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    Hummusapien » Recipes » Dessert » Amazing Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies

    ★★★★★ from 29 reviews

    Amazing Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Published Aug 5, 2019 · Modified Nov 1, 2022 · by Alexis Joseph · 75 Comments

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    The best Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies! With crispier edges and pillowy soft middles, everyone agrees this favorite cookie is as tasty as the classic.

    Almond flour chocolate chip cookies on counter

    WE HAVE A WINNER.

    These are my favorite cookies ever. I make them for everyone! I've been making "flourless" chocolate chip cookies with almond flour for a long time now. But why, you ask?

    Because it's a miracle flour. It seriously makes everything taste like cake. We can't forget about these Healthy Snickerdoodles made with almond flour now can we?!

    There is nothing Jeff and I cherish more than ending a long day with cookies oozing with dark chocolate chips enjoyed on the couch, lying down, with the plate balanced on our bellies.

    Almond flour chocolate chip cookie dough in bowl

    How to make almond flour chocolate chip cookies

    You don't even need a mixer, just a good old mixing bowl and wooden spoon!

    1. Whisk almond flour, coconut flour, baking soda and salt.
    2. Add melted butter, maple syrup and egg. Mix to combine.
    3. Fold in chocolate chips. Form into balls and gently flatten.
    4. Bake for 10 minutes, cool and devour!

    Key ingredients and tips

    • Almond flour: The base of our cookies! I love the natural sweetness it has. I use super fine blanched almond flour from Costco. It should be spooned and leveled, not packed. It will look all white with no flecks since almond flour doesn't have the skins. Don't use almond meal.
    • Coconut flour: This is key for the chewy, amazing texture of the cookies. It works so well with the almond flour!
    • Brown sugar: Coconut sugar for an unrefined option or brown sugar both work great here. The cookies will be darker with coconut sugar.
    • Butter: For cookie flavor and amazing texture.
    • Egg: for structure and puffiness. Good news--these will also work with a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flax mixed with 3 tbsp water).
    • Vanilla extract: You can't have chocolate chip cookies without vanilla!
    • Baking soda: for rise!
    • Salt: For balanced flavor. I like salt sprinkled on top, too!
    • Chocolate chips: I like semi-sweet best here.
    Almond flour chocolate chip cookie dough

    Do I need to chill the dough?

    No! These flourless cookies don't spread very much so I lightly flatten them with my palm before baking.

    Can these be made vegan?

    Yes! Simply use a flax egg and vegan butter. These Vegan and Gluten Free Chocolate Chips Cookies are delish if you're looking for fool-proof vegan and gluten free cookies.

    Which sweetener should I use?

    I used organic light brown sugar because I didn't want any of the coconut taste that coconut sugar can lend. I wanted legit, traditional tasting cookies! That said, if you want to go the unrefined route, use coconut sugar. Regular granulated sugar also works, but I prefer brown sugar.

    Sugar is essential for helping provide structure. If you use a sugar substitute like xylitol, beware that they may not rise well.

    Almond flour chocolate chip cookies on counter

    What's the texture like?

    These grain free cookies get lightly browned along the edges helping to crisp them up but they're still more soft versus crispy, especially the days after they're baked. I'm obsessed with the texture.

    I think using half maple syrup or honey and half brown sugar may make them chewier, so I'm going to try that next!

    Can I freeze the dough and bake later?

    Yes! Scoop the dough onto the cookie sheet, roll into balls, lightly flatten, and place in the freezer. Once frozen, transfer the dough to a baggie. Bake from frozen and simply add a few minutes to the cooking time.

    How to store leftover cookies

    You can store leftover cookies on the counter in an air tight container for up to five days or freeze for later.

    Amazing almond flour chocolate chip cookies! With crispier edges and pillowy soft middles, they're as tasty as the classic. Gluten-free!

    More almond flour cookie recipes

    • Healthy Monster Cookies
    • Vegan Peanut Butter Cup Cookies
    • Ginger Molasses Cookies

    Cookie on, sweet souls!

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    Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies

    ★★★★★ 5 from 29 reviews
    • Author: Alexis Joseph
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 12 minutes
    • Total Time: 22 minutes
    • Yield: 12 cookies 1x
    • Category: Dessert
    • Method: Oven
    • Cuisine: American
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    Description

    The BEST Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies! Crisp edges and pillowy soft middles, they're as tasty as the classic too. Made in one bowl, no mixer, and easily made vegan.


