Bakery Style Almond Joy Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic candy bar! These cookies are thick, chewy, and filled with flavors of chocolate, coconut, and almonds. They are easy to make, and the whole family will love them. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies will satisfy your sweet tooth!
How to Make Bakery Style Almond Joy Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
- 1 cup whole almonds (or chopped almonds)
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the shredded coconut, chocolate chips, and almonds until evenly distributed in the dough.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
How to Serve Bakery Style Almond Joy Cookies
Serve these cookies warm with a glass of milk or alongside your favorite ice cream. They also make a great dessert for parties, or you can enjoy them as a sweet treat during the day.
How to Store Bakery Style Almond Joy Cookies
Once cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They will stay fresh for up to a week. If you want them to last longer, you can freeze them for up to three months!
Tips to Make Bakery Style Almond Joy Cookies
- Make sure the butter is softened but not melted for the best texture.
- Don’t overmix the dough once you add the dry ingredients; this keeps the cookies soft.
- If you want extra chocolate, feel free to add more chocolate chips!
Variation
You can change things up by using different nuts like pecans or walnuts. If you love peanut butter, you could add some peanut butter chips instead of chocolate chips for a new flavor! Enjoy experimenting with this simple recipe!