Ingredients
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- 2 cups almond flour (preferably blanched)
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar (or granulated sugar)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (or dairy-free butter for a dairy-free option)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (dairy-free, if needed)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (optional for extra chocolate flavor)
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for a spiced touch)
- Extra sugar for rolling (optional)
Ingredient Highlights
- Almond Flour: The key ingredient in this recipe, almond flour is naturally gluten-free and provides a rich, nutty flavor to the cookies. It also helps achieve a soft, moist texture.
- Coconut Sugar: A healthier alternative to refined sugar, coconut sugar adds a deeper, caramel-like sweetness and is a perfect complement to the almond flour and chocolate.
- Chocolate Chips: Choose good-quality chocolate chips (halal-certified and dairy-free, if needed). The chocolate chips melt slightly while baking, creating pockets of gooey goodness.
- Vanilla Extract: A splash of vanilla extract enhances the overall flavor, tying all the ingredients together beautifully.
Instructions
Prepare the Cookie Dough
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and coconut sugar using an electric mixer or whisk until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and beat well until fully combined.
- Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking soda, salt, and any optional ingredients like cocoa powder or cinnamon.
- Add Dry Ingredients to Wet Ingredients: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Mix gently until a thick dough forms. The dough will be slightly sticky due to the almond flour, but it should hold together well.
Add Chocolate Chips and Shape the Cookies
- Stir in the Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the mini chocolate chips into the dough, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout.
- Shape the Dough: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, scoop out approximately 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball. If desired, roll the dough balls in extra sugar for a sparkly finish. Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for slight spreading.
Bake the Cookies
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers have set. Keep a close eye on them, as baking times may vary depending on your oven.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them firm up and ensures they don’t break apart.
Serve and Enjoy
- Serve: Once the cookies have cooled, serve them with a hot cup of tea or coffee, or enjoy them as a sweet treat any time of day.
- Prep Time: 15minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 3g