Best Easy Gluten-Free Almond Flour Cookies Recipe – Low Sugar, No Dairy, Healthy, Crispy or Chewy, and Perfect for Keto, Paleo, and Diabetics
Best Easy Gluten-Free Almond Flour Cookies Recipe – Low Sugar, No Dairy, Healthy, Crispy or Chewy
If you're looking for healthy, gluten-free cookies made with almond flour, you've come to the right place! These cookies are low in sugar, dairy-free, keto-friendly, and paleo-friendly. Whether you love them crispy or chewy, this recipe will satisfy your cravings guilt-free.
Why Choose Almond Flour?
- ✔️ Naturally gluten-free and grain-free.
- ✔️ Low in carbs, perfect for keto.
- ✔️ Rich in healthy fats and protein.
- ✔️ Gives a soft, chewy texture with a nutty flavor.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients:
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/3 cup coconut sugar (or erythritol for keto)
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 cup coconut oil (melted) or unsalted butter
- 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins:
- 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips (sugar-free for keto)
- 1/3 cup chopped nuts (almonds, pecans, or walnuts)
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder for a chocolate version
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together almond flour, coconut sugar, salt, and baking soda.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the melted coconut oil, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Make the Dough: Add wet ingredients to dry and mix until a soft dough forms. Fold in optional add-ins.
- Shape the Cookies: Scoop 1 tbsp dough, roll into balls, and place on the baking sheet. Flatten slightly.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown.
- Cool & Serve: Let cool for 5 minutes on the tray, then transfer to a wire rack.
Tips for the Best Almond Flour Cookies
- ✔️ For Crunchy Cookies: Bake 2-3 minutes longer.
- ✔️ For Soft Cookies: Reduce baking time by 1-2 minutes.
- ✔️ For a Vegan Option: Use a flax egg.
- ✔️ For a Chocolate Version: Add 2 tbsp cocoa powder.
More Gluten-Free Cookie Recipes
- Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies (Gluten-Free & Vegan)
- Sugar-Free Peanut Butter Cookies (Only 3 Ingredients!)
- Double Chocolate Chip Cookies (Keto & Low-Carb)
- Coconut Flour Shortbread Cookies (Perfect for Tea Time)
- Pumpkin Spice Almond Flour Cookies (Fall Favorite!)


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