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Almond Flour Dessert That Is Naturally Gluten-Free - Soft, Chewy Almond Blondies

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 16 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/2 cups (250 g) fine almond flour (blanched for best texture)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
  • 3/4 cup (150 g) firmly packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar (or coconut sugar for a deeper flavor)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional but recommended)
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (or chopped dark chocolate)
  • 1/3 cup chopped toasted almonds (optional for crunch)

Instructions
 

  • Prep the pan. Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment, leaving overhang for easy lifting. Lightly grease the sides.
  • Mix the dry ingredients. In a medium bowl, whisk almond flour, baking soda, and salt until no lumps remain.
  • Combine the wet ingredients. In a large bowl, whisk melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until glossy and smooth, about 30 seconds. Whisk in eggs, vanilla, and almond extract until fully combined.
  • Bring it together. Add the dry ingredients to the wet. Stir with a spatula just until no dry spots remain. Fold in chocolate chips and almonds.
  • Spread and smooth. Transfer batter to the prepared pan. Smooth the top with an offset spatula; it will be thick.
  • Bake. Bake for 20–24 minutes, until the edges are set and golden and the center looks slightly puffed. A toothpick should come out with a few moist crumbs.
  • Cool and slice. Let the pan cool on a rack for at least 30 minutes. Use the parchment to lift out. Slice into 12–16 squares.