These Keto Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies are gluten free and dairy free which is perfect for a low carb or Paleo dieter. They are easy to make and the Vital Proteins Gelatin gives them have a little extra bite that makes them unforgettable. I baked these as a dessert for a family barbecue and my family who eats gluten free and mostly keto, all went crazy over the taste of these chewy cookies. The yummy texture  comes from using a little bit of grass fed gelatin. These keto chewy chocolate chip cookies have many health benefits because they are low carb and sugar free with lots of healthy fats and antioxidants from dark chocolate. One thing many people may not realize is that gelatin from pastured, grass fed animals is a missing ingredient in the Western Diet because so many people eat a vegetarian meals or only eat boneless skinless meat such as chicken breast. As a nutrition consultant it is a pet peeve of mine to see so many Americans missing the crucial components found in gelatin which are building blocks for a strong immune system, as well as gut and skin health. The best way to get it is to make pastured chicken or beef broth but many people don’t have time to do this laborious process. A shortcut is to keep Vital Proteins Gelatin and Collagen on hand for using in recipes such as these Keto Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies, I like to mix this into smoothies or coffee for a boost in energy and nutrition that you can see and feel. Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Yield: 12-15 cookies 3 eggs (order here) 1⁄2 cup palm shortening or coconut oil (order here) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (order here) 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (order here) 3⁄4 cup birch xylitol or Swerve or 2 teaspoon stevia powder extract (Or 3/4 cup coconut sugar for Paleo order here) 1/4 cup coconut flour  1/2 teaspoon baking soda (order here) 2 tbsp Vital Proteins gelatin (order here) 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (order here) 1 cup almond flour 5 ounces 90% dark chocolate, chopped (order here) https://www.grassfedgirl.com/keto-chewy-chocolate-chip-cookies/

I grew up eating southern comfort food and battling the bulge. After college I lost 90 lbs on a low fat diet and cardio exercise. Inspired by my success, I wanted to help others and became a personal trainer for many years. On the outside I looked good but was battling sugar cravings and hunger. In 2010, after years of yo-yo dieting, I was diagnosed with Hashimotos thyroiditis an autoimmune disease where the body attacks its self. In addition to thyroid medication, I adopted a gluten free and Paleo diet that is higher in fat and lower in carbs which helped my energy, blood sugar and happy moods. Along my healing journey I started to become aware of chemicals in my home and personal care routine and I found natures answer: essential oils that helped me in so many ways physically and emotionally (learn more here). Caitlin Weeks is a certified nutrition consultant,  writer of Grassfedgirl.com and bestselling author of Mediterranean Paleo Cooking.  Easy Keto Lemon Custard

Peanuts have a mold called aflotoxin that has been studied as a possible carcinogen but darn they are so yummy! If you have a sensitivity or allergy to peanuts then this Keto Peanut Butter Cookie also works with almond butter. Peanuts are technically a legume that contain lectins and phytates and cause digestive irritation.Traditionally, people soaked and sprouted beans, nuts, and seeds to reduce hard to digestproperties but that has fallen out of fashion in our fast-paced culture.  You can easily soakyour peanut or almonds overnight then grind them to reduce anti-nutrients before making your own nut butters. Paleo “Peanut Butter” Cookie Low-Carb, Paleo, Gluten-Free, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Contains NutsPrep time: 10 minutesCooking time: 15 minutesServes: 6 (12-15 cookies) Ingredients: • 1 cup peanut butter or almond butter smooth or chunky• 2 eggs• 1⁄4 cup coconut flour• 1⁄2 teaspoon baking soda• 1⁄2 cup birch xylitol/ swerve or 2 teaspoon stevia powder extract• 1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla extract• 1⁄2 teaspoon sea salt Preparation and Instructions:1. Preheat the oven to 350° F.2. Mix the eggs and almond butter then sift in the coconut flour and baking soda.3. Next, mix in the xylitol, vanilla, and salt.4. When the mixture is well combined, spoon one-inch mounds onto a parchmentpaper covering a cookie sheet.5. Take a fork and press the down on the top of the dough to make an indention.6. Bake for 15 minutes. Nutritional Info: Per Serving: Serving size 76g; Serves 6; 327 Calories; 25.7g Fat (231 calories from fat);11.7g Protein; 13.5g Carbohydrate; 3.2g Dietary Fiber; 55mg Cholesterol; 320mgSodium. Grain-Free Sugar Free Living Cookbook, a collaboration with Caitlin Weeks and Dana Carpenter. Dana is the author of 20+ low-carb cookbooks including Fat Fast Cookbook. Together, we have used our expertise, creativity, and grain- and sugar-free knowledge to create this irresistible cookbook! Low Carb, Keto, Grain-Free Sugar-Free Living Cookbook Review and Giveaway Think you can’t have pancakes, brownies, pies or chocolate chip cookies on a low-carb, gluten-free diet? Think again! Whether you’re new to the low-carb, ketogenic lifestyle or you’re a long-time veteran; you’re going to love the 50+ new mouthwatering recipes in Grain-Free, Sugar-Free Living Cookbook . Some  of the amazing recipes included in this low-carb cookbook include:• Dairy-Free Frozen Mochaccino• Vanilla Toffee Coffee• Pecan Sandies• Coconut and Cinnamon Keto Fat Bombs• Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies• Peanut Butter Cookies• Macadamia Nut Biscotti• Crustless Coconut Pie• Strawberry Cheesecake Bars• Strawberry Shortcake• Hibiscus Finger Gelatin• Easy Vanilla Chia Pudding• Choco-Peanut Flourless Cake• Red Velvet Cupcakes• Key Lime Pie• Chocolate Mint Popsicles• Nacho Cheese Crackers• Pumpkin Pancakes• Pork Rind Pancakes• And many, many more! Low-Carb, Gluten-Free Recipes to Keep You In KetosisKetosis is the optimal metabolic state of utilizing fat for fuel instead of consuming starchy grains, sugars, and other carbohydrates that have negative side-effects when eaten in large quantities (as the USDA and a majority of nutritionally-misinformed doctors believe). Healthy Low-Carb, Gluten-Free IngredientsNot sure how to cook with stevia, xylitol, almond meal, or coconut flour? No problem! CarbSmart Grain-Free, Sugar-Free Living Cookbook gives you the information you need to use these […]