Introduction
These gluten-free orange and almond cookies are a delightful treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their vibrant color, zesty flavor, and buttery texture, these cookies are sure to impress. This recipe is easy to follow and requires minimal ingredients.
Ingredients:
- Almond flour: 2 cups (200g)
- Granulated sugar: ½ cup (100g)
- Salt: a pinch (⅛ tsp.)
- Orange zest: from half an orange
- Orange juice: 1/4 cup (60ml)
- Butter, softened: ½ cup (100g)
- Egg: 1 large egg
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp.
Instructions:
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, granulated sugar, salt, and orange zest.
- Add wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the orange juice, softened butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Form cookies: Drop by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips:
- For a stronger orange flavor, you can increase the amount of orange zest or juice.
- If you don’t have almond flour, you can make your own by grinding almonds in a food processor.
- To make these cookies vegan, use vegan butter and a flax egg.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Enjoy your delicious gluten-free orange and almond cookies!