Bright, zesty, and chocolatey—these Gluten-Free Orange Chocolate Almond Cookies are a delicious twist on a classic treat! Made with wholesome ingredients like almond flour, coconut sugar, and fresh citrus, they’re naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan-friendly. A burst of orange zest and juice adds refreshing flavor, while PASCHA 55% Cacao Dark Chocolate Chips and Vegan White Chocolate Chips bring rich, indulgent sweetness.

Topped with thin slices of fresh mandarin or clementine and finished with a drizzle of melted chocolate, these cookies are as beautiful as they are flavorful—perfect for gifting, holiday trays, or an elevated everyday snack. They're soft, chewy, and packed with citrus-chocolate goodness in every bite.

Whether you're baking for a crowd or just treating yourself, these allergen-friendly cookies are a must-try for citrus and chocolate lovers alike!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups almond flour
• 1 cup gluten-free flour
• 2/3 cup coconut sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 cup coconut oil
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 2 tbsp orange zest
• 2 replacement eggs
• 1/3 cup PASCHA Chocolate Chips (We used 55% Cacao and Vegan White)
• 3 clementines or mandarin oranges

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 F. 
2. In a mixing bowl, add the almond flour, gluten-free flour, salt, baking powder, coconut sugar, orange zest, orange juice, and coconut oil. Mix well, until coconut oil is dispersed. Add the egg replacements and mix until a dough is formed. 
3. Roll into the desired size, and place on a parchment-lined cookie sheet.
4. Flatten each cookie with your hand, or with the bottom of a small cup.
5. Slice oranges into rounds as thinly as possible. Place rounds in the center of each cookie.
6. Bake cookies for about 15-20 minutes - until bottoms have browned. Remove from oven and allow to cool.
7. Melt PASCHA Chocolate Chips and pour a small amount into the center of each cookie. Allow to set or eat just as. If desired - sprinkle with coarse salt or coarse sugar. Enjoy!