Almond Butter Blossom Cups

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond butter
• ½ cup coconut sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ¼ tsp almond extract
• 2 eggs
• ½ cup almond flour
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 cup dark chocolate (Enjoy Life 69% chips work perfectly)

Optional Holiday Touch:

• Crushed candy canes or toffee pieces.

 

Instructions:

1. Prepare for Baking:
   • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
   • Lightly grease a baking sheet with coconut oil or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix Ingredients:
   • In a mixing bowl, combine almond butter, coconut sugar, vanilla extract, and almond extract until smooth.
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together almond flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
3. Shape the Cookies:
   • Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough and roll into balls. Slightly flatten each ball and press your thumb or the back of a spoon into the center to create a small depression.
4. Bake:
   • Place cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown. Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet, then chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up.
5. Add the Chocolate:
   • Melt the dark chocolate in the microwave or on the stove top, stirring every 15-20 seconds until smooth. Let the chocolate cool slightly for about 10 minutes, then spoon it into the depressions of the cooled cookies.
6. Garnish (Optional):
   • While the chocolate is still soft, sprinkle crushed candy canes or toffee for a festive presentation.
7. Store and Serve:
   • Store the cookies in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Serve chilled or at room temperature.