Dairy-Free Coconut Flour Cookie Dough, Vegan, Paleo & GF

This Dairy-Free Coconut Flour Cookie Dough is a decadent, paleo-friendly, vegan and gluten-free edible cookie dough packed with coconut flavor. It’s an easy no-bake treat made with almond and coconut flours, naturally sweetened with maple syrup, and studded with vegan chocolate — perfect for when you want a healthy, scoopable cookie dough without dairy or grains.

I used to avoid coconut, but since I started baking more vegan and paleo recipes I discovered how well coconut pairs with chocolate. Coconut flour and shredded coconut give this edible cookie dough a pleasant, toasty coconut note while almond flour provides the rich, cookie-like base. The result is a soft, scoopable cookie dough that tastes indulgent but is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free.

How to Make this Dairy-Free Coconut Flour Cookie Dough Recipe

This recipe is incredibly simple and quick to prepare — no oven required. Combine the dry flours and shredded coconut, add the maple syrup, melted coconut oil and vanilla, then stir until everything comes together into a cohesive, scoopable dough. Fold in the chocolate chips and enjoy immediately. The texture is soft and rich, perfect for eating straight from the bowl or portioning into scoops for a quick snack.

Substitution Notes for Healthy Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough

Almond flour & coconut flour: These two flours provide the texture and coconut flavor unique to this recipe. I don’t recommend swapping them for each other. If you need an oat-based version, choose a recipe specifically developed for oat flour.
Maple syrup: You can substitute another liquid sweetener, but sweetness and texture may vary.
Coconut oil: Melted dairy-free butter is the closest alternative if you prefer not to use coconut oil.

How to Store Edible Paleo Vegan Cookie Dough

This cookie dough stays soft for days when stored properly. Transfer it to an airtight container and keep it at room temperature in a cool, dark place — avoid direct sunlight and heat. Chilling the dough will cause it to firm up considerably, so I recommend keeping it at room temperature if you want a scoopable consistency. Stored this way, it will remain soft for up to one week.

Tools to Make Edible Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough

Simple kitchen tools are all you need: a medium mixing bowl, a spoon or spatula for stirring and folding, and a cookie scoop if you want uniform portions. A rubber spatula helps fold the dough into a smooth, cohesive texture.

Recipe

Ingredients

1 2/3 cups finely ground blanched almond flour
2 tablespoons coconut flour
3 tablespoons shredded coconut (small flakes)
3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
3 tablespoons melted coconut oil
1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
3 tablespoons vegan mini chocolate chips or chopped paleo vegan chocolate

Instructions

In a medium bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour and shredded coconut.
Add the maple syrup, melted coconut oil and vanilla. Stir with a spoon until the mixture thickens and becomes cohesive. Use a rubber spatula to fold and press the dough together if needed.
Fold in the chocolate chips, then scoop and serve immediately. Enjoy as a scoopable edible cookie dough or portion into small bites.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. The dough remains soft for several days when kept away from heat.
Nutrition information is an estimate and will vary by brand and portion size.

Nutrition (approximate per serving)

Serving: 1 scoop
Calories: 122 kcal
Carbohydrates: 7 g
Protein: 3 g
Fat: 10 g
Sodium: 1 mg
Sugar: 4 g

Whether you’re following a vegan, paleo, or gluten-free diet — or simply want a healthier, no-bake dessert — this coconut-forward cookie dough delivers on flavor and ease. Chocolate and coconut are a classic pairing that turns a few pantry staples into an indulgent, scoopable treat. If you give it a try, enjoy every bite!

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