vegan almond flour cookies are only FIVE ingredients!
Guys – you NEED to make these vegan almond flour cookies, stat!
why I love these cookies so much!
This is a reboot of a recipe I posted 6 years ago, that I’ve made often but never re-photographed. But as luck would have it I was cleaning out the fridge and had JUST enough almond flour to make a half-batch. So here we are!
There is MUCH to love about these insanely easy cookies beyond the fact that yes, they are only 5 ingredients! To start, they are not only vegan, but also gluten free and refined sugar free. The only “equipment” you need are a bowl and spoon, and the batter comes together in under 5 minutes. They are lightly sweet, chewy (like a macaroon), and full of flavor, thanks to the almond flour.
why I love almond flour so much!
If you follow me here you know that I am a fan of “alternative” flours – especially almond and coconut flours. I’ve been “mostly” gluten free for many years now, but never really loved the texture from even the best cup-for-cup gluten free flour blends. Instead, I’ve sought out recipes that eliminate the need for flour altogether, or ones that contain almond or coconut flour. The bonus of these flours is the delicious flavor they add, along with lots of nutrients.
what are the five ingredients in these cookies?
almond flour
maple syrup
baking powder
vanilla extract
flaky sea salt
how do you make vegan almond flour cookies?
Simply combine all the ingredients except the salt in a bowl and stir. Scoop onto a baking sheet and flatten the scoops. Sprinkle with a bit of flaky sea salt and bake!
frequently asked questions!
can I use almond meal instead of almond flour (and what's the difference)?
can I make my own almond flour?
can I add in any mix-ins to the batter?
can I substitute coconut flour for the almond flour?
I don't have baking powder - can I use baking soda instead?
can I eat the cookie dough?
You “could” – there are no raw ingredients to worry about – but it tastes much better baked, IMHO.
I hope you make these cookies and love them as much as I do. For a recipe that’s grain free, dairy free and dead simple it is a winner in my book, and if you’ve never used almond flour before this is a perfect place to start!
Vegan Almond Flour Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees; line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place all of the ingredients except the sea salt in a medium bowl. Use a spoon to mix till well-blended (the dough will be sticky).
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to scoop mounds onto your prepared baking sheet.
- Flatten the cookies slightly with the bottom of a measuring cup (lightly dipping the cup in water will minimize sticking) and sprinkle with some of the flaky sea salt.
- Bake for 8 - 10 minutes, or till golden brown around the edges. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- This recipe has been lightly adapted from the original, from The Kitchn.
- Feel free to add any mix-ins that you like to the dough - chocolate chips, dried fruit or chopped nuts!
- You can make your own almond flour - here's the recipe!
- If you'd like to try baking with coconut flour, you'll love these chocolate chip cookies!
Nutrition
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