Description
Savor the bright, zesty flavor of these Almond Flour Lemon Cookies, where nutty almond flour meets refreshing lemon for a delightful treat. Each cookie boasts a crisp edge and a chewy center that melts in your mouth, making them perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying during quiet moments. Simple to whip up with minimal ingredients, these cookies are a must-try for anyone seeking a taste of sunshine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp lemon zest (freshly grated)
- 3 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together almond flour, sugar, and baking powder until well combined.
- In another bowl, beat the egg, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients while stirring gently to form a cohesive dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop heaping spoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Allow cooling on a wire rack before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 0.8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg