Description
Deliciously chewy Cherry Almond Cookies with crisp edges, combining the sweetness of maraschino cherries and the richness of almond flour.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon pure almond extract
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, sugar, salt, and baking soda. Stir until evenly blended.
- In another bowl, whisk together the egg and almond extract until smooth.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until fully combined.
- Stir in the chopped cherries gently.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
These cookies are best enjoyed fresh and pair well with coffee or tea. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg