Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies

These better-for-you chocolate chip cookies are made with wholesome, hormone-supportive ingredients, perfect for those who want to satisfy their sweet tooth without the crash. Packed with healthy fats, protein, and naturally low-glycemic sweeteners, they’re ideal for supporting stable energy, mood, and blood sugar, all crucial for hormonal harmony.

Why They’re Good for Women’s Hormone Health:

• Almond flour is rich in vitamin E, magnesium, and plant-based protein, nutrients that support insulin sensitivity and reduce inflammation, both essential for balanced hormones.

• Eggs and egg whites offer bioavailable protein and choline, supporting reproductive function and liver detoxification — key for processing excess estrogen.

• Maple syrup, a natural sweetener, has a lower glycemic index than refined sugar, helping to avoid blood sugar spikes and mood swings.

• Dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants and magnesium, which may reduce PMS symptoms and boost serotonin levels.

Ingredients:

• ¼ cup avocado oil

• ¼ cup maple syrup 

• 1 large egg 

• 2 egg whites

• 1 tsp vanilla extract 

• 3 cups natural almond flour or blanched almond meal 

• 1 tsp baking soda

• ½ tsp sea salt

• 1 cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. In a medium bowl, mix almond flour, baking soda, and sea salt. Set aside.

3. In another bowl, combine avocado oil and maple syrup. Mix until creamy, about 5 minutes.

4. Add the egg, egg whites, and optional extracts. Mix for 2 more minutes until smooth.

5. Slowly add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

6. Fold in dark chocolate chips

7. Scoop large tablespoons of dough onto your baking sheets, spacing them 1 inch apart. Flatten slightly to about 1-inch thick.

8. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until set and golden around the edges.

9. Let cool slightly before enjoying warm or storing for later.

Wellness Cami Tip:

Enjoy these in the follicular phase (day 1–14 of your cycle) when your energy rises and your body benefits from nutrient-dense carbs, healthy fats, and antioxidant-rich treats.