Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies

Name: Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 3/4 cups almond flour (fine ground is best.); 1/2 tsp baking soda; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/3 cup butter, at room temperature; 1/2 cup coconut sugar (can sub brown sugar); 1 egg, at room temperature; 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract; 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Jump To Recipe 1 reviews posted Feb 13, 2023 by Jessica Hoffman

Flourless Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft and chewy on the inside, crispy around the edges and so delicious! These gluten-free and grain-free cookies only take only 20 minutes to make from start to finish!

almond flour chocolate chip cookies on parchment paper with a bite taken out of one

Almond flour vs almond meal

If you’ve never baked with almond flour before, it’s a great gluten-free alternative to baking with wheat flour. Almond flour can be used to make anything from almond flour pancakes to almond flour blondies to an array of other baked goods!

When a recipe calls for almond flour, you want to make sure that you purchase almond flour and not almond meal. (they aren’t the same!)

Here are the main differences between the two:

Almond flour: made with blanched almonds and is very finely ground into a powder that resembles flour.
Almond meal: made from almonds with the skin still on, and ground into a less fine powder.

These Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies are the best when made with almond flour, which is typically used in baked goods and has a finer crumb than almond meal.

Why you’ll love these almond flour cookies

Easy to make. These cookies are made in a large mixing bowl with a hand mixer and are ready in just 20 minutes!
Gluten-free and grain-free. If you want to make cookies that are gluten-free friendly, these almond flour cookies are a great option. almond flour also makes these cookies completely grain-free.
Healthy ingredients. Made with ingredients like almond flour and coconut sugar, these cookies make a delicious dessert that is also healthier than your average cookie.

Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookie ingredients

Almond flour: this recipe is best when made with finely ground almond flour. The almond flour should resemble regular wheat flour in texture and have a fine crumb.
Baking soda: this will help the cookies rise. Make sure to use baking soda and not baking powder!
Salt: a pinch of salt is essential in chocolate chip cookies to help balance out the flavours.
Butter: this recipe calls for butter which gives chocolate chip cookies the best taste. You can use vegan butter if needed for a dairy-free option.
Coconut sugar: this is a paleo type of sugar that contains some minerals and antioxidants. You can also just substitute with brown sugar.
Egg: this will bind the cookies together.
Vanilla extract: use real vanilla extract for the best taste!
Chocolate chips: I use 70% dark chocolate chips. Use any chocolate chips you love.

How to make almond flour cookies

Step 1

Add the almond flour, baking soda and salt to a bowl and stir together. In a separate bowl add the room temperature butter and coconut sugar.

coconut sugar and butter in a mixing bowl

Step 2

Cream the butter and coconut sugar together in a hand mixer for 2-3 minutes until creamy. Then add in the egg and vanilla extract.

whipped butter and coconut sugar in a mixing bowl

beaten butter and sugar in a mixing bowl with an egg

Step 3

Cream together again for another couple minutes until combined and the mixture looks as pictured below. Then add in the dry ingredients and mix together with a spatula to combine.

eggs, sugar and butter whipped together in a mixing bowl

almond flour cookie dough in a mixing bowl

Step 4

Add in the chocolate chips and gently mix them together.

almond flour cookie dough and chocolate chips in a mixing bowl

almond flour chocolate chip cookie dough in a mixing bowl

Step 5

Use a cookie scoop to scoop out even cookies and spread them onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Make sure to leave enough space between each cookie as they’ll spread out in the oven! Bake at 350 degrees F for 10-12 minutes. Let cook completely.

unbaked almond flour cookies on a baking sheet

baked almond flour chocolate chip cookies on a baking sheet

How to store and freeze

Wait for the cookies to cool completely, then transfer them to an air-tight container and store them on the countertop for up to 7 days.

To freeze, place the cookies in a freezer-safe container or freezer bag and place them in the freezer for up to 2 months. To defrost the cookies let them thaw on the countertop.

Tips for making chocolate chip almond flour cookies

Use fine-ground almond flour for best results. Some types of almond flour you may see at the supermarket might have a larger crumb. Try to pick a brand that looks very finely ground if possible.
Don’t overmix the batter. Overmixing can lead to a tough and dense cookie. Once you add the almond flour, just gently mix until combined.
If the dough is too sticky to handle, place it in the fridge for 15-30 minutes. This will help the dough set up and make it easier to scoop into cookies.
Don’t overcrowd the baking sheet. These cookies will spread out as they bake, so make sure not to place them too close together on the baking sheet.

Almond cookies FAQ

How do you keep almond flour cookies from falling apart?

These almond flour cookies have an egg in them which will help bind them together and prevent them from falling apart. You also want to let the cookies cool completely before handling them to prevent them from breaking and falling apart.

Can I use almond meal in these cookies?

Yes! If you can’t find almond flour, you can make these cookies with almond meal. Just keep in mind the cookies will have a grainier texture.

Can I make these cookies dairy free?

Yes. If you want to make this recipe dairy-free use vegan butter or room-temperature coconut oil in place of butter.

Do these cookies taste like regular chocolate chip cookies?

They taste very similar to regular chocolate chip cookies but have a slightly different texture due to the almond flour. (They are more grainy than a regular chocolate chip cookie but equally as delicious!)

Are almond flour cookies healthy?

Yes, these cookies are healthier than your average cookie as they are made with less sugar and butter than most cookies, however, they are still a dessert. Almond flour is also high in calories since it’s made from ground almonds. Each cookie has 150 calories, 2 grams of fibre and 3.5 grams of protein.

an almond flour chocolate chip cookie with a bite taken from it

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