Description
Almond Joy Cookies are a delightful treat inspired by the classic candy bar, combining sweetened coconut, condensed milk, almonds, and rich semi-sweet chocolate chips. These easy-to-make cookies boast a chewy texture with a perfect balance of nutty and chocolate flavors, baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 1 (14 ounce) bag sweetened flaked coconut
- 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 2/3 cup salted roasted almonds, lightly chopped
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line cookie sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweetened flaked coconut, sweetened condensed milk, chopped salted roasted almonds, and semi-sweet chocolate chips. Stir until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated to form a cookie dough mixture.
- Form Cookies: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, portion the dough into small mounds on the prepared cookie sheets. Wet your hands with water to help shape each mound into a rounded cookie, slightly flattening the top for even baking.
- Bake Cookies: Place the cookie sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 14 minutes, or until the edges turn a golden brown color, indicating the cookies are cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet. This helps the cookies set properly before transferring them to a wire rack or serving plate.
Notes
- Wetting your hands before shaping the cookies prevents the sticky dough from adhering to your skin.
- Be sure to lightly chop the almonds to maintain a nice crunch without overpowering the cookie texture.
- You can substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark or milk chocolate chips according to your preference.
- For extra coconut flavor, toast the flaked coconut lightly before mixing.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days for best freshness.
