Description
These gluten-free almond flour chocolate chip cookies are crisp on the edges, chewy in the middle, and rich with nutty flavor. Made with simple ingredients and no gums, they offer a superior texture that rivals traditional wheat-based cookies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (224g) finely ground blanched almond flour
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (110g) light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar on medium-high speed for 3-4 minutes until pale and fluffy.
- Reduce mixer speed to medium-low. Add the egg, egg yolk, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Mix until just combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking soda, and salt to break up any clumps.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips using a silicone spatula.
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. For best results, chill dough in the fridge for 30 minutes.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden brown but centers still look slightly soft.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Notes
Ensure almond flour is finely ground blanched almond flour, not almond meal, to avoid grittiness. Do not overmix the dough. Chill the dough for 30 minutes to prevent excessive spreading and improve texture. Underbake slightly as cookies continue to cook on the hot pan. Store in an airtight container with a slice of bread to maintain softness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 90
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 4
Keywords: gluten-free, almond flour, chocolate chip cookies, grain-free, paleo-friendly, nut-free option, dairy-free option, chewy cookies, baking