Do you crave sweet baked treats? Well, if you are looking for a less sugary and more healthy option, get ready to add a new small-batch recipe to your recipe file!
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Do you crave sweet baked treats? Well, if you are looking for a less sugary and more healthy option, get ready to add a new small-batch recipe to your recipe file! These chewy almond flour cookies are not only gluten free, but also naturally sweetened with a little bit of maple syrup--just enough to satisfy that sweet tooth.
Almond flour is perfect for making cookies that are gluten-free, grain-free, and packed with protein. Plus, with just a few simple ingredients, it's a great way to involve the kids in the kitchen and get some almonds into their diet and give them a brain boost!
Chewy, sweet, and unexpectedly delicious, these cookies are sure to become a staple in your home!
Yield: 6 large cookies or 12 small cookies
2 cups blanched almond flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 egg beaten
5 Tablespoons melted butter
3 Tablespoons Maple Syrup
1.5 Teaspoons Vanilla Extract
1/2 cup white chocolate chips
1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts
Preheat the oven to 350 F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a mixing bowl, add almond flour, baking powder, beaten egg, butter, vanilla extract, and maple syrup. Mix until combined.
Using a spatula, fold in chocolate chips and macadamia nuts.
Form 6 large or 12 small rounds and flatten on cookie sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes. Larger cookies will require a longer bake time. They are done when lightly golden around the edges.
Remove from oven and cool.
