Description
These Almond Chocolate Cookies are the perfect harmony of nutty crunch and rich chocolate, making them an irresistible treat for any day of the week. Whether you’re baking for a gathering or a cozy night in, these cookies promise to delight every bite.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped almonds
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips, plus more for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until just combined.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until no flour remains.
- Stir in chopped almonds and chocolate chips.
- Scoop dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart, and top with extra chocolate chips.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are set and centers are still soft.
- Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For extra crunch, add a tablespoon of almond meal to the dough. You can freeze these cookies in an airtight container for up to a month. Feel free to swap the chocolate chips with white chocolate or butterscotch for a fun twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: almond cookies, chocolate cookies, homemade dessert, easy cookie recipe