Vegan Almond Cookies

Servings: 4

INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 cups blanched almond flour
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
2 Tablespoons melted coconut oil
1 1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
15 sliced almonds

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 325F.
2. Combine almond flour, salt, baking soda and cinnamon in a bowl. Use a fork to mix and press out any clumps.
3. In a separate bowl, combine melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, almond extract and maple syrup. Mix well.
4. Pour wet ingredients into dry and use fork to mix until well combined. It may be a bit sticky and that is OK.
5. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat and use a teaspoon to scoop batter. You should get 15 cookies using a flat teaspoon.
6. Use your fingers to flatten the cookies down a bit and top each cookie with a sliced almond.
7. Bake for 15 to 17 minutes or until lightly golden brown. Cool a couple minutes on baking sheet then remove to a wire cooling rack.
8. Once completely cool, store in an airtight container or cookie tin and Enjoy!