Almond Joy Cookies Delight Recipe: A Chocolate Coconut Treat
These Almond Joy Cookies combine the delightful flavors of chocolate, coconut, and almonds for a sweet treat. Perfect for satisfying your dessert cravings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup chopped almonds
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until smooth.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the coconut, chocolate chips, chopped almonds, and almond extract.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Press extra chopped almonds on top of each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are set.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For an extra touch, serve with chocolate drizzle.