Almond Flour Cookies: Gluten-Free Delights
Soft, tender almond flour cookies with a rich nutty flavor, perfectly balanced between buttery warmth and subtle sweet notes. These gluten-free treats stay fresh longer without becoming stale, making them ideal for baking with almond flour’s unique texture.
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Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 180kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
- Combine almond flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl
- In a separate bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy
- Beat in eggs one at a time
- Add vanilla extract and gradually mix in dry ingredients until a soft dough forms
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on parchment-lined baking sheets
- Gently flatten with a fork or your fingers
- Bake for 12-14 minutes, rotating sheets halfway through
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack
Notes
No xanthan gum needed due to almond flour's binding properties
Cookies store well in an airtight container for up to 7 days
For added texture, chill dough for 30 minutes before baking
Cookies store well in an airtight container for up to 7 days
For added texture, chill dough for 30 minutes before baking
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 120mg | Sugar: 15g