Delight your taste buds with these Gluten-Free Almond Flour Lemon Cookies that are bursting with zesty lemon flavor and a hint of sweetness. These cookies are perfect for anyone looking for a delicious gluten-free and dairy-free treat.
Author:nadia
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:20 minutes
Yield:18 cookies 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
2cups almond flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
1/3cup honey or maple syrup
1/4cup coconut oil (melted)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional:
powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking soda, and salt.
Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, mix the honey (or maple syrup), melted coconut oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Combine wet and dry ingredients: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until a soft dough forms.
Shape the cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough and roll into balls. Place on the baking sheet and flatten slightly with your palm or the bottom of a glass.
Bake: Bake for 9–11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Cool and dust: Let the cookies cool completely on the pan before transferring. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.