"Salted chocolate olive oil with pistachios, this time
vegan."
Salted Dark Chocolate Olive Oil Cookies With Pistachios
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These chocolate olive oil cookies are rich, fudgy, and completely dairy-free! Made with Dutch-processed cocoa, dark chocolate chips, and crunchy pistachios, they have the perfect balance of deep chocolate flavor and a hint of salt. Plus, a flax seed mixture keeps these vegan cookies soft and chewy.
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Tips for the Best Chocolate Olive Oil Cookies
- Use Dutch-processed cocoa for a deep chocolate flavor and smooth texture.
- Chill the dough for 15 minutes if it feels too soft to roll.
- Swap pistachios for walnuts, pecans, or hazelnuts for a different crunch.
Prep time: 10mins
Cook time: 10mins
Serves or Makes: About 30 cookies
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ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 tablespoon ground flax seed
- 1/4 cup water
- 3/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup salted, roasted pistachios, chopped
- Flaky sea salt, for topping
Method
Step 1
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3
In another small bowl, combine ground flax seed and water. Let sit for 1 minute to thicken.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir in the flax mixture.
Step 5
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring until combined. Fold in chocolate chips and pistachios, being careful not to overmix.
Step 6
Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Sprinkle with sea salt.
Step 7
Bake for 10-11 minutes, until the tops crack slightly. Let cookies cool completely before enjoying.
Step 8
These fudgy chocolate cookies are perfect for gifting, meal prep, or a sweet treat with coffee. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.