Description
These Gluten-Free Almond Flour Lemon Cookies are a delightful, zesty treat perfect for those seeking a healthy and allergy-conscious dessert. Moist and bursting with fresh lemon flavor, these cookies are naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup and use wholesome almond flour for a gluten-free, grain-free option that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the honey or maple syrup, melted coconut oil, lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Add the almond flour and baking soda to the wet ingredients. Stir thoroughly until a soft, dough-like consistency forms, making sure all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll each into a ball with your hands. Place the balls onto the prepared baking sheet and gently flatten each to form a cookie shape.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the edges turn a light golden brown, indicating they are cooked through.
- Cool: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on it for 5 minutes. Then transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely, enhancing their texture and flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute honey with maple syrup to make the recipe vegan.
- Ensure the coconut oil is fully melted but not too hot when mixing with other ingredients.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For a more intense lemon flavor, add extra zest or a bit more lemon juice.
- If the dough feels too wet, add a little more almond flour; if too dry, add a small amount of lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
