These Almond Butter Cookies will have you wanting more and more!
I just realized I should call these cookies ABCs–Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies. It is not an understatement when I say these are the best cookies that have come out of my kitchen in a long time. They emerge from the oven puffy and golden brown, but they sink into the pretty cracks as they cool. I halved the recipe to make just 1 dozen cookies (because that’s what I do!), but I immediately regretted it. I wanted more more more. A little portion control was absolutely in order, because 12 giant cookies is a bit much.
Why you’ll love this Almond Butter Cookies Recipe
I used all-natural, unsalted almond butter. Yes, I had to stir it. But I don’t regret it. I have made these with chopped chocolate bars, chocolate chips and chocolate chunks. All are equally delicious, so use your favorite! The sea salt sprinkle on top is entirely optional. I’ve found you have to be under the age of 32 to appreciate salty desserts. Just my unscientific research lately.
Almond Butter Cookie ingredients
Flour. One cup of all-purpose flour that has been fluffed, scooped and leveled with a spoon. Baking Powder. For lift and fluffy cookies. Baking Soda. Baking soda helps cooks rise and spread a bit while baking. Butter. We’re using just half a stick of butter and almond butter for the rest of the dough. Almond Butter. One-third cup of all-natural almond butter. I use an all-natural one that is super drippy and needs to be stirred well before measuring. Brown Sugar. You can use light or dark brown sugar for this cookie, but dark is my favorite. The extra molasses is so good with the almond butter. Egg. One large egg, beaten. Vanilla. Real, pure vanilla extract is the best for baking cookies. Chocolate Chips. You can use 1 cup of chocolate chips, chocolate chunks, or chopped chocolate–your choice.
How to make Almond Butter Cookies
Preheat the oven and have a cookie sheet lined with a silicone mat ready.
Best Almond Butter Cookies Recipe variations
Nut Butter - You can use any type of runny, drippy nut butter in these cookies to customize them. Chocolate - Chop up your favorite chocolate bar (even a flavored one) to elevate these cookies.
Storing Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Freshly baked cookies stay soft for up to 3 days on the counter at room temperature if stored in an air-tight container. Do not store in the fridge. You can freeze unbaked dough; bake from frozen, adding 1-2 minutes of extra baking time. You can also freeze already baked cookies flat, and defrost at room temperature for a few hours before serving. Make these cookies!
