Get ready to transform your baking game with these irresistible Raisin Almond Cookie Puffs that promise to tantalize your taste buds and fill your kitchen with an intoxicating aroma! Imagine biting into a soft, pillowy cookie that perfectly balances the nutty richness of almond flour with sweet, plump raisins - a combination so divine, it'll make your dessert dreams come true. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a curious novice, these cookies are your ticket to becoming a home baking superstar!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of almond flour and 1/2 cup of sugar. Mix well until the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Add 1/4 cup of softened butter to the bowl. Using a hand mixer or a fork, cream the butter into the flour and sugar mixture until it becomes light and fluffy.
- Crack 1 egg into the mixture and add 1 teaspoon of almond extract. Mix until the egg is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
- Sprinkle in 1/4 teaspoon of salt and mix again to combine all the ingredients evenly.
- Fold in 1/2 cup of raisins gently into the dough, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Using a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving enough space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the tops have set.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your delicious Raisin Almond Cookie Puffs with a cup of tea or coffee!
Tips
- For extra softness, ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted - room temperature is key!
- Gently fold raisins to prevent breaking them and distribute them evenly throughout the dough.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Don't overbake - remove cookies when edges are just golden to maintain their signature puff and softness.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to prevent crumbling.
- For a gourmet touch, consider toasting your raisins briefly before adding them to enhance their flavor.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 90kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 15mg
