Description
Small Batch Almond Joy Cookies are soft, chewy cookies packed with chocolate chips, shredded coconut, and almonds, inspired by the classic candy bar.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp chopped almonds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and egg yolk until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fold in the coconut, chocolate chips, and chopped almonds.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes or until the edges are golden and the centers are set.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- You can toast the almonds beforehand for extra flavor.
- These cookies are best enjoyed within 2-3 days of baking.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg