If you love the flavors of Almond Joy candy bars, you’ll enjoy these delicious Almond Joy Cookies. They are filled with coconut, chocolate, almonds, and a hint of almond extract. Here’s a simple recipe for you to try:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- Additional chocolate chips for drizzling (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Cream the Butter and Sugars:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Mix until well combined.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
4. Add Coconut, Chocolate, and Almonds:
- Fold in the shredded coconut, chocolate chips, and sliced almonds until evenly distributed in the cookie dough.
5. Scoop and Bake:
- Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
6. Optional Drizzle:
- If desired, melt additional chocolate chips and drizzle over the cooled cookies for an extra chocolate touch.
7. Cool and Enjoy:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
These Almond Joy Cookies are chewy, chocolaty, and packed with the delightful flavors of coconut and almonds. They make a fantastic treat for coconut and chocolate lovers alike!