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heavenly almond joy cookies
Mirha Pretty

Almond Joy Cookies Recipe

These Almond Joy Cookies are chewy, chocolatey, and loaded with coconut and almonds. They taste just like the classic candy bar but in soft cookie form. Rich chocolate chips melt into sweet coconut for the perfect bite. Great for holidays, bake sales, or whenever cravings hit.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 3/4 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup chopped almonds

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Add egg and vanilla and mix until combined.
  4. Stir in flour, baking soda, and salt until just incorporated.
  5. Fold in shredded coconut, chocolate chips, and chopped almonds.
  6. Scoop dough onto baking sheet, spacing cookies evenly.
  7. Bake 10–12 minutes until edges turn golden.
  8. Cool on baking sheet 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Do not overbake to keep cookies chewy.
  • Toast almonds lightly for a deeper flavor.
  • Use dark chocolate chips for a richer taste.
  • Store airtight up to 5 days or freeze up to 2 months.

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