My basil plant has been loving the heat wave in Seattle and growing like crazy! These lemon basil cookies are great for breakfast or as a quick snack – keep in the freezer for a yummy cold paleo cookie treat! Grain free, dairy free, soy free, egg free! Ingredients

• 2 cups blanched almond flour
• ¼ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ cup coconut butter
• ¼ cup honey
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

• Combine almond flour and baking soda in a food processor
• Pulse in coconut butter, honey, basil, and lemon zest
• Scoop dough one level tablespoon at a time onto a parchment paper lined baking sheet
• Press balls of dough down to flatten
• Bake at 350° for 6-10 minutes
• Cool for 2 hours
• Serve or freeze for an easy protein rich snack!

Inspired and modified. Thanks Elanaspantry.com