Gluten-Free Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies

1Preparation Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2Step 1 In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free flour (1 cup), almond flour (½ cup), baking soda (½ teaspoon), and salt (¼ teaspoon). Mix well.

3Step 2 In a separate bowl, mash the ripe bananas (2) until smooth. Add the melted coconut oil, (¼ cup) maple syrup (¼ cup), and vanilla extract (1 teaspoon). Stir until well combined.

4Step 3 Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a thick dough forms.

5Step 4 Fold in the dairy-free chocolate chips (½ cup) and chopped walnuts (¼ cup), if using.

6Step 5 Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

7Step 6 Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.

8Step 7 Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.