Flaxseed Almond Sesame Cookies (Vegan, Gluten-Free, No Sugar, No Eggs)

These flaxseed almond sesame seed cookies are a healthy, crunchy treat—perfect for anyone avoiding gluten, dairy, or eggs. Made with wholesome ingredients and no refined sugar, they're vegan, high in fibre, and naturally gluten-free. Easy to make in one bowl, these cookies are ideal for a clean-eating snack or breakfast on the go!
Great for those following: ✔️ Vegan or plant-based diets
✔️ Gluten-free lifestyles
✔️ Low-sugar or dairy-free eating plans

If you're in a hurry, place the cookie dough in the freezer for about 5 minutes; otherwise, resting in the fridge for at least 15 minutes makes rolling the balls much easier.

Benefits of Flax Seeds

Flax seeds are loaded with nutrients. High in Omega 3, fibre, protein and lignans (a large group of polyphenols found in plants). Your body digests the ground seeds better than the whole seeds.

A few reports on flax seeds:

Just the Flax, Ma’am | NutritionFacts.org

Ground flax seed consumption may decrease breast cancer risk by slowing one’s menstrual cycle. It may also control prostate enlargement as effectively as the leading prescription drug.

NutritionFacts.orgMichael Greger M.D. FACLM

Exert about Flaxseeds and Menopause...Although the science of using flaxseeds for menopause is inconclusive, it may still be worth adding them to your diet to gauge if they work for you, especially since every menopausal woman is unique and requires a tailored treatment plan. Flaxseeds not only potentially support the reduction of menopausal symptoms but also contribute to healthy cholesterol and are packed with antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids; they’re an extremely beneficial addition, irrespective of their role in menopause.

Takes = 5 minutes prep. plus resting time in the fridge
Bakes = 8-10 minutes
Makes = 12 medium, 16-20 smaller ones

5 Ingredients

• Ground flaxseed – 70g (3/4 cup)
• Ground almonds – 50g (1/2 cup)
• Liquid syrup like golden, honey or maple – 80g (1/3 cup)
• Tahini paste, mine was runny (adjust if needed) – 90g (6 tablespoons)
• Sesame seed for coating (optional)– 2-3 tablespoons

Method

1. Preheat oven to 200˚C, 180˚C fan. Prepare a baking tray lined with paper.
2. Mix together all ingredients in a medium bowl except the sesame seeds. Then rest in the fridge for at least 15 minutes.
3. Scoop out cookie dough with a teaspoon, roll it into a ball, roll in the sesame seeds, and then flatten it down with the base of a glass.
4. Bake for 8-10 minutes. Then rest for 10 minutes before eating.

Sue Maree P Baking Tips

• For a crunchier cookie cook for 10 minutes for a softer chewier cookie only cook for 8 minutes.
• I tried this recipe using just ground flaxseeds they were good but better with a little ground almond to balance the flavour.
• When you bake them with another sweetener like honey or golden syrup the colour will be browner than the maple syrup.