Welcome to a delightful twist on the classic cookie experience! These Coconut Almond Orange Cookies are a fusion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds with every bite. With a perfect balance of nutty almond butter, sweet maple syrup, and zesty orange zest, these cookies offer a refreshing departure from the ordinary. Plus, they're gluten-free and dairy-free, making them a wholesome treat for everyone to enjoy. Easy to make and even easier to devour, let's dive into this recipe and indulge in the irresistible charm of these homemade delights.
Gluten free coconut cookies
These coconut almond orange gluten free cookies are just so good as a snack or sweet breakfast! They are pretty simple to make so you have nothing to lose when you whip them up yourself!
Ingredients
These yummy cookies are made with unsweetened desiccated coconut, orange zest, and almond butter. To make the cookies sweet, I used maple syrup and I also added vanilla, a pinch of salt, and baking powder. The outcome is just divine! I like to incorporate orange zest in my desserts during winter. I think it adds freshness and a really good flavor to any baked good. You can also make these cookies lemony instead if you prefer, just use lemon zest.
Another replaceable ingredient is almond butter - you can change it to any other nut butter, some have a stronger flavor (like peanut butter or tahini) and might change the outcome of cookies.
The recipe is flourless. The shredded coconut works as the flour. The recipe is also vegan, it has no eggs or milk in it. Therefore, these cookies are parve and fit as your weekend dessert too.
Process
The process of making the cookies include mixing all ingredients together and shaping the batter to small balls. Bake for 9-10 minutes and that's it. You can enjoy these cookies in 15 minutes from now if you have all ingredients in your kitchen. Now that sounds like a win to me.
The cookies grow a bit while baking thanks to the baking powder. Don’t leave the kitchen when baking the cookies though, they brown very quickly and you might need to bake them for less time, depending on your oven. I rotate the pan after 5 minutes to get an even color on all sides, it again depends on your oven and how it works.
Tips for Perfect Coconut Almond Orange Cookies:
Quality Ingredients
Opt for high-quality almond butter, pure maple syrup, and fresh oranges to enhance the flavor profile of your cookies.
Consistency is Key
Ensure that your almond butter is well mixed with the maple syrup to achieve a smooth and uniform batter consistency.
Even Baking
Rotate the baking pan halfway through baking to ensure even color and texture across all cookies.
Watch the Time
Keep a close eye on the cookies as they bake to prevent overcooking. They should be lightly golden on the edges when done.
Cool Completely
Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack before storing them in an airtight container. This helps maintain their chewy texture.
Room Temperature Ingredients
Using room temperature almond butter and maple syrup will make it easier to mix the ingredients thoroughly.
Get Creative
Feel free to customize your cookies by adding extras like chopped almonds, chocolate chips, or dried fruit for added texture and flavor.
Storage
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze them for longer shelf life.
Enjoy Fresh
While these cookies can be stored, they are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven for maximum flavor and texture.
FAQS
Yes, you can substitute almond butter with other nut butters like cashew butter or peanut butter, but keep in mind that it will alter the flavor slightly.
Maple syrup adds a unique flavor to these cookies, but you can substitute it with honey or agave syrup if desired.
While the orange zest adds a refreshing citrus flavor, you can omit it if you prefer or substitute it with lemon zest for a different twist.
Absolutely! Feel free to add chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or dried fruit to customize the cookies to your liking. Just fold them into the batter before shaping the dough into balls.
Yes, these cookies are naturally gluten-free since they don't contain any flour.
Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. You can also freeze them for longer storage.
Yes, you can prepare the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it until ready to bake. Alternatively, you can bake the cookies ahead of time and store them until needed.
Yes, you can easily double or even triple the recipe to make a larger batch of cookies.
It's possible that you overbaked the cookies or didn't measure the ingredients accurately. Try reducing the baking time slightly and ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
Other recipes to try:
For more cookie recipes, check out my cookie recipe index.
Or, for more gluten free recipes, check out my Gluten free recipe index.
Recipe yields approximately 20 cookies, depending on the size you make them.
The cookies are saved best in an airtight container for up to a week, at my home they were gone after a few days.
Bake these coconut almond orange cookies today!
Indulge in a baking adventure that promises both flavor and delight! These Coconut Almond Orange Cookies are the epitome of irresistible charm, offering a unique blend of almond butter richness, maple syrup sweetness, and vibrant orange zest. With just a handful of simple ingredients and a quick baking time, there's no reason to resist the temptation to whip up a batch right now. Treat yourself to the warm aroma wafting from the oven and the satisfaction of sinking your teeth into these soft, chewy delights. Don't wait another moment; let's embark on a journey of homemade bliss and savor the sweet rewards of these delectable cookies today.
Coconut Almond Orange Cookies (GF & Vegan)
Ingredients
- ½ cup almond butter
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- pinch of salt
- 1½ cups unsweetened desiccated coconut
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or paste
- zest of one orange
Instructions
- Set the oven to 170°C / 325°F with the fan.
- In a mixing bowl add the almond butter and maple syrup and mix well.
- Add the salt, baking powder, vanilla, orange zest, and unsweetened desiccated coconut.
- Mix well to a unified batter.
- With your hands, create small balls of the batter.
- Place the balls on a baking pan lined with baking paper.
- Bake the cookies for 9-10 minutes.
- Rotate the pan in the oven after 5 minutes of baking if you feel it's needed to get even color.
- Cool the cookies at room temperature and save them in an airtight container.
- Have a cookie and enjoy!
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