Description
These Almond Flour Shortbread Cookies are a simple and wholesome gluten-free treat made with just a few ingredients. Slightly softer than traditional shortbread, they feature a crispy exterior and a chewy center, flavored with a hint of vanilla and almond extract. Perfect for a vegan, gluten-free snack or dessert.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Almond Flour (packed)
- 3 tablespoons Maple Syrup
- 3 tablespoons Melted Coconut Oil
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 teaspoon Almond Extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine almond flour, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, salt, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
- Form Dough: Use a spatula to mix the ingredients together, then squeeze the dough with your hands to bring it into a cohesive ball. If the dough feels too wet, add a little more almond flour to adjust the consistency.
- Scoop Dough: Using a measuring tablespoon, scoop out portions of dough and roll each into a ball.
- Arrange on Sheet: Place each dough ball onto the prepared cookie sheet, spacing them evenly.
- Flatten Cookies: Use a fork to gently flatten each cookie; the thinner they are, the crispier they will become. Optionally, add sprinkles and press them gently into the dough with the fork.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes until they turn slightly golden and develop a lightly firm surface.
- Cool: Allow cookies to cool on the cookie sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
- Store: Store cooled cookies in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
Notes
- These cookies are softer than traditional shortbread but have a crispy outside and chewy inside.
- If the dough is too sticky, add extra almond flour a tablespoon at a time.
- Pressing the cookies thinner will yield a crispier texture.
- Store cookies refrigerated to keep them fresh for up to 5 days.
- This recipe is vegan and gluten-free, ideal for those with dietary restrictions.
