My Favorite Almond Joy Cookies Lighter
Indulge in the rich, nutty, and chocolatey flavors of "My Favorite Almond Joy Cookies Lighter," a healthier twist on the classic candy-inspired treat! These cookies combine unsweetened shredded coconut, almond flour, dark chocolate chips, and whole almonds for a naturally gluten-free, protein-packed dessert. Sweetened with just a touch of honey and bound together with frothy egg whites, they offer a soft, chewy texture with a crisp, golden edge. Ready in under 25 minutes, these lighter Almond Joy cookies are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt. Serve them as a snack, dessert, or even a midday pick-me-up, and enjoy the balance of wholesome ingredients and indulgent flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsweetened shredded coconut
- 0.75 cup Almond flour
- 0.5 cup Dark chocolate chips (70% cacao or higher)
- 0.25 cup Whole almonds
- 2 large Egg whites
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the unsweetened shredded coconut, almond flour, dark chocolate chips, and whole almonds. Stir until well mixed.
In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the egg whites, honey, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture is frothy and well combined. This will help bind the cookie ingredients together.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and gently fold together until evenly coated. The dough will be sticky, which is normal.
Using a spoon or cookie scoop, portion the dough into 12 equal mounds and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
Lightly press down on each mound with the back of a spoon to flatten slightly into a cookie shape.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your lighter Almond Joy cookies as a guilt-free treat! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1571 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.6 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.4 g | 367% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 738 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 129.3 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.4 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 82.9 g | ||
| Protein | 28.7 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 203 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 16.6 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 1509 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
