Gluten Free Peppermint Chocolate Bliss Cookies

These Gluten Free Peppermint Chocolate Bliss Cookies with Cacao Bliss are a delicious and healthy holiday treat! Thick & soft chocolate cookies with no refined sugar dipped in chocolate then sprinkled with crushed peppermint candy. The cookies are made with Cacao Bliss cocoa powder which includes 10 superfoods! This post is sponsored by Earth Echo. All opinions are mine alone. #earthecho #cacaobliss

Looking for more classic Christmas cookies to spread some holiday cheer? There are lots of gluten free baking recipes on my website. If you're on a gluten free diet, here are a few options to fill your holiday cookie tray: Gluten Free Snickerdoodle Cookies, Gluten Free Red Velvet Blossoms, and Raspberry Almond Linzer Cookies (Gluten Free).

What is Cacao Bliss?

• Cacao Bliss is an indulgent chocolate made from sun-kissed cacao beans and a blend of power-packed ancient superfoods.

• It's 100% organic, low carb, zero white sugar, keto friendly.

• It is great for creating drinks (hot or cold), and as a base for healthy baking.

• When mixed into warm or cold drinks, smoothies, or even baked goods, it's the perfect way to demonstrate self-love and fuel your body with powerful superfoods that keep you healthy, trim, and energized.

Why I love these gluten-free peppermint cookies

• Super easy to make and perfect for your holiday cookie swap! Sure to be your new favorite holiday cookies!

• These melt-in-your-mouth, deliciously chocolatey cookies with candy cane pieces have just the right amount of peppermint flavor!

• They're made with Cacao Bliss cocoa powder so these cookies pack a healthy punch as well as being delicious! You can find Cacao Bliss online. Use code LISE for 15% off!

• Combining the classic combination of chocolate and peppermint, they are perfect for your festive baking and for the chocolate lover in your life!

• This easy recipe is gluten free, and can be sugar free too … making it a festive treat that almost anyone can enjoy! The perfect holiday cookie!

What you need

Ingredient notes

• Cacao Bliss - Instead of unsweetened cocoa powder, I used Cacao Bliss for this recipe. You can find Cacao Bliss online and use the discount code LISE to receive 15% off your purchase.

• Butter or coconut oil - You can use either in this recipe. Same amount whether you use unsalted butter or coconut oil. If you use coconut oil, you will need to melt it first.

• Coconut Sugar - I used coconut sugar because it's a healthier choice and a good substitute for cane sugar. It's similar in taste to brown sugar. If you prefer using real brown sugar, feel free to substitute it using the same amount.

• Gluten Free Flour - Store bought gluten free flour such as King Arthur Gluten Free Flour works great. You could also use my Favorite Homemade Gluten Free Flour Blend for these cookies. Substitute all purpose flour if you don't want them to be gluten free.

How to make gluten-free chocolate peppermint cookies

1) Preheat oven to 375°F. Cream the butter and coconut sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer. Add the Cacao Bliss, baking soda and salt. Beat until completely combined. Add egg and vanilla extract. Beat until combined. Add flour, beat until combined. Finally, stir in the ½ cup of the chocolate chips, melted in microwave according to package instructions.

2) Scoop cookie dough into 1" balls and place on parchment lined baking sheets. If dough is too soft, refrigerate it for about 30 minutes. Once you've scooped the balls onto the pan, use the palm of your hand to flatten slightly.

3) Bake cookies in preheated oven for 8 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool cookie sheet.

4) Meanwhile, melt the remaining ½ cup of chocolate chips in the microwave. Dunk each cookie in the chocolate, covering half of the cookie and place on parchment paper. Sprinkle with crushed candy canes or peppermint candies. Let set and serve. If you want the chocolate to harden quicker, place in the refrigerator for about an hour. Scroll down for the full chocolate peppermint cookie recipe.

Expert Tips

• Best way to Crush Candy Canes - Place candy canes or peppermint candy in a plastic bag and seal it closed. Pound with a rolling pin until candy canes are crushed to desired size.

• Extra Peppermint Flavor - Add 1 teaspoon peppermint extract to the cookie batter if you want some extra peppermint flavor in your cookies.

• Make it Sugar Free - If you want to make the recipe sugar free, use sugar free chocolate and sugar free candy canes.

• Storage Tips - Store cookies in an air tight container at room temperature. They will stay good for up to 5 days. You can also freeze them, but keep in mind the the chocolate might look less shiny. They will still be good to eat. Freeze up to a month.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Cacao Bliss healthier than regular cocoa? 10 Powerful Superfoods In 1 including raw cacao, turmeric, black pepper, MCT powder, cinnamon, monk fruit, coconut nectar, lucuma, mesquite, and Himalayan salt. It's a delicious, guilt free chocolate perfect for all your favorite recipes during the holiday season.

Where can I buy Cacao Bliss? Find Cacao Bliss online and use the discount code LISE to receive 15% off your purchase.

Can I substitute dark chocolate chips? Yes, dark chocolate chips will also work very well with these festive Christmas cookies.

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