Tender, chewy cookies with rich almond flavor and dark chocolate pockets, perfect for gluten-free baking.
Prep Time 15 minutesminutes
Cook Time 13 minutesminutes
Total Time 28 minutesminutes
Serving Size 24cookies
Ingredients
For the cookie dough
1stick½ cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperatureUse a firm vegan butter for a dairy-free version.
½cupgranulated sugar
½cuplight brown sugar, packed
1.75cupsalmond flourFine almond meal works best.
½teaspoonsea salt
¾teaspoonbaking soda
1largeegg
1teaspoonvanilla extract
1.5cupsgluten-free rolled oatsNot instant.
1.5cupsdark chocolate chips or chunksAbout 2 cups if pressing on top.
Instructions
Baking the Cookies
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer for 3–4 minutes until light and fluffy.
Add the vanilla and the egg, beating until just combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond flour, sea salt, and baking soda.
Gradually add the dry mix to the wet ingredients in two additions, mixing gently to avoid overbeating.
Fold in the rolled oats and dark chocolate chips.
Scoop or roll the dough into balls and place them 2 inches apart on the baking sheet. Press a few extra chocolate chips on top if desired.
Bake for 10–13 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may still look slightly soft.
Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for several minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Notes
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Add a slice of bread to maintain moisture.