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Almond Flour Coconut Cookies Recipe

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These Almond Flour Coconut Cookies are a delightful gluten-free treat that combines the nutty richness of almond flour with the tropical flavor of coconut. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and enhanced by coconut oil and extract, these soft, chewy cookies are perfect for a healthy snack or dessert.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup Almond Flour
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Flaked Coconut (plus an optional 1/4 cup for topping)

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons Coconut Oil, melted and cooled
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon Coconut Extract (optional for enhanced flavor)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350 °F (180 °C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray it with cooking oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add the almond flour and 1/2 cup of coconut flakes. Pour in the maple syrup and melted coconut oil, then add the optional coconut extract if using. Stir with a rubber spatula until the mixture starts to come together.
  3. Form the Dough: Lightly oil your hands or wear gloves to prevent sticking. Knead the mixture gently to press the ingredients together and form a soft, sticky cookie dough.
  4. Shape the Cookies: Using about 2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie, place spoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about half a thumb’s space between each. You should be able to make around 8 cookies.
  5. Add Topping and Flatten: Sprinkle a few additional coconut flakes on top of each cookie. Press down gently with your hand to lightly flatten them and help the coconut flakes stick.
  6. Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges and tops turn a golden brown color.
  7. Cool the Cookies: Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 15 minutes to firm up. Then transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely before serving.

Notes

  • You can add an extra 1/4 cup of coconut flakes to the dough or as a topping if you prefer more texture and coconut flavor.
  • Using melted and cooled coconut oil helps bind the dough without making it greasy.
  • Lightly oiling your hands or wearing gloves is suggested to prevent the sticky dough from sticking while shaping the cookies.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.

Keywords: Almond flour cookies, coconut cookies, gluten-free cookies, healthy desserts, maple syrup cookies

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