Description
These Almond Joy Air Fryer Cookies combine the classic flavors of coconut, chocolate, and almonds in a soft, chewy cookie made quickly and conveniently using an air fryer. Perfect for a delightful snack or dessert, these cookies come together with simple ingredients and minimal fuss, delivering a warm, golden treat in under 30 minutes.
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: Set your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and let it preheat for about 5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set this mixture aside.
- Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add egg and vanilla: Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract into the butter-sugar mixture, beating well until fully combined.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing. Then fold in the shredded coconut and semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly.
- Form the cookies: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion out the cookie dough and roll into balls. Arrange the cookie dough balls on a piece of parchment paper or directly into the air fryer basket, spacing them about one inch apart to allow expansion.
- Add almonds: Press a whole almond gently into the center of each cookie dough ball for added crunch and the signature Almond Joy element.
- Air fry the cookies: Cook the cookies in the preheated air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 6 to 8 minutes. Begin checking at 6 minutes to ensure edges turn golden brown and centers are set, adjusting the time as needed based on your air fryer model.
- Cool and serve: Carefully remove the cooked cookies from the air fryer and transfer them to a wire rack to cool. Once cooled slightly, enjoy your delicious Almond Joy cookies.
Notes
- Ensure cookies are spaced adequately in the air fryer basket to prevent sticking and uneven cooking.
- Check cookies at the minimum cook time since air fryer temperatures can vary.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Adding a pinch of salt in the dough can enhance the chocolate and coconut flavors if desired.
