Flourless Cranberry Chocolate Chia Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 medium ripe banana, mashed
• 1/2 cup creamy almond butter
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 2 tablespoons cacao powder
• 15 drops liquid stevia (or 1/4 cup coconut sugar, optional for sweetness)
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup cranberries, chopped (I used frozen)
• 1/4 cup vegan chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with a silipat or spray with cooking spray.

2. Mash banana in a medium bowl. Add almond butter, chia seeds, cacao powder, stevia, vanilla, baking soda and salt. Stir well to combine. Fold in cranberries and optional vegan chocolate chips.

3. Using wet hands, roll dough into about 10 balls. Flatten slightly with hands.

4. Bake for about 10 minutes, or until set.

5. Store in refrigerator in an air-tight container.