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Mediterranean Meatballs with Yogurt Sauce

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  • Author: Emma Delaney
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes (including chilling)
  • Yield: 1012 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Crunchy oat cookies topped with rich dark chocolate almond clusters—each bite delivers a satisfying snap, creamy melt, and nutty crunch, perfect for a decadent yet wholesome treat.


Ingredients

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  • For the cookie base:
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/3 cup melted coconut oil
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the chocolate almond topping:
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1/2 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 3/4 cup sliced almonds
  • 1/4 cup chopped roasted almonds (optional, for extra crunch)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, combine oats, almond flour, sugar, salt, and baking soda. Stir in melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla until dough forms.
  3. Scoop and press dough into round cookie shapes (about 2 1/2 inches wide). Place on baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden. Cool completely on a wire rack.
  5. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in 20-second bursts, stirring between until smooth.
  6. Stir sliced almonds (and chopped almonds if using) into melted chocolate.
  7. Spoon chocolate-almond mixture on top of each cookie. Chill in the refrigerator until set (about 20–30 minutes).
  8. Store in an airtight container in a cool place or fridge.

Notes

  • Use dairy-free chocolate chips to keep the recipe vegan.
  • Toasted almonds add extra depth of flavor to the topping.
  • Cookies can be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw before serving.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg