These Almond Joy Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the flavors of chocolate, coconut, and almonds, making them a perfect choice for your holiday baking. This recipe is an excellent addition to your Christmas cookies collection, offering a unique twist on traditional favorites.
With a straightforward preparation process, you can whip up these delicious cookies in no time, making them a great option for sharing with family and friends during the festive season.
Delicious Almond Joy Cookies Recipe
These cookies feature a rich chocolate base topped with a coconut-almond mixture, creating a chewy and crunchy texture. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and yields approximately 24 cookies.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup whole almonds
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Add Coconut and Chocolate: Fold in the shredded coconut and chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Shape the Cookies: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Press an almond into the center of each cookie.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 24 cookies
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
