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    Chewy Almond Cookie Recipe

    Oct 14, 2022 · 23 Comments

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    This chewy almond cookie recipe is my go-to recipe when gluten-free family or friends are coming over - and the cookies never disappoint. The cookie has a crunchy exterior from rolling in sliced almonds and a chewy, macaroon-like interior.

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    • What I like about these cookies
    • Almond paste cookie ingredients
    • Mixing cookie dough
    • Baking
    • FAQs
    • Chewy Almond Cookies Recipe
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    What I like about these cookies

    You only need a few ingredients and less than an hour to whip up these babies! This is a great cookie to make during the holidays when you pressed for time and still want to create cookie baskets for your friends.

    Almond paste cookie ingredients

    • Almond Paste: you will need one pound of paste for these cookie - be careful as some people mistake marzipan for almond paste. Solo Foods has a high-quality paste that can be found in many supermarkets or online.
    • Egg Whites: allow the egg whites to come to room temperature prior to starting the recipe. Room temperature whites whip up to a greater volume and provide more stability compared to cold egg whites.
    • Salt
    • Granulated Sugar
    • Confectioners' Sugar (aka Powdered Sugar)
    • Gluten-Free Flour: I prefer Bob's Red Mill but you can find many good alternatives in most supermarkets. Note: you may also use regular all-purpose flour if you don't want a gluten-free cookie.
    • Raw Sliced Almonds: the cookies are rolled in almonds prior to baking.
    sliced almonds for chewy almond cookie

    Mixing cookie dough

    • Separate your eggs an hour before you start on this cookie recipe. You will need the whites from four eggs (save those yolks for a curd, pastry cream or your next omelet!). Egg whites will aerate best when at room temperature.
    • Add salt to the bowl and whip the egg whites to medium peaks. Set the bowl aside.
    mixing egg whites for almond paste cookie recipe
    • Next place the almond paste, granulated sugar and confectioners' sugar into the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (note: you may also use a hand mixer but start slow else the almond paste will fly around the kitchen!). Mix until well combined.
    • Stir in flour until just combined.
    • Add the whipped egg whites and gently fold into the mixing bowl using a rubber spatula.
    • Scoop 1 tablespoon of cookie batter and roll in crushed almonds. Place cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat leaving at least an inch between each cookie.

    Baking

    • Bake cookies in a pre-heated 350 F oven for 13 - 18 minutes, turning pans halfway through baking. Cookies will be done when the tops are just beginning to turn a golden brown.
    • Remove cookies from the oven and let cool approximately 10 minutes. Transfer to a cooling rack and sprinkle with confectioners' sugar if desired.
    finishing almond paste almond joy cookies

    FAQs

    Can I make these almond cookies reminiscent of an Almond Joy?

    Absolutely! Melt some high-quality chocolate and either dip half the cookie into the chocolate or drizzle over the cookies.

    How do I store the Almond Cookies?

    Wrap the cookies in plastic wrap and store in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.  To freeze the cookies, wrap in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months (tip: I like to place a piece of masking tape on anything I am freezing. I write the name of the item and freezing date.)

    almond butter cookies

    Chewy Almond Cookies Recipe

    Chewy almond cookies (gluten-free option) - a few simple ingredients, including almond paste.
    5 from 76 votes
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 24 Cookies

    Equipment

    • Hand Mixer or
    • Stand Mixer
    • 2 Cookie Sheet Pans

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 Large Egg Whites Room Temperature
    • ½ teaspoon Salt
    • 450 Grams Almond Paste (1 pound / 16 ounces)
    • 200 Grams Granulated Sugar (1 cup)
    • 114 Grams Confectioners' Sugar (1 cup)
    • 90 Grams Gluten-Free Flour (All Purpose flour may be substituted if not making gluten-free cookies) (¾ cup)
    • 85 Grams Almonds, sliced (1 cup)

    Instructions
     

    • Place 4 egg whites into a clean bowl and allow to come to room temperature (approximately 1 hour)
    • Line 2 sheet pans with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
    • Preheat oven to 350° F
    • Add salt to the bowl of egg whites.
    • Begin whipping egg whites and salt until egg whites become a medium peak. Set bowl aside.
    • Add almond paste, granulated sugar and confectioners' sugar (powdered sugar) into a separate bowl. Using a hand- or stand-mixer, begin mixing until well combined (1 - 2 minutes).
    • Add flour to the almond/sugar mixture bowl and mix until just combined.
    • Fold egg whites into the almond/sugar/flour mixture until combined.
    • Use cookie scoop to scoop out approximately one tablespoon of dough. Roll the dough in the sliced almonds and place on prepared sheet pans. Leave at least 1" between each cookie.
    • Bake for 13 - 18 minutes. Cookies will begin to turn a golden color.
    • Cool cookies before serving. Optional - dust with confectioners' sugar.
    Keyword almond cookie recipe, almond desserts, almond joy cookie, almond paste cookies, almond tea cookie, chewy almond cookie, gluten free almond cookie, gluten free desserts, how to make almond cookies
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    Comments

    1. Helen at the Lazy Gastronome says

      July 15, 2023 at 9:42 pm

      5 stars
      Really easy cookies to make. They are really almond forward, and light. I love these cookies!

