Description
Easy Almond Cookies are crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, made with just a few simple ingredients. These naturally gluten-free cookies are full of rich almond flavor and perfect for holidays, entertaining, or everyday snacking.
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour (finely ground, blanched)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large egg whites
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: sliced almonds for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together almond flour, sugar, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, lightly beat egg whites until frothy.
- Add the egg whites and almond extract to the dry ingredients and mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls or drop onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Optional: press sliced almonds onto the tops of the cookies.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use blanched almond flour for a smooth texture—avoid coarse almond meal.For chewier cookies, underbake by 1–2 minutes.Add citrus zest for a twist of flavor.Cookies can be dipped in melted chocolate for a fancier presentation.Chill dough for 15–30 minutes if it’s too soft or sticky.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
