Gluten-free and grain-free, these Easy Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies are like a miracle for anyone in your life who is gluten-free and misses good ol’ chocolate chip cookies. I have a lot of family members who can’t have gluten, so I am always looking for/creating recipes that they can have when they come to visit. Grandma’s Monster Cookies are another fantastic cookie recipe they really enjoy!
The flavor and texture of these Easy Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies are fantastic. They are chewy and buttery with just the right amount of sweet/salty to make you want to eat one more, and then one more, and then one more…
I can’t tell you how strongly I suggest you make these. Even if you can have gluten, these are absolutely delicious cookies. And just think, with all that protein from the almond flour, they are basically a health food. 🙂
More of my Favorite Gluten-Free Recipes
- The Best Baked Oatmeal
- Crazy Good Pork and Potatoes
- Cheesy Ham and Potato Breakfast Casserole
- Copycat Chipotle Cilantro Lime Rice
- Million Dollar Zucchini Skillet
- Greek Bowl Recipe
- Columbian Style Pico de Gallo {Aji Picante}
STEP-BY-STEP PHOTOS ON HOW TO MAKE EASY ALMOND FLOUR CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
Frequently Asked Questions about how to make Easy Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
what is almond flour?
Almond flour is made from ground almonds. First, the almonds are boiled to remove the skins. Then the almonds are ground and sifted to make a fine flour-like consistency.
can I substitute the almond flour for another gluten-free flour?
For the best quality and flavor, I recommend using almond flour in this recipe. Make sure you use almond flour and not almond meal, which is made with the skin still on the almonds.
Do you recommend doubling this recipe?
Absolutely. If your family is anything like mine, these cookies won’t last long around the house. You can even roll the dough into balls and freeze them to bake later.
can I add nuts to this recipe?
Yes, you can. I recommend adding 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans to the dough.
how should I store the cookies?
In an airtight container on the counter for up to a week.
chef’s tools:
Must-Make Chocolate Chip Cookies
- ½ cup salted butter
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 2½ cups almond flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat mat. Set aside.
- In a microwave-safe 2-quart bowl, slightly melt the butter in the microwave.
- Next, add the brown sugar and stir with a fork until creamy.
- Add the egg and vanilla. Mix well.
- Now add the almond flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix again until all combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Use a 1½ tbsp cookie scoop to place balls of dough 2 inches apart on the prepared cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 minutes.
- Let cool for 1-2 minutes on the cookie sheet before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Enjoy!
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Thanks Maria. I have bean looking for a good cookie that is gluten free. These sound delish
Yay! You will love these, they have such a delicious flavor and chewy texture!
Ingredient list says baking powder. Directions say baking soda. Please clarify. Thank you.
I’m sorry about the confusion Grete, it’s baking soda. I will fix it right now. Thank you for letting me know about the mistake.
These are just heavenly! Thank you for such a delicious, gluten free recipe! Even those of us in our family who aren’t gluten free loved them. And thank you for always being so sweet and gentle in your replies–even when people aren’t as courteous. I’m so happy to have found your site and look forward to trying many more of your recipes!
Thank you Phyllis! You just made my day. We moved this summer and I have neglected catching up on answering comments. Your sweet comment was just what I needed today!