      Reply
    2. Irena says

      July 15, 2023 at 9:05 pm

      5 stars
      Love these cookies! Such a nice texture and almond flavour throughout. Always a hit with a cup of tea or coffee. Thanks for the recipe.

      Reply
    3. KT says

      July 15, 2023 at 11:39 am

      5 stars
      Everyone loved these cookies! They melt in your mouth. Thank you!

      Reply
    4. Traci says

      June 28, 2023 at 1:43 pm

      5 stars
      These are so good and so easy! I appreciate your helpful tips. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    5. Kate says

      June 28, 2023 at 1:25 pm

      5 stars
      Brought these cookies to a school event and everyone loved them!

      Reply
    6. Dina and Bruce says

      June 28, 2023 at 12:41 pm

      5 stars
      The flavor in these cookies was perfection. Had people asking for the recipe so I sent them your way!!

      Reply
    7. TAYLER ROSS says

      June 28, 2023 at 12:19 pm

      5 stars
      This is one of my absolute favorite cookie recipes! I've made them several times and everyone always asks me for the recipe!

      Reply
    8. Holly says

      June 01, 2023 at 1:12 pm

      5 stars
      Very good cookies with a nice chewy texture. I used all-purpose flour. Thank you!

      Reply
    9. Katie says

      June 01, 2023 at 12:52 pm

      5 stars
      These almond cookies are incredible! So chewy and addictive!

      Reply
      • dessertswithstephanie says

        June 01, 2023 at 1:42 pm

        Hi Katie, your review is appreciated. We love these cookies in my home and so pleased you also enjoyed the recipe.

        Reply
    10. Andrea says

      May 31, 2023 at 11:42 pm

      5 stars
      love how these cookies turned out! the texture was so tasty and the flavor turned out delicious!

      Reply
      • dessertswithstephanie says

        June 01, 2023 at 1:42 pm

        Andrea, thank you for your review on the almond cookies. So pleased you enjoyed the recipe.

        Reply
    11. Chims says

      May 31, 2023 at 1:02 pm

      5 stars
      You always got me salivating with your yummy recipes.

      Reply
    12. Monidipa says

      May 06, 2023 at 1:46 pm

      5 stars
      Your chewy almond cookie recipe is simply amazing! The instructions are easy to follow, and the end result is a delicious treat that's perfect for any occasion. Your passion for baking shines through in your writing, and it's evident that you put a lot of care into creating this recipe. I can't wait to try more of your desserts!

      Reply
      • dessertswithstephanie says

        May 06, 2023 at 2:29 pm

        5 stars
        Aw...thank you, Monidipa!

        Reply
    13. Liz says

      March 06, 2023 at 2:52 pm

      5 stars
      I baked these for my knitting group and they got rave reviews!! SO delicious!!

      Reply
      • dessertswithstephanie says

        March 06, 2023 at 3:41 pm

        5 stars
        Thank you for letting me know!

        Reply
    14. Michelle says

      December 10, 2022 at 6:53 pm

      5 stars
      I made these with all purpose flour and they were delicious. I appreciate how you give simple step by step instructions. I am not much of a baker, but so far all of your recipes I have made turned out great.

      Reply
      • dessertswithstephanie says

        May 09, 2023 at 2:57 pm

        Aw, thank you for your feedback, Michelle. This is so nice to hear.

        Reply
    15. Patricia says

      November 14, 2022 at 6:05 pm

      5 stars
      I love almond cookies. Thank you for making these gluten free. Now I can enjoy them again. Printing this to put in with my Christmas baking recipes.

      Reply
    16. Andy T says

      October 26, 2022 at 9:25 am

      5 stars
      We adore these cookies at my house! I even used the leftover egg yolks to make some lemon curd to serve with them.

      Reply
    17. Abida says

      October 24, 2022 at 4:59 am

      5 stars
      This almond cookie recipe is absolutely great. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    18. Gary Wilson says

      October 14, 2022 at 11:58 pm

      5 stars
      Pumpkin bundt cake was great!! Good idea for a large group.

      Reply

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