Almond Flour Sugar Cookies
A delicious gluten-free twist on a classic dessert, these Almond Flour Sugar Cookies combine a delightful crunch with a tender chew, perfect for families and baking enthusiasts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Gluten-Free
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup finely ground blanched almond flour
- 1 1/2 cups tapioca starch/flour (plus more for sprinkling)
- 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3/8 cup granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
- 1 egg (at room temperature, beaten)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Lukewarm water (by the half-teaspoonful)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F. Line rimmed baking sheets with unbleached parchment paper and set them aside.
- Make the cookie dough by combining the ingredients in a mixing bowl.
- Shape the cookies and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven until the edges are slightly golden.
- Prepare any icing if desired.
Notes
For a healthier option, consider using sugar substitutes like stevia or monk fruit. Ensure all ingredients are gluten-free if necessary.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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