Zen Basil Cookie Dough

Ingredients:

2 Coconut Zen Basil Hydrates

1 cup blanched almond flour

1 1/2 Tbsp coconut flour

3 Tbsp coconut oil melted

1 tsp vanilla extract 

3 Tbsp almond milk

1/8 tsp fine grain sea salt

Optional: 1/2 cup sugar-free chocolate chips

Process:

In a mixing bowl, add 2 Coconut Zen Basil Hydrates, almond flour, coconut flour, coconut oil, vanilla extract, almond milk, salt, and mix well. The Zen Hydrates will give it the sweetness without using any sugar or sugar alcohol, just all natural monk fruit. Optional: Add some sugar-free chocolate chips if you like.

You can enjoy it immediately or place in the fridge for 30 minutes if you want it more solid!

Zen Basil Seed Cookies

Made by Tanya Zuckerbrot

Ingredients:

1 Tbsp Zen Basil Seeds

1 Egg

½ cup unsweetened apple sauce

1 Tbsp coconut oil

2 scoops 20/20 vanilla protein powder

½ cup almond flour

1 tsp baking powder

1 tsp cinnamon

1 tsp vanilla extract

Process:

Preheat the oven to 350F. Line a pan with parchment paper and coat with nonstick cooking spray, then set aside. In a bowl, mix your egg, applesauce, and coconut oil. Then add your 20/20 protein powder, Zen Basil seeds, almond flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Mix well until the combined batter is formed. Now spoon the batter onto your cookie sheet and space each 1 inch apart. The batter should yield 12 cookies. Place the cookies in the oven and bake for 12 minutes. Then let it cool for a few minutes, and enjoy! 

Zen Basil Seeds Cookie Dough

Ingredients:

1 Tbsp Zen Basil Seeds

1 package frozen riced cauliflower

1.5 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk

2 Tbsp ground flaxseed meal

2 Tbsp cinnamon

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp almond extract

1 Tbsp Bhu Keto Cookie Dough

1 Tbsp Lily’s Chocolate Chips

Process:

In a small pot on low heat, add frozen riced cauliflower, vanilla almond milk, Zen Basil Seeds, flaxseed meal, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Stir everything together and cook on low heat until it starts to become thick. For the cookie dough topping, microwave the cookie dough for 25 seconds. Break it up and put on top of oatmeal. Add your chocolate chips and whip cream if you want. Enjoy!

Zen Basil Seed Frosted Cookie

Ingredients:

1 ¾ cups almond flour

¾ cup butter (softened)

¼ cup Zen Basil Seeds

½ cup sweetener of your choice (e.g., coconut sugar, maple syrup, or a sugar substitute)

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon baking soda

Optional: sprinkles (for decorating)

Ingredients for Frosting

4 oz cream cheese (softened, preferably low-fat or a dairy-free alternative)

2 tablespoons coconut oil (softened)

2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1-2 tablespoons milk (or a milk substitute, adjust for consistency)

Instructions:

Cookies:

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Prepare the Dough:

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sweetener until smooth and well combined.

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Stir in the vanilla extract.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond flour, Zen Basil Seeds, and baking soda.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms.

Shape the Cookies:

Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them a few inches apart.

Flatten each cookie slightly with your hand or the back of a spoon.

Bake:

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

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

Frosting:

Blend Ingredients:

In a mixing bowl, blend together the softened cream cheese and coconut oil until smooth.

Add the maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract, and continue to mix until well combined.

Gradually add milk, one tablespoon at a time, to reach the desired consistency. The frosting should be thick but spreadable.

Frost the Cookies:

Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread a generous amount of frosting on top of each one.

If desired, add sprinkles for decoration.

Serve and Enjoy:

Enjoy these delicious, high-fiber, and gut-friendly cookies with a cream cheese frosting! Perfect for a guilt-free treat.