1. What can I substitute for eggs in this recipe?

Replace 1 egg with ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce. OR Mix 1 tablespoon chia seeds with 2.5 tablespoons water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until gel-like.

2. Can I make these cookies gluten-free?

Yes! Use plant-based butter, a flax egg, and non-dairy milk to create a vegan version of these cookies.

Almond Cranberry Cookies

Name: Almond Cranberry Cookies
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour; ¾-1 cup granulated of sugar; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; ½ teaspoon nutmeg; ½ teaspoon ground clove; 2 teaspoons baking powder; ½ cup unsalted butter (melted); 3 eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 2-3 tablespoons water or milk; 1 cup dried cranberries; 1 cup chopped roasted almonds

Description

This almond cranberry cookies is a very simple recipe that takes only about 20 minutes to prepare. These cookies are packed with the warm flavors of the winter holidays, featuring earthy spices, roasted almonds, and the natural sweetness from the dates.

Ingredients

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3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4-1 cup granulated of sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground clove
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
2-3 tablespoons water or milk
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup chopped roasted almonds

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 370°F (190°C).
Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, and baking powder.
Stir in the cranberries and chopped almonds.
Add wet ingredients: Pour in the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
With your hand mix thoroughly, gradually add milk while mixing, until the mixture forms a sticky dough.
Scoop the cookies: Using a tablespoon, scoop out small portions of the dough, flatten with your palm and place them as rounded shapes onto a lightly greased baking sheet.
Continue until the baking sheet is full, spacing the cookies slightly apart.
Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown.

Notes

Allow the cookies to cool completely before storing them. You can keep them in an airtight container for up to one week or freeze them in a zip-top bag for up to three months.
Make sure to toast the almonds under the broiler for 10-12 minutes, keep stirring to avoid burning.
Roughly chop the almonds before adding them to the mixture.
If you like the cookies to be a bit crunchy bake them for an extra 3-5 minutes.
The purpose of using milk or water is to help bring the dough together. Add it gradually, adjusting the amount as needed until you achieve a sticky, workable dough.