Description
Almond Flour Lemon Cookies are a light, citrusy treat made with almond flour, coconut oil, and maple syrup. These cookies are topped with a healthy lemon glaze for an extra burst of lemony goodness, making them a perfect guilt-free indulgence.
Ingredients
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- For the Cookies:
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1/2 tbsp lemon zest
- For the Healthy Lemon Glaze Icing:
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted but not hot
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp vanilla protein powder
- 1 tbsp lemon zest, for sprinkling on top
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine the almond flour, baking powder, and sea salt. Mix well.
- Add the maple syrup, melted coconut oil, lemon juice, vanilla, and lemon zest to the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough forms.
- Use a spoon to scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Gently flatten each ball with your fingers or the back of a spoon.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the cookies are firm to the touch.
- While the cookies are baking, prepare the healthy lemon glaze icing by mixing together the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, lemon juice, and vanilla protein powder in a small bowl. Stir until smooth and well combined.
- Once the cookies are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack.
- Once the cookies have cooled, drizzle the healthy lemon glaze over the top of each cookie and sprinkle with additional lemon zest for extra flavor.
- Enjoy these tangy, sweet cookies as a snack or dessert!
Notes
- If you prefer a sweeter glaze, you can add more maple syrup to taste.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or in the fridge for longer freshness.
- For an extra crunch, you can add a few chopped almonds on top of the glaze before it sets.
- This recipe can be easily doubled or halved based on your needs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg