having a GF option during the holidays! These are a keeper!
I say the more the chocolate, the merrier the Christmas 🙂 seriously, this batch did not last long – guess will have to make another for Christmas!
Thanks for this recipe! I have a friend who can’t eat gluten and always is sad to not participate in cookie swaps. She was thrilled to get a box of these cookies!
Okay, I am obsessed with anything chocolate and I cannot wait to try making this amazing cookie recipe. Thank you for being a part of The Sweetest Season this year, Gaila.