Almond Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Delight in these Almond Chocolate Chip Cookies, a gluten-free treat combining the nutty richness of almond flour with the sweetness of chocolate chips and a hint of orange zest. Crisply baked to golden perfection and finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, these cookies offer a chewy interior with a delicate almond crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups almond flour (not almond meal)
- ¾ cup sugar
- pinch of salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 Tbsp orange zest (optional)
Wet Ingredients
- 3 egg whites
- 1 tsp vanilla or almond extract
Add-ins and Topping
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cookies. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and set aside.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the almond flour, sugar, pinch of salt, baking powder, and optional orange zest. Stir well to evenly distribute all ingredients.
- Beat Egg Whites: In a separate bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the egg whites and vanilla or almond extract until they become thick and form stiff peaks. This will help give the cookies a light texture.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the dry ingredient mixture using a spatula until a sticky dough forms. Take care to preserve the airiness of the egg whites.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the chocolate chips carefully into the dough until evenly dispersed.
- Prepare Almond Coating: Spread the sliced almonds on a plate or shallow bowl. Using a cookie scoop, portion about two tablespoons of dough each, then roll each ball into the sliced almonds to coat completely.
- Bake Cookies: Place the almond-coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the center of the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden but the centers remain pale.
- Cool Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool for an additional 10 minutes.
- Finish and Serve: Dust the cooled cookies lightly with powdered sugar before serving for a touch of sweetness and elegant presentation.
Notes
- Use almond flour specifically, not almond meal, for better texture and consistency.
- Be sure to beat the egg whites to stiff peaks to achieve the right dough texture and cookie lift.
- Optional orange zest adds a fresh citrus note that complements the chocolate and almonds.
- Allow cookies to cool thoroughly before dusting with powdered sugar to prevent melting.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
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