Indulge in the irresistible taste of Almond Cherry Cookies: a delightful treat that's ready in a fraction of the time you'd expect from homemade cookies! These aren't just any cookies; they're packed with wholesome almonds, sweet bursts of cherry flavor, and a satisfying crunch, all baked to golden perfection. Simple to make, surprisingly healthy, and bursting with flavor, they're a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. My kids absolutely love them – and I bet yours will too!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
My grandmother, Nana Rose, always had a little tin of something sweet on her kitchen counter. While I never got her exact recipe for those cookies, she always included Almond and Cherry. When my daughter was diagnosed with a gluten allergy, it was the perfect base for recreating them. Almond Cherry Cookies are not only delicious, but they also remind me of my Nana.
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups Almond Flour
- 1/2 tsp Baking Soda
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup Coconut Oil, melted
- 1/2 cup Maple Syrup
- 1 tsp Almond Extract
- 1 large Egg
- Add-ins:
- 1/2 cup Dried Cherries, chopped
- 1/4 cup Sliced Almonds plus extra for topping.
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Preheat: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together almond flour, baking soda, and salt. Just stir until combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, almond extract, and egg until smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Add Cherries and Almonds: Gently fold in the chopped dried cherries and sliced almonds.
- Scoop and Shape: Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie. Slightly flatten each cookie.
- Top with Almonds: Press a few sliced almonds onto the top of each cookie.
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Enjoy your delicious Almond Cherry Cookies!
Almond Cherry Cookies
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together almond flour, baking soda, and salt. Just stir until combined.2 cups Almond Flour, 1/2 tsp Baking Soda, 1/4 tsp Salt
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, almond extract, and egg until smooth.1/2 cup Coconut Oil, 1/2 cup Maple Syrup, 1 tsp Almond Extract, 1 large Egg
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Add Cherries and Almonds: Gently fold in the chopped dried cherries and sliced almonds.1/2 cup Dried Cherries, 1/4 cup Sliced Almonds
- Scoop and Shape: Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie. Slightly flatten each cookie.
- Top with Almonds: Press a few sliced almonds onto the top of each cookie.1/4 cup Sliced Almonds
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Enjoy your delicious Almond Cherry Cookies!