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Simple Crunchy Recipe for Almond Cookies

These soft and crisp crunchy almond cookies are easy to bake and make a perfect treat. You and your family will devour these simple almond cookies!

almond cookies with almonds sprinkled around.

Baking cookies is a staple in our household when preparing for fall. Today I want to share my family’s favorite almond cookies. You need only five simple ingredients to mix and bake. This recipe is so quick, you’ll be wondering how you went from nothing to almond cookies that quick!

Food connects the family and brings us together around the table. This is an extra way to spend time with each other, so I like to cook with my kids. This almond recipe is a great family activity.

Almond cookies are an underrated flavor.

Almonds aren’t in too many baked treats. These almond cookies are the best thing to pair with a cup of coffee or a cup of tea.

The bitterness of these drinks pairs well with gently nutty flavors like almond. I love putting lots of almond flavor into these cookies, making the dip into my coffee the most flavorful. The almond slivers on top add a bit of crunch and of course, more tasty almond flavor!

You don’t need to make a special trip to the grocery store or buy almond extract for this almond cookie recipe. The soft almond flavor comes from almond flour and almonds. I think the best part of these cookies is that little bit of crunch you feel in every bite. These are thin cookies so they’re perfect to dip and are easy to store, too.

The beauty of this recipe is that you don’t have to roll cookie balls or shape dough when preparing the baking tray. This recipe makes flat cookies that bake with a soft center. Fewer steps and more flavor make a better and easy recipe!

Key Ingredients

almond cookies ingredients spread almonds, almond flour, eggs, sugar, and flour.

Almond flour of course starts the almond flavor base! Naturally, it’s the main ingredient.

Eggs combine these cookies and make them soft.

Sugar for that touch of sweetness that makes them a perfect snack.

All-purpose flour to keep this easy dessert together. 

Almonds for the topping, you can get sliced almonds or slivered almonds and add them on top right before you bake!

Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.

How to make Simple Crunchy Almond Cookies

Steps 1 & 2: Prepare

Preheat the oven to 355°F.

Separate the eggs: whites and yolks. Place them into separate small bowls.

separated egg yolks in whites in glass bowls.

Step 3: Add sugar

Add sugar to the yolks and beat with a mixer on high speed until fluffy.

cookie mix in a glass bowl.

Step 4: Add flour(s)

Sift the almond flour to the egg yolks and sugar and mix . Give a good mix. Add white flour to the same bowl and mix again until it forms into batter.

cookie batter in a glass bowl with a purple spatula.

Step 5: Beat eggs

Beat egg whites on high speed until the mixture is light and fluffy (about 5 minutes).

egg whites whipped in a glass bowl.

Step 6: Add egg whites

Add the beaten egg whites to the batter bowl and mix carefully. The batter must be somewhat liquid but not too runny.

almond cookie dough in a bowl.

Step 7: Prepare to bake

Spoon the batter onto a cookie tray lined with parchment paper. Leave space between each cookie. Sprinkle with almond slices.

cookies on a baking pan.

Step 8: Bake

Bake for 15-25 minutes at 355°F. For softer cookies, take them out at 15 minutes. The longer you bake, the crunchier they become.

baked cookies on a baking tray.

Expert Tips

  • Ensure your eggs are at room temperature; this helps with proper mixing and rising.
  • When separating eggs, avoid getting any yolk into the whites. Even a small amount of yolk can prevent proper whipping of the egg whites.
  • Sift the almond flour when adding it to the egg yolk mixture to prevent lumps.
  • Make almond cookies gluten free by replacing the all purpose flour with a gluten-free flour. This is a quick and easy fix for anyone on a gluten free diet!
  • Almond flour is naturally gluten free, so you don’t need to substitute it for any other type of flour.

Recipe FAQs

Can I use a hand mixer instead of a stand mixer?

Yes, a hand mixer works well for beating egg yolks and whites.

What size should the spoonfuls of batter be?

Typically, about a tablespoon-sized spoonful of batter per cookie works well.

How to store almond cookies?

Store them in an airtight container. They should stay fresh for up to a week.

What variations can I try with these almond cookies?

Experiment with different toppings like chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or a dusting of powdered sugar for variety. This baked goodness is super easy to customize!

almond cookies in a green bowl.

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a stack of almond cookies.

Simple Crunchy Recipe for Almond Cookies

Only 5 ingredients, 1 hour and you've got yourself some warm almond cookies!
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Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Allergy: Dairy Free, Vegetarian
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings8
Calories: 127kcal
Author: Marina Rizhkov

Equipment

  • bowl
  • hand mixer
  • parchment paper

Ingredients

  • cup almond flour
  • 3 eggs
  • 4 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • cup white flour
  • ½ cup almonds sliced, for topping

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 355°F.
  • Separate the eggs: whites and yolks. Place them into separate small bowls.
    3 eggs
    separated egg yolks in whites in glass bowls.
  • Add sugar to the yolks and beat with a mixer on high speed until fluffy.
    4 Tbsp granulated sugar
    cookie mix in a glass bowl.
  • Sift the almond flour to the egg yolks and sugar and mix. Give a good mix. Add white flour to the same bowl and mix again until it forms into batter.
    ⅛ cup almond flour, ⅓ cup white flour
    cookie batter in a glass bowl with a purple spatula.
  • Beat egg whites on high speed until the mixture is light and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
    egg whites whipped in a glass bowl.
  • Add the beaten egg whites to the batter bowl and mix carefully. The batter must be somewhat liquid but not too runny.
    almond cookie dough in a bowl.
  • Spoon the batter onto a cookie tray lined with parchment paper. Leave space between each cookie. Sprinkle with almond slices.
    cookies on a baking pan.
  • Bake for 15-25 minutes at 355°F. For softer cookies, take them out at 15 minutes. The longer you bake, the crunchier they become.
    ½ cup almonds
    baked cookies on a baking tray.

Notes

Oven times vary, so. keep an eye on the cookies while baking.

Nutrition

Calories: 127kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 24mg | Potassium: 94mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 89IU | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg
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