    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 1 ¼ cups super fine blanched almond flour
    • ¼ cup coconut flour
    • ¼ tsp kosher salt
    • ¼ tsp baking soda
    • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
    • 1 large egg
    • ¼ cup brown sugar (can sub coconut sugar)
    • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
    • 6 tbsp butter, melted
    • heaping ½ cup chocolate chips

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
    2. In a large mixing bowl, add almond flour, coconut flour, salt, and baking soda. Whisk until combined.
    3. Add vanilla extract, egg, brown sugar, white sugar and melted butter and stir with a wooden spoon until combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
    4.  Scoop and roll dough into balls. Place on sheet about 2 inches apart and gently flatten with hands as the cookies won't spread much while baking. Top with more chocolate chips and a sprinkle of kosher salt, if desired.
    5. Bake for about 12 minutes or until golden on the edges.

    Notes

    VEGAN: Use a flax egg and butter substitute, like Earth Balance.

    STORING: Store completely cooled cookies in an air tight container on the counter up to five days and then refrigerate any extras.

    FREEZING: To freeze cookies, transfer sheet of flattened dough balls to freezer. Once frozen, transfer to a baggie. Cooking time will be a couple minutes longer from frozen.

    Adapted from this recipe. Method modified on 07/14/2021 when I discovered melting the butter and mixing in a bowl worked great and is much easier than creaming in a mixer!

    Keywords: almond flour chocolate chip cookies

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    Tag @hummusapien on Instagram. I love sharing what you make!

    About Alexis Joseph

    Oh HEY there! I'm Alexis Joseph, food writer, blogger, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), new mama, and co-founder of local restaurant group, Alchemy. I use my passion for cooking and wellness as fuel to help others ignite a more freeing and happy relationship with food. Learn more about Alexis!

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    1. Allison says

      July 15, 2022 at 3:37 pm

      Made a batch, took a bite, and immediately made a 2nd batch to take to share at a family party. I love how soft and light these are. Definitely did the sprinkling of salt on top. This is my new go to chocolate chip cookie recipe.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        July 18, 2022 at 5:21 pm

        Heck yes! Thanks so much for the review, Allison!

        Reply
    2. Lauren says

      April 04, 2022 at 2:22 am

      Great flavor! Unusual texture per the almond flour, more like an oatmeal cookie.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        April 04, 2022 at 11:48 am

        Almond flour tends to give a softer, cake like texture. Glad you liked them!

        Reply
    3. Alexis says

      July 26, 2021 at 3:44 pm

      Hey Maryanne! Thanks, I'll add that. Did you use super fine blanched almond flour? These cookies are soft and puffy and shouldn't be at all be gritty!

      Reply
    4. Amy (amysreflection) says

      July 05, 2021 at 2:02 am

      This is the best gluten free chocolate chip cookie recipe I’ve tried! I highly recommend you make them, too!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        July 07, 2021 at 6:40 pm

        Woot woot! Thanks a bunch, Amy!

        Reply
    5. Georgie says

      April 29, 2021 at 1:11 am

      I don’t usually like almond flour based cookies, but these are absolutely fantastic! If you are looking for a more nutrient-dense cookie recipe that can be made egg-free, these are the best!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        April 29, 2021 at 8:02 pm

        Heck yes! Thanks, Georgie!

        Reply
    6. Aveeda says

      March 15, 2021 at 1:55 am

      Absolutely LOVE these cookies! One batch is ALWAYS eaten in one day in this house- never fails. Super easy to make and so so good. My go-to when my sweet tooth screams. Thank you for this recipe!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        March 15, 2021 at 6:41 pm

        Amazing, I really appreciate that Aveeda!

        Reply
    7. Clarisa says

      March 08, 2021 at 6:30 pm

      Wowza!!! These are so good. I used GF all-purpose instead of almond & coconut because that’s what I had. I’d make, now.

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        March 08, 2021 at 8:01 pm

        I'm so glad they worked with gluten free all purpose flour! Thanks so much for letting me know, Clarisa. If you'd be up for leaving a star rating with your comment next time, that would be stellar! It helps others find my recipes 🙂 Thanks again!

        Reply
    8. Raju P says

      January 25, 2021 at 3:58 pm

      Cookies were delicious with crisp edges and soft center. Definitely will make them again. We didn’t refrigerate the dough and they still came out great.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        January 29, 2021 at 3:40 pm

        Yayyy so glad!

        Reply
    9. Janelle says

      September 10, 2020 at 5:54 pm

      Obsessed with these. So so satisfying!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    10. Kayla says

      August 31, 2020 at 6:56 am

      Delicious! I made the vegan version with coconut oil and flax egg.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        August 31, 2020 at 1:20 pm

        Yay, I love it! Thanks for letting me know, Kate.

