Description
Delight in these simple and wholesome Almond Flour Coconut Cookies, made with nutrient-dense almond flour, unsweetened coconut flakes, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup. These soft and chewy cookies are infused with coconut extract for an extra burst of tropical flavor, baked to a perfect golden brown. Perfect for a gluten-free, low-carb treat that satisfies your sweet tooth without refined sugars.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Almond Flour
- 1/2 cup Unsweetened Flaked Coconut
- 3 tablespoons Coconut Oil, melted and cooled
- 1/4 cup Maple Syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon Coconut Extract
Optional
- Additional 1/4 cup Unsweetened Flaked Coconut for topping
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350 °F (180 °C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking oil to prevent sticking. Set aside for later use.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour and 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes. Add the maple syrup and melted, cooled coconut oil, then stir together. Add the coconut extract for enhanced flavor.
- Form Dough: Stir the mixture with a rubber spatula until it starts to come together. Lightly oil your hands or wear gloves, then knead the dough gently to fully incorporate the ingredients into a soft, sticky cookie dough.
- Shape Cookies: Using about 2 tablespoons of dough per cookie, place spoonfuls on the prepared baking sheet leaving about half a thumb’s space between each to allow for spreading. You should have approximately 8 cookies.
- Add Topping and Flatten: Sprinkle extra coconut flakes on top of each cookie. Press gently with your hand to help the flakes stick and to slightly flatten each cookie for even baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden brown around the edges and on top, indicating they are cooked through.
- Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 15 minutes so they firm up. Then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Almond flour provides a gluten-free base rich in healthy fats and protein.
- Adjust the amount of coconut flakes to your preference for texture.
- Using melted and cooled coconut oil keeps the dough cohesive and enhances flavor.
- Maple syrup acts as a natural sweetener, keeping the cookies moist.
- Allow the cookies to cool completely as they will firm up upon standing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Almond Flour Cookies, Coconut Cookies, Gluten Free Dessert, Healthy Cookies, Low Carb Snack, Maple Syrup Cookies
