These little cookies, along with the Honey Yum recipe that I shared last month, have become the go-to treats for me. They're simple, satisfying, and made with ingredients that are on my personal "yes" list. I use all organic ingredients because I believe in the importance of knowing where my food comes from. And let me tell you, Bob's Red Mill Fine Ground Almond Flour is my favorite for this recipe! It is fine ground, which gives these cookies the perfect texture.

Even though they're technically shortbread, they have a delightful hint of an Italian almond cookie. It's that subtle, nutty sweetness that's really satisfying. I recently brought a batch into the office, and they were a hit! It was great to see everyone enjoy them, especially since most of my team doesn't follow a gluten-free diet. We also have a teammate with celiac disease, so it's always nice to have something we can all share.

Almond Pecan Shortbread Cookies

Ingredients:

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (160 degrees Celsius).
  2. Melt the Coconut Oil: Melt the coconut oil. You can do this in a microwave-safe bowl in short bursts or in a small saucepan over low heat.
  3. Combine Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the melted coconut oil, almond flour, maple syrup, chopped pecans, a pinch of salt, and a splash of vanilla extract. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated and a dough forms.
  4. Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  5. Form Cookie Dough Balls: Using your hands or a cookie scoop, form the dough into 8 equal-sized balls.
  6. Place on Baking Sheet: Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
  7. Flatten the Cookies: Gently press each dough ball down with your fingers or the back of a spoon to flatten them slightly.
  8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  9. Cool Completely: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to cool completely on the sheet before handling. They will firm up as they cool.
  10. Enjoy! Once cooled, these cookies will be crispy on the outside and slightly chewy in the middle.

While I love the pecan flavor, I encourage you to explore other ingredients that align with your dietary needs.

I hope you enjoy these cookies as much as I do! You can download the printable recipe cards and the gift tags for this special little cookie and share them with others, too.