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Home » Desserts » Cookies & Bars » Italian Coconut Almond Cookies

Italian Coconut Almond Cookies

By: Rosemary Published: October 3, 2019 Updated on: November 1, 2022

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These Almond Cookies are made with almond flour and shredded coconut, which makes them not only delicious but also Gluten Free. Simple, easy and perfect anytime. Italian cookies never tasted so good.

almond cookies on a black plate stacked

My husband loves almonds and coconut, so when he came home with this recipe (yes he brings them home from friends too). I knew I had to make them.

These are basically, all his favourite ingredients in one cookie. Almonds, coconut and lemon. Italians love adding lemon to baked good.

But if you don’t like lemon, you could probably substitute with vanilla or even almond extract. A teaspoon would be enough.

Almond cookies or Amaretti are probably the most popular cookies at Christmas time for most Italian families. Fast, easy and very tasty.

Table of Contents

  • How to make Almond Cookies
  • What is almond flour
  • How to make Homemade Almond Flour
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  • How to store Almond Flour
  • How to store Coconut Almond Cookies
  • More Delicious Italian Cookies
  • Italian Coconut Almond Cookies
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      • EXTRAS
      • *If you don't like lemon then you could substitute with 1 teaspoon vanilla or almond extract.
    • Instructions 
    • Nutrition

How to make Almond Cookies

  • Whisk the almond flour, coconut, sugar, zest and baking powder together.
almond cookies making the dough, whisking the dry ingredients in a bowl adding the egg and zest
  • Add the egg and lemon juice and stir until mixture comes together.
  • Then form into about 14 balls (about the size of golf balls).
  • Roll each dough ball in powdered sugar.
making the almond cookie dough and forming into balls then rolling in sugar on a parchment paper lined cookie sheet
  • Place them on a parchment paper lined cookie sheet and top each with a whole almond.
  • Bake for  about 15 minutes, let cool before serving.
almond cookies on a prepared cookie sheet ready for baking

What is almond flour

Almond flour is made from blanched almonds which have had the skins removed. Almond flour is more finely ground then almond meal, which usually contains the skin of the almonds.

How to make Homemade Almond Flour

If you like you can even make your own almond flour, place almonds, 1/4 -1/3 cup at a time, in a food processor. Pulse until you have a flour-like consistency.

Then sift the flour into a container, any large bits pulse again.

almond cookies on a black wire rack
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    How to store Almond Flour

    Almond flour is best stored in an airtight container either in a cool dry place or the fridge. It will last four or five months in the fridge.

    It can also be stored in the freezer, either in a freezer safe bag or container. It will last up to nine months in the freezer.

    How to store Coconut Almond Cookies

    These cookies should be stored in an airtight container in a cool dry area, they should be eaten within three to four days. They can also be stored in the fridge for about a week.

    They can also be frozen in a freezer bag or container and will keep for up to 4 months.

    almond cookies on a black plate

    More Delicious Italian Cookies

    • Pizzicati Italian Cookies
    • Canestrelli 
    • Italian Lemon Cookies
    • Italian Orange Ricotta Cookies

    So if you are looking for another Italian Cookie to make,  I hope you give these Coconut Almond Cookies a try. Enjoy!

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    almond cookies on a black plate stacked

    Italian Coconut Almond Cookies

    Rosemary Molloy
    These Almond Cookies are made with almond flour & coconut which makes them not only delicious but also Gluten Free. Simple, easy & perfect anytime.
    5 from 16 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course cookies, dessets
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 14 cookies
    Calories 112 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 1/4 cups almond flour
    • 1/2 cup shredded coconut
    • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
    • 4 tablespoons powdered / icing sugar
    • zest of 1/2 lemon*
    • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 large egg
    • 2 teaspoons lemon juice*

    EXTRAS

    • 1/4-1/3 cup icing / powdered sugar
    • 14 almonds

    *If you don't like lemon then you could substitute with 1 teaspoon vanilla or almond extract.

      Instructions
       

      • Pre-heat oven to 320F (160C). Line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper.
      • In a large bowl whisk together the almond flour, coconut, sugars, zest, and baking powder.
      • Add the egg and lemon juice and stir until mixture comes together. Then form into about 14 balls (about the size of golf balls). Add the egg and lemon juice and stir until mixture comes together.
        Then form into about 14 balls (about the size of golf balls). Roll in powdered / icing sugar then place on prepared cookie sheet. Place one almond pushing down (slightly do not flatten the cookie) on the top of each ball. Bake for approximately 15 minutes. Let cool before serving. Enjoy!

      Nutrition

      Calories: 112kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 14mgPotassium: 38mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 22IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 32mgIron: 1mg
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        1. Christina Perri says

          December 18, 2022 at 6:11 pm

          5 stars
          Making my second batch already! Love this recipe. First time I didn’t have a lemon so I substituted an orange. Outstanding.! This time I have a lemon, so will be curious how it is compared to the orange. Christmas cookie staple going forward! Thank you for sharing.

          Reply
          • Rosemary says

            December 22, 2022 at 8:08 pm

            Hi Christina, thanks so much, orange is a good idea, lemon is good too, I hope you like it. Take care and Merry Christmas!

            Reply
        2. Maria says

          November 15, 2022 at 6:25 pm

          Do you use sweetened or unsweetened coconut? Can’t wait to try this recipe.

          Reply
          • Rosemary says

            November 15, 2022 at 9:24 pm

            Hi Maria, I use unsweetened coconut. I hope you like them, let me know. Take care!

