Description
Delight in these easy-to-make Almond Joy Air Fryer Cookies, combining rich chocolate, sweet shredded coconut, and crunchy almonds baked to perfection using an air fryer for a quick, delicious treat.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-ins and Toppings
- 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 12 whole almonds
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning.
- Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add egg and vanilla: Mix in the large egg and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and fully combined.
- Mix dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing. Then fold in the shredded coconut and chocolate chips evenly.
- Form cookie dough balls: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion out the dough and roll into balls. Place them onto parchment paper or directly into the air fryer basket, spacing each about 1 inch apart to allow for spreading.
- Add almond topping: Press one whole almond into the center of each cookie dough ball gently to embed it.
- Air fry the cookies: Cook the cookies in the preheated air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 6-8 minutes. Check after 6 minutes to avoid overcooking; the edges should be golden brown and the centers set.
- Cool and serve: Carefully remove the cookies and let them cool on a wire rack before enjoying to allow them to firm up.
Notes
- Ensure your air fryer is properly preheated for even baking.
- Spacing the cookies about 1 inch apart helps them bake evenly without sticking.
- Check the cookies at 6 minutes as air fryer models vary in heat intensity.
- Cooling on a wire rack prevents sogginess by allowing air circulation.
- For a coconut-free variation, omit shredded coconut and replace with chopped nuts if desired.
- Using parchment paper can help prevent sticking but verify your air fryer’s usage guidelines.
