1. Is almond flour good for baking gluten-free?

Almond flour is fantastic for gluten-free baking. It is high in protein and healthy fats, which gives baked goods like these Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies a wonderfully moist, tender texture and a rich, buttery flavor that is hard to achieve with other gluten-free flours.

2. What is the trick to baking with almond flour?

The main trick is understanding that almond flour has no gluten, so it behaves differently. Baked goods made with it are more delicate when warm and don't brown as deeply. The key is to trust the baking time, look for lightly golden edges, and always let your cookies cool completely on the baking sheet to allow them to set.

3. Why does almond flour sometimes not bake well?

Issues with almond flour baking often come from using almond meal instead of blanched almond flour , which can be too coarse. Another issue is not letting the baked goods cool properly, which causes them to fall apart. This recipe for Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies is designed to be foolproof by keeping it simple and emphasizing the cool-down period.

5-Ingredient Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies (So Easy!)

Name: 5-Ingredient Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies (So Easy!)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups blanched almond flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 cup butter or vegan butter, softened; 3 tablespoon maple syrup; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Description

The best Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies! Unbelievably soft, chewy, and made with just 5 simple ingredients. This naturally gluten-free recipe is a one-bowl wonder that’s ready in under 20 minutes.

Ingredients

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2 cups blanched almond flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 cup butter or vegan butter, softened

3 tablespoon maple syrup

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine your almond flour and baking powder.

3. Add your softened butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix until a thick dough is formed.

4. Fold through your chocolate chips until they are evenly distributed.

5. Form 6 large or 12 small balls of dough. Place them on the lined sheet and press down gently into a cookie shape.

6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden.

7. Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet before moving them.

Notes

Let Them Cool: This is the most important step! The cookies are very fragile when hot and need to cool completely on the pan to set up properly.

Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Freezing: Place cooled cookies in a ziplock bag and store in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert, Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 192
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 60mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 11.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 10mg