            Reply
        3. Ronni Sarrett Lederman says

          November 2, 2022 at 9:22 pm

          5 stars
          A favorite! Everyone loves them and they are actually very healthy for cookies. I just added 2 tsp melted butter and a half teaspoon of almond extract but they are also good as is.

          Reply
          • Rosemary says

            November 6, 2022 at 8:06 pm

            Hi Ronnie, thanks so much, glad you liked them. Take care!

            Reply
        4. Lynne says

          October 31, 2022 at 11:46 pm

          I was wondering if I could use all – purpose flour instead of the almond? I want to make these for the holidays but I want them to taste good .
          Thank you,
          Lynne
          P.S. I love your recipes!

          Reply
          • Rosemary says

            November 1, 2022 at 1:08 pm

            Hi Lynne, I have never made these with all purpose flour, but if you want to try you can, it would be a 1 for 1 substitution and be sure to use a 11.5% or higher protein flour, it might be a good idea to chill the dough and then again while the oven is pre-heating. They do taste good just how the recipe is written. 🙂 Glad you enjoy the recipes. Take care!

            Reply
        5. Cupcake Mama Sia says

          March 31, 2022 at 9:48 am

          5 stars
          These were delicious!

          Reply
          • Rosemary says

            March 31, 2022 at 3:19 pm

            Hi thanks, so much, so glad you enjoyed them. Take care.

            Reply
        6. Natalie says

          December 10, 2021 at 1:49 am

          Omg delicious, i made 2 recipes , i made the reg recipe that you gave me , i made exact14 cookies.
          The 2nd was a vegan recipe for my daughter , i replaced the eggs with an egg replacer and it was delicious thank you very much

          Reply
          • Rosemary says

            December 11, 2021 at 6:57 pm

            Hi Natalie, thanks so much, so glad you enjoyed it and the vegan recipe for your daughter. Have a great weekend.

            Reply
        7. Grace says

          June 7, 2021 at 8:31 am

          5 stars
          Great biscuits! Good texture, good flavour, so easy to make!

          Reply
          • Rosemary says

            June 7, 2021 at 6:39 pm

            Hi Grace, thanks so much, so glad you enjoyed them. Have a great week.

            Reply
        8. Marina says

          February 19, 2021 at 3:23 pm

          I’m assuming these are crunchy cookies?

          Reply
          • Rosemary says

            February 20, 2021 at 4:03 pm

            Hi Marina, probably more crunchy on the outside. Of course it depends how thick you make them.

            Reply
        9. Barbara Arnoldini says

          January 15, 2021 at 10:55 pm

          do I want sweetened or unsweetened coconut?

          Reply
          • Rosemary says

            January 16, 2021 at 8:47 am

            Hi Barbara, I always use unsweetened, I have never seen sweetened here, so sorry sometimes I forget what a bigger selection is out there! 🙂

            Reply
        10. Jessy says

          December 3, 2020 at 3:43 am

          Hi,

          Are you able to freeze your cookie recipes ? Either the dough or the baked cookie?

          Reply
          • Rosemary says

            December 4, 2020 at 10:03 am

            Hi Jessy, yes you can freeze both, make sure to store in a freezer safe bag or container. The dough should be first wrapped in plastic. Thaw the dough overnight in the fridge. 🙂

            Reply
        11. Elizabeth says

          August 28, 2020 at 7:17 pm

          5 stars
          Thank you so much for your delicious recipes! I tried your wonderful cookies they are absolutely delicious! Thanks again🙂

          Reply
          • Rosemary says

            August 30, 2020 at 11:31 am

            Hi Elizabeth, thanks so much, glad you liked them. Take care.

            Reply
        12. Cristina says

          May 18, 2020 at 12:11 am

          5 stars
          Really great, simple recipe! I opted for almond extract option – turned out great. Thank you –

          Reply
          • Rosemary says

            May 18, 2020 at 7:10 pm

            Hi Christina, thanks so much. Take care.

            Reply
        13. Ania Tissakht says

          April 2, 2020 at 10:32 pm

          Hi,
          It is 112 calories for how many cookies?
          Thanks

          Reply
          • Rosemary says

            April 2, 2020 at 10:51 pm

            Hi Ania, that’s 112 calories for one cookies.

            Reply
        14. Adelina Orfano says

          December 15, 2019 at 4:52 pm

          I really love your recipes! My question is, here in Toronto we have sweetened and unsweetened coconut. Which is best for these cookies? Sometimes when I use the regular sweetened coconut the cookies tends to be overly sweet especially if the cookie dough itself is already sweet enough. Thanks!

          Reply
          • Rosemary says

            December 15, 2019 at 10:05 pm

            Hi Adelina I would use unsweetened. Let me know how it goes.

            Reply
            • L says

              December 26, 2019 at 10:04 pm

              I tried with the unsweetened coconut, seems like it wasn’t sweet enough for me
              I’m making another batch now but I will use sweetened coconut.
              Do you think these are good for someone who is gluten free?
              The almond flour is gluten free, and just wondering if I omit the coconut, would it make much of a difference in the taste?

              Thank you
              L

            • Rosemary says

              December 26, 2019 at 10:19 pm

              Hi L, the recipe is gluten free so it should be ok. I think if you omit the coconut you are going to be losing a lot in the taste. Add a bit more sugar if it isn’t sweet enough.

        15. Josie says

          October 4, 2019 at 4:38 pm

          Love you’re receipes!!!!!

          Reply
          • Rosemary says

            October 5, 2019 at 2:12 pm

            Hi Josie, thanks so much.

            Reply

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