Almond Cookies (Refined Sugar-Free)
These Almond Cookies are naturally sweetened with dates and made without refined sugar. Along with being a popular Lunar New Year dessert, they symbolize prosperity and are rich in healthy fats and fiber from almonds.
Ingredients
- 6 pitted dates
- ⅓ cup almonds
- 100 mL soy milk
- 2 cups almond flour
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- 1 Tbsp maple syrup, adjust level to sweetness preference
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 egg, for egg wash
- 8 almonds, for pressing onto the cookies
Instructions Start Cooking
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a blender, combine the dates, almonds, and soy milk. Blend until smooth and thick.6 pitted dates, ⅓ cup almonds, 100 mL soy milk
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all the dry ingredients. Add the almond-date mixture and mix until a dough forms.2 cups almond flour, ¼ tsp cinnamon, 1 tsp baking powder, ½ tsp salt
- Knead the dough until fully combined. If the dough feels too dry, add a small splash of soy milk until it just comes together and holds its shape.1 Tbsp maple syrup, 1 Tbsp olive oil
- Line a 9”×13” baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll the dough into evenly sized balls and place them on the baking sheet. Gently press each ball to flatten slightly, then press a whole almond into the center.8 almonds
- Lightly brush the tops with beaten egg wash.1 egg
- Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes. Increase the oven temperature to 375°F and bake for an additional 3–5 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet before serving.
Notes
When forming the dough, add more flour or milk/oil as necessary to get the dough consistency to form.
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