        Reply
    11. Becca says

      June 12, 2020 at 5:51 pm

      Loved these! I used a little less almond flour and they flattened out like typical cookies! Also added sprinkles because why not 🙂

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        June 16, 2020 at 5:03 pm

        Sprinkles for the win! Thanks so much, Becca 🙂

        Reply
    12. Casey says

      May 04, 2020 at 12:42 am

      Love the light, fluffy texture of these cookies! I used all almond flour, half butter and half coconut oil, and a tad less brown sugar and they were fab! Gotta add the flaky sea salt too!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        May 04, 2020 at 12:48 pm

        Wonderful! Thanks so much, Casey!

        Reply
    13. Kailey says

      May 01, 2020 at 3:53 pm

      Just made these yesterday and they are SO GOOD! Love the soft texture of them. They are also extra BOMB right out of the freezer!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        May 01, 2020 at 8:29 pm

        Hell yes!! Thanks so much, Kailey!!

        Reply
    14. Liz says

      April 29, 2020 at 12:49 am

      Amazing. My new go to recipe for Chocolate chip cookies. We used 6 tablespoons coconut sugar and it was sweet enough for us. They melt in your mouth. You need these in your life. So delicious!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        April 29, 2020 at 10:51 pm

        Mmmmm now I want a batch! Thanks for letting me know 🙂

        Reply
    15. Kristi says

      April 17, 2020 at 7:05 pm

      Officially our favorite choc chip recipe! SO good!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        April 19, 2020 at 9:58 pm

        Wahooo! Thanks a ton, Kristi! I love to hear that.

        Reply
    16. Kristi says

      April 17, 2020 at 7:05 pm

      Officially our favorite choc chip recipe! SO good!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        April 18, 2020 at 2:05 pm

        Yayyyy! Best news. And me too 🙂

        Reply
    17. Jessie says

      April 13, 2020 at 5:29 pm

      These were so easy to make and so delicious! Everyone in my family loved them, even those who are not concerned about having a healthier cookie option. I subbed the brown sugar for regular sugar and they came out great.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        April 13, 2020 at 8:54 pm

        Yayyyy that is the ultimate compliment! You made my day, Jessie 🙂 Thanks!

        Reply
    18. Stephanie says

      April 12, 2020 at 7:49 pm

      Super easy and yummy!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        April 12, 2020 at 10:30 pm

        Yay! Thanks a ton, Stephanie 🙂

        Reply
    19. Karen says

      April 11, 2020 at 12:35 am

      These cookies are delicious!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        April 12, 2020 at 6:51 pm

        So glad you liked them!

        Reply
    20. Elise says

      April 10, 2020 at 3:49 pm

      These were so easy to whip up and cane out delicious! I used all almond flour because that’s what we had and they were crisp on the outside and chewy and soft on the outside. Will be making these again and again!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        April 13, 2020 at 3:18 pm

        Love it 🙂 Thanks a ton for coming back to review this recipe, Elise! Now I need to go make another batch.

        Reply
    21. Christiane Varga says

      April 10, 2020 at 2:05 pm

      Made these with egg substitute and coconut oil to accommodate a dairy and egg allergy, and they were perfect. The coconut oil adds a subtle depth but is not overpowering. These will be a regular in our house from now on!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        April 10, 2020 at 4:00 pm

        I love it! So glad you enjoyed them, Christiane 🙂

        Reply
    22. Nicole @ Laughing My Abs Off says

      April 09, 2020 at 5:28 pm

      Came together in a FLASH, and I refrigerated the dough for 30 minutes before baking. They were SO GOOD! My mom normally turns up her nose at "healthy desserts" and isn't the biggest fan of chocolate chip cookies, but she exclaimed how delicious they are like 8 times. And ate like 3 after dinner 😉
      They're like perfect little pillowy buttery clouds, and I dare you not to eat the raw dough. Let's just say, the whisk attachment on my mixer received a thorough cleaning before ever reaching the sink. 😉

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        April 10, 2020 at 4:01 pm

        I'm so so glad!! This is the best comment ever. Perfect pillowy buttery clouds YASSS!! You nailed it. And who actually has to clean the beaters?! LOL. Thanks, Nicole!

        Reply
    23. Sarah Tonti says

      April 07, 2020 at 1:38 am

      So so delicious! 🙂

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        April 07, 2020 at 4:56 pm

        Yay thanks Sarah!!

        Reply
    24. Amy says

      April 06, 2020 at 9:03 pm

      Holy cow these are good. Add a sprinkle of maldon sea salt on top, YOU WON’T REGRET IT!!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        April 07, 2020 at 4:58 pm

        Yay! Thanks a ton, Amy 🙂

        Reply
    25. Cassie says

      April 06, 2020 at 1:09 pm

      Made these yesterday and they were a hit! The batter was a little runnier than I think it was supposed to be (I probably measure something wrong haha)? I added a little more coconut flour and then some oats! Still turned out AMAZING.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        April 06, 2020 at 2:39 pm

        Wonderful! I'm so glad they turned out for you, Cassie!

        Reply
    26. Amy says

      April 04, 2020 at 1:59 am

      Delicious!!! My daughter made these the other day and my husband said he actually likes these better than the nestle chocolate chip cookie recipe!!! That’s a huge compliment!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        April 13, 2020 at 3:21 pm

        NO way!! That is sooooo amazing. Love that!

        Reply
    27. Jayne says

      April 02, 2020 at 11:25 pm

      So delicious! I dare you to not eat the batter! There’s something so buttery about coconut flour that I love!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        April 03, 2020 at 2:42 pm

        Hahah I'm def guilty of eating the batter!

        Reply
    28. Erin says

      February 26, 2020 at 1:25 pm

      These are our favorite healthy cookies. Absolutely delicious!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    29. Katie says

      February 04, 2020 at 2:58 pm

      I made these and they were SO GOOD! They were really moist which is difficult with an almond flour cookie. Make these! You won’t regret it!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    30. Simi says

      January 31, 2020 at 7:30 pm

      Officially our favorite chocolate chip cookies in the world!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    31. Meghan says

      January 31, 2020 at 6:55 am

      These were delicious! Toddler and husband approved, we ate them all in like 2 days. Made them vegan as well with the tips listed, thanks!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        February 04, 2020 at 2:15 pm

        Fabulous!! Love that the vegan version worked for ya.

        Reply
    32. Cynthia white says

      October 13, 2019 at 5:35 pm

      I would like to know the nutritional value of these cookies especially how many carbs are in each cookie

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        October 15, 2019 at 8:28 pm

        Hi there! I don't calculate nutrition info but feel free to enter the recipe into an online nutrition calculator like Spark Recipes. Enjoy!

        Reply
    33. Emily says

      September 24, 2019 at 2:49 am

      I’ve made these several times now and they are a huge hit! The texture is perfect.

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        September 24, 2019 at 11:49 pm

        That is awesome! I'm obsessed with the texture, too 🙂 Thanks, Emily!

        Reply
    34. Kerigan says

      September 05, 2019 at 11:03 pm

      Guyyyzz, “amazing” is in the title because Alexis only speaks the truth. And develops the HECK OUTTA this recipe. So soft and chewy that I’ve kept dough in the freezer to stick in the oven whenever I want to enjoy just that. The salt on top - essential. Thanks for blessing us with this amazing? cookie recipe!!

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        September 06, 2019 at 3:33 pm

        Awww thank you so much, Kerigan! You made my day. Salt not optional!

        Reply
    35. Hope says

      August 20, 2019 at 11:40 am

      These are so yummy! The best choc chip cookies that I have ever tasted that don’t use all purpose flour (APF) If someone didn’t know it they wouldn’t know that they weren’t made with APF. Perfect sweetness and texture. Thanks Alexis for another great recipe! 🙂

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 25, 2019 at 12:53 am

        Thank you so much for the feedback, Hope! I need go make another batch 🙂

        Reply
    36. Kirsten says

      August 11, 2019 at 10:23 pm

      Yum! I would say the best almond flour cookie I have made. My 6 year old son devoured two cookies and said they were his favorite! 🙂 I don't think this first batch is going to last very long...thinking I will be making these again in the very near future. Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 13, 2019 at 7:06 pm

        Best news ever! Thanks so much!

        Reply
    37. Megan says

      August 08, 2019 at 1:50 am

      I made these cookies tonight, and they are so good! The texture and flavor are perfect. I chilled the dough for 30 minutes before putting them in the oven as one of the suggested options. I will definitely make these again! Thank you for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 13, 2019 at 7:09 pm

        Wahooo! I'm thrilled to hear that! Now I need to make another batch 🙂

        Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 27, 2019 at 2:02 am

        Let me know what I can do to make it 5 stars!

        Reply
      • Emily C says

        January 15, 2020 at 4:05 pm

        I’ve made these cookies too many times to count, they are AMAZING!

        Reply
        • Alexis Joseph says

          January 16, 2020 at 10:19 pm

          Thank you so much, Emily!!

          Reply
        • Alexis Joseph says

          January 29, 2020 at 1:46 pm

          Hey again Emily! If you'd be so kind as to leave a star-rating, I'd really appreciate it! It's super helpful for other readers. Thanks again!

          Reply
    38. Dylan Miles says

      August 05, 2019 at 11:57 am

      We've been eating these every night as well! SO GOOD.

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 06, 2019 at 1:41 am

        Now that's what I like to hear! Love ya!

        Reply

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