These Gluten-Free Flower Pot Sugar Cookies are as adorable as they are nourishing. Made with wholesome ingredients and sweetened naturally, each cookie “pot” is filled with creamy chocolate mousse, topped with a cookie crumb “dirt,” and finished with a strawberry rose in full bloom. Perfect for spring parties, Mother’s Day, or just a fun weekend activity with kids!
Flower Pot Sugar Cookies Ingredients
Almond Flour: Rich in healthy fats, vitamin E, and naturally gluten-free.
Honey: Provides antioxidants and natural sweetness without refined sugar.
Coconut Oil: Contains MCTs for quick energy and supports metabolism.
Coconut Cream: Dairy-free and high in healthy fats for a rich, mousse-like texture.
Dark Chocolate: Packed with antioxidants and magnesium.
Coconut Sugar: Lower glycemic index than traditional sugar, with trace minerals.
Strawberries: High in vitamin C and a naturally sweet finishing touch.
Lollipop Sticks: These are the lollipop sticks I use.
Tips for the Best Flower Pot Sugar Cookies
Use a small measuring spoon to press evenly into the dough for uniform cups.
Chill the mousse well so it holds its shape in the cookie cup.
Practice your strawberry rose carving on one or two first. You can watch my tutorial I shared on Instagram.
FAQs
Q: Can I make these ahead of time?
A: Yes! Bake the cookie cups and prep the mousse and crumbs a day ahead. Assemble the day you plan to serve for best texture.
Q: Can I make these dairy-free?
A: Absolutely! Just use dairy-free chocolate in the mousse and you’re good to go.
Q: How do I store them?
A: Store assembled cookies in the fridge for up to 2 days. Wait to insert the strawberries until just before serving.
Q: Can kids help make them?
A: Yes! Little ones can help mix, press dough into the pan, and decorate with mousse and crumbs.
Other Spring Recipes to Make:
These Flower Pot Sugar Cookies are the ultimate Spring treat!
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Flower Pot Sugar Cookies
Ingredients
Sugar Cookie Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp coconut oil melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg
Chocolate Mousse Ingredients
- 1/4 cup coconut cream the solid part at the top of a can of coconut milk
- 6 tbsp chocolate melted
“Cookie Crumb” Ingredients *
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1 tbsp cacao powder
- 1 tbsp coconut oil melted
- 2 tbsp coconut sugar
Other ingredients
- 12 strawberries
- 6 lollipop sticks cut in half
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F (180C). Grease a mini muffin pan.
- Mix together the sugar cookie ingredients. Add 1 tbsp of dough to each mini muffin and use a measuring spoon to create a valley in the dough. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown.
- While the cookies are baking, make the chocolate mousse by mixing all of the ingredients together and place in the fridge to thicken. Make the cookie crumbs by mixing all of the ingredients together.
- Once the cookies have cooled, remove them from the pan, fill with chocolate mousse, and top with cookie crumbs. Place back in the fridge for mousse to thicken.
- Insert a lollipop stick at the stem of the strawberry. Using a paring knife, slice 4-5 slits along the bottom of the strawberry. Continue up the strawberry, cutting slits to create a rose. Place the rose in the flower pot and enjoy!
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