Description
Sweet, crumbly Cranberry Almond Cookies blend festive tartness with nutty warmth, creating a delightful holiday treat. Crisp edges and chewy centers invite bakers to savor each delectable bite, making these cookies a perfect companion for winter gatherings.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 2 cups blanched almond flour
- ⅓ cup butter (melted)
- ⅓ cup maple syrup
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Seasonings:
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat the cooking surface to a moderate temperature of 350°F (175°C) and prepare two baking surfaces with parchment paper for optimal cookie performance.
- Create a dry foundation by thoroughly combining almond flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium mixing vessel, ensuring an even distribution of ingredients.
- Develop a liquid base by whisking melted butter with maple syrup until harmoniously blended, then introduce the egg and vanilla extract, stirring until the mixture achieves a silky consistency.
- Merge the dry and liquid components, carefully folding until a uniform dough emerges, then gently incorporate dried cranberries throughout the mixture, distributing them evenly.
- Form individual cookie portions by scooping approximately one tablespoon of dough onto the prepared baking surfaces, using gentle pressure to flatten each mound to roughly three-eighths of an inch in thickness.
- Roast the cookies in the preheated oven, monitoring their transformation until the edges acquire a delicate golden hue, typically requiring 9-14 minutes of baking time.
- Allow the freshly baked cookies to rest on the baking sheet for a brief five-minute period, then carefully transfer them to a cooling rack to complete their setting process and achieve the perfect texture.
Notes
- Swap almond flour with gluten-free oat flour for a nut-free alternative perfect for those with nut allergies.
- Use coconut oil instead of butter to create a dairy-free version that maintains the cookie’s rich texture and flavor.
- Toast almonds or cranberries briefly before adding to enhance their nutty and tangy profiles, creating deeper, more complex taste layers.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg