Soft and Chewy Almond Butter Cookies

These easy, soft and chewy Almond Butter Cookies are about to push those traditional Peanut Butter Cookies to the side! Delicious, soft and chewy, with the original hashtag mark. Using ingredients such as soft, smooth almond butter, flour, and powdered sugar ensure for a light and fluffy cookie perfect for dunking in milk.

The Original Hashtag

Whenever I see a hashtag, I will forever be reminded that it first came about as a pound sign on a phone, and even before that – in my the form of my mother’s Peanut Butter Cookies. Bringing this tradition of cookie making into my family structure is important – of course with a few twists. These soft and chewy Almond Butter Cookies are super kid friendly, and much softer than the original Peanut Butter Cookie. The secret to the fluffy texture of these Almond Butter Cookies is the smooth, creamy Almond Butter and the use of powered sugar instead of granulated.

Can I use Almond Butter instead of Peanut Butter in Cookies?

While I’m not sure about the direct transfer of amounts etc. this Almond Butter Cookie recipe shows that you can in fact use Almond Butter instead of Peanut Butter to make a similar style cookie. The sweetness level of the Almond Butter Cookie is a bit muted compared to a traditional Peanut Butter Cookie, but it is rich and not lacking in flavor. And how can you not just fall head over heels for the beautiful speckles of natural Almond in the cookie. There were no added spices in the way of cinnamon, nutmeg etc. simply the Almond Butter in a jar giving it the unique look, texture, and taste.

How to Create the Signature Marks on an Almond Butter Cookie

Back before hashtags were cool and used as part of search engines, they came on top of Peanut Butter cookies. Prior to being deemed a hashtag, this signature look was referred to as a pound sign or tic tac toe. To create this signature look on an Almond Butter Cookie or Peanut Butter Cookie, you’ll follow these simple steps:

• Round a spoonful of cookie dough in your hand and place on the baking sheet.
• Dip a fork in flour to prevent sticking, and press down on the ball of cookie dough horizontally, and then again vertically.
• For best results, chill your cookie for about 15-30 minutes prior to baking in the oven. Helps to maintain the shape but not completely necessary.
• The harder you push, the more defined your mark will be.
• Use easy, steady, firm pressure when pressing with the fork. You do not want the fork going all the way through the cookie, and you will notice the dough starts to tear a bit on the edges. That’s okay.
• This is a great step in the process to get kids involved in!
  Almond Butter Cookies

  This Soft and Chewy Almond Butter Cookies recipe is an easy twist on the classic Peanut Butter Cookie. A light tan in color lends well to the fluffiness you enjoy sinking your teeth and taste-buds into this kid-friendly holiday cookie. 

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  Author: Katie Chase

  Ingredients

  • 1 jar 16oz jar of smooth Almond Butter
  • 1/2 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1-1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 2 eggs

  Instructions

  • Pre-heat oven to 350 F. 
  • In a small to medium sauce pan, over medium-low heat, mix together Almond Butter, vanilla extract and 1/4 cup of heavy cream. As the almond butter begins to loosen and smooth, add the additional heavy cream 1/4 cup at a time. 
  • Add powdered sugar to a mixing bowl. Then add warm Almond Butter mixture to the bowl and stir until combined. Remove one cup of the combined mixture. Set aside to cool completely. *Only one cup of this mixture is needed for this recipe. Use the left over to create either MORE cookies or this recipe.*
  • In a separate, larger bowl, combine the flour, and baking soda. Mix.
  • Add the eggs to 1 cup of the sugar mixture from step 3. Then add the sugar mixture to the flour bowl and stir until combined. Mixture will be fluffy in texture. 
  • Using a 1.5 inch mellon-baller or some equivalent, scoop cookie dough and roll into balls. Place them on a parchment lined baking sheet for best results. Using a floured fork, create the signature hashtag mark. 
  • Bake for 12-14 minutes. Enjoy with a glass of milk.