Croatian Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients

These cookies are similar to the classic American chocolate chip cookie, but with a few differences. Instead of using all-purpose flour, this recipe calls for a mix of all-purpose and almond flour, which gives the cookies a nutty flavor. The addition of honey and cinnamon also adds a touch of Croatian flavor to the cookies. We alse have the original recipe for Chocolate Chip Cookie, so you can check it out.

• 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup (60g) almond flour 1/2 cup (60g) almond flour
• 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup (60ml) honey 1/4 cup (60ml) honey
• 1 large egg 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 cup (170g) semisweet chocolate chips 1 cup (170g) semisweet chocolate chips

Nutrition

• Calories: 220 kcal / 920 KJ
• Fat: 12g (7g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 27g (18g sugars)
• Protein: 3g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.3g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 2.
   In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. 3.
   In a large bowl, beat the butter, sugar, and honey together until light and fluffy.
4. 4.
   Add the egg, vanilla extract, and cinnamon to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
5. 5.
   Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
6. 6.
   Fold in the chocolate chips.
7. 7.
   Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing the cookies about 2 inches apart.
8. 8.
   Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
9. 9.
   Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Almond flour — Make sure to use blanched almond flour for the best texture.
• Honey — Use a high-quality honey for the best flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• For a chewier cookie, slightly underbake them.
• If you don't have almond flour, you can substitute it with all-purpose flour.
• For a stronger cinnamon flavor, increase the amount of cinnamon to 1 tsp.

Serving advice

Serve these cookies warm with a glass of cold milk.

Presentation advice

Arrange the cookies on a platter and sprinkle some powdered sugar on top for a festive touch.