Description
Soft and chewy almond flour cookies are a delightful gluten-free treat. Perfect for snacking, tea time, or sharing, these cookies are made with wholesome ingredients and have a tender texture. Enjoy them as a healthier yet indulgent dessert option!
Ingredients
2 cups almond flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup coconut oil or butter, melted
1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine almond flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Stir in melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until a dough forms.
- Fold in dark chocolate chips if desired.
- Roll tablespoons of dough into balls and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Gently flatten each dough ball with the back of a spoon or your hand.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a nut-free option, substitute almond flour with sunflower seed flour.
Adjust sweetness by using sugar-free syrup or omitting chocolate chips.
Freeze dough balls to bake later; increase bake time by 1-2 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 cookies
- Calories: 110 kcal (per cookie)
