Almond Joy Cookies
A delightful cookie combining rich chocolate, crunchy almonds, and sweet coconut, reminiscent of the popular candy bar.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Consider mixing dark and semi-sweet for added flavor
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut Can use unsweetened for a stronger coconut flavor
- 1 cup chopped almonds
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, shredded coconut, and chopped almonds until evenly distributed.
Baking
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container. For a richer experience, consider using a mix of chocolate types. Chilling the dough can enhance flavor and prevent spreading.