These Paleo Nilla Wafers have all the same flavors as the store bought variety- mildly sweet, buttery, and delicious- but made healthier. Gluten free, dairy free, and naturally sweetened.
Whew- this recipe took some testing to get perfect! I made over 5 batches switching the sweetener, fat, and baking temperature until I came up with the best cookie that is most like the classic. The mild flavor from the honey is just right and not overpowering. The buttery richness from the ghee is so important for giving them that true flavor that we all know and love. Coconut oil just didn't have the same effect. I mean- no cookies were wasted in the testing process 🙂 but some were liked more than others! I'm so glad I kept trying because these cookies are so delicious!
These cookies are sweet, soft, and buttery. Small enough that having a few is acceptable- and expected!
Easy to Make
They are so easy to make- mixed completely in one bowl, chilled for an hour, then baked. That chill time is crucial because without it the dough will be so sticky that you won't even be able to form dough balls. You can even make the dough a day in advance if you'd like.
An important part of what makes these so good is using high quality almond flour. Anthony's Goods Blanched Almond Flour is so fine which is why the cookies hold together so well. I love it so much more than other brands I've used, and the price is great!
You will love how easy these Paleo Nilla Wafers are and you won't want to go back to the store bought ones again. A childhood favorite made healthier- the best!
It goes perfect with some Paleo Banana Pudding! They were made for each other 🙂
Here are a couple other paleo cookies that are amazing- Paleo Double Chocolate Cookies, Paleo Fig Newtons, & Paleo Gingersnaps.
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Paleo Nilla Wafers
Ingredients
- 2 egg yolks
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup melted ghee
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 cups almond flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine yolks, honey, ghee, and vanilla. Stir very well until mixture is completely smooth.
- Add in almond flour, salt, and baking powder. Mix well until no lumps remain.
- Cover and chill in the fridge for at least one hour or up to over night.
- When ready to bake, preheat oven to 325° and line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- Make balls, 1 teaspoon big, and place on the cookie sheets. 16 cookies per sheet.
- Bake, one sheet at a time, for 14 minutes. Remove from the oven and slightly press each cookie down. Bake for 4-6 more minutes, until edges are slightly brown.
Nutrition Information
This is not a sponsored post, but a huge thanks to Anthony's Goods for providing the almond flour to make this recipe possible.
Karen says
Love these cookies. I replaced the honey with maple syrup. Super good!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Karen! That sounds like a great replacement. Thanks for trying my recipe 🙂
Kathleen says
These look delicious and I will try them. Thay are not vegan though. Thankfully Neither am I. The use of honey, ghi and eggs puts them outside that diet.
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Kathleen- you're right which is why I don't say they are. 🙂
Kim says
Is there a way to get them crispy? Nilla wafers are crispy.
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Kim- they should be crispy right after cooking when you let them cool. After the first day they will soften, but you can place them back in the oven for a couple minutes to crisp them back up.
Sherry says
Can you use Palm oil shortening?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Sherry- that may work, but the flavor won't be the same. I hope you try them!
Michelle says
Can I still make these if I can't eat eggs. Any substitute ideas? Flax eggs? Mashed banana? Would the texture be way off? Thanks!!
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Michelle- I haven't tried, but it may work. Maybe a flax egg or I've heard great things about a gelatin egg. Let me know if you try it and how it comes out.
Theresa says
Can you use baking soda instead of powder?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Theresa- I haven't tried it, but it might work. Let me know if you make them that way and how they turn out.
Sally says
I cannot use ghee. What would be a good substitute?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Sally- you can use coconut oil. Enjoy!
Stacey says
These look good! I'm allergic to almonds, would any other flower work?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Stacey- they best substitute would be cashew flour if you can have that.
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says
I think you must be channeling my boys each time you create a recipe Jessica! Nilla Wafers happen to be Casey's favorite cookie! I will need to make these for him when he comes home for fall break! Have a great week! XO
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Mary Ann! I love recreating classic favorites. I hope he loves them 🙂
Bethany @ Athletic Avocado says
I used to LOVE nilla wafers when I was younger! Super stoked that you made this paleo version! Can't wait to try it out 🙂
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Bethany! They were one of my favorites, too! I hope you enjoy them!
Jessica says
I have a question have you tried this recipe with any other types of gluten free flour my son and I are also allergic to almonds.
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Jessia- I havent, but I think a gf flour would work just fine. I hope you try them!