Imagine sinking your teeth into a perfectly baked cookie that combines the rich, deep flavor of chocolate with the luxurious essence of almonds. These Chocolate Almond Swirl Cookies are not just a treat; they're a culinary experience that will transport your taste buds to a world of pure indulgence. With their stunning marbled appearance and irresistible aroma, these cookies are guaranteed to become the star of any dessert table, leaving your friends and family begging for more!
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 42 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup almond extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract and almond extract, ensuring ingredients are fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder to remove any lumps.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to make it easier to handle and prevent spreading during baking.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
- Gently swirl the top of each cookie with a knife to create a marbled effect, blending the chocolate and almond flavors.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are set and centers are slightly soft.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture.
- Chill the dough before baking to prevent excessive spreading and maintain the cookie's shape.
- Use a light hand when swirling to create beautiful marbled patterns without over-mixing.
- For extra almond flavor, consider toasting some sliced almonds and sprinkling them on top before baking.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder and pure almond extract for the most intense flavor.
- Don't overbake - the cookies should look slightly soft in the center when you remove them from the oven.
- Let cookies cool completely to develop their full flavor and achieve the perfect texture.
- Store in an airtight container with a piece of bread to keep them soft and fresh.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 40mg
