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Gluten Free Sugar Cookies Freshly Baked

Gluten free sugar cookies best recipe

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
  • Total Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These soft and chewy gluten-free sugar cookies are a must-try! Made with a perfect blend of almond and coconut flour, they have the right balance of crisp edges and a tender center. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures that everyone can enjoy homemade sugar cookies, even without gluten!


Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups almond flour
  • ½ cup coconut flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (or dairy-free alternative)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp xanthan gum (optional, helps with texture)

Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat & Prepare

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

2️⃣ Mix the Dry Ingredients

  • In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, salt, and xanthan gum (if using).

3️⃣ Cream the Butter & Sugar

  • In another bowl, beat butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Stir in vanilla extract.

4️⃣ Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients

  • Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
  • Mix until a smooth, slightly sticky dough forms.

5️⃣ Chill the Dough (Recommended)

  • Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes.
  • This helps with rolling and cutting.

6️⃣ Roll & Cut the Dough

  • Lightly flour a surface with gluten-free flour or powdered sugar.
  • Roll out the dough to ¼-inch thickness.
  • Use cookie cutters to shape cookies and transfer them to a prepared baking sheet.

7️⃣ Bake to Perfection

  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown.
  • Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

  • For softer cookies: Use an extra egg yolk and reduce baking time slightly.
  • For crispier cookies: Roll the dough thinner and bake a minute longer.
  • Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 1.5g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

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