Soft-Baked Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies with Almond Flour

I grew up on those bags of crunchy Famous Amos cookies. Ah they were such a treat! I loved their chocolate bits, their crunchy bites, and the fact that I could eat the entire bag because they were all mini.

Mini cookies are adorable, let’s all agree. My mini chocolate chip cookies will rock your socks because not only are they soft baked and loaded with chocolate bits throughout!

These mini cookies are gluten free but I’m happy to report that gluten eaters and gluten free eaters alike devour these babies! My kids were grabbing them by the handfuls before I was all like, “whoa whoa whoa, how about we just do three.” Bah, I’m such a party pooper 😛

If you’re loving these perfectly packable, perfectly pop-able, perfect for every occasion mini chocolate chip cookies, you have GOT to try my 25-Min Fluffy Mini Chocolate Muffins (with Oat Flour) and these Bite-Sized Chocolate Brownies in a Muffin Tin! They are similarly mini and adorable and adored by all!

Why You’ll Love Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies

Bite-sized Indulgence. Mini chocolate chip cookies offer the perfect two-bite indulgence. They satisfy your sweet cravings without having to commit to a large dessert.

Pop-ability. Their small size makes them irresistibly pop-able. You can enjoy just one or a handful, making them perfect for snacking on the go or for sharing with friends and family during gatherings.

Perfect for Sharing. Mini chocolate chip cookies are great for sharing with others. Whether you’re hosting a party, bringing treats to the office, or simply want to spread a little joy, these bite-sized delights are guarenteed to be a hit with everyone.

Ingredients for Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies

Coconut sugar

Coconut sugar adds sweetness to the cookies, but it also provides a subtle caramel flavor. If you don’t have coconut sugar, you can sub brown sugar 1:1 here.

Maple syrup

Maple syrup adds extra sweetness to the cookies. It also adds moisture, helping to keep the cookies soft and chewy. Feel free to sub in honey or agave nectar if you don’t have maple syrup!

Butter

Butter adds richness and flavor to the cookies. It also helps to create a tender texture and contributes to the cookies’ golden brown color. Vegan butter or refined coconut oil are also great options!

Egg

The egg acts as a binder, helping to hold the ingredients together and providing structure to the cookies.

Vanilla extract

Vanilla extract adds flavor and aroma to the cookies, enhancing their overall taste.

Blanched almond flour

Almond flour adds a nutty flavor and a tender, moist texture to the cookies. It’s also a gluten-free alternative to traditional wheat flour.

Arrowroot powder

Arrowroot powder helps to bind the ingredients together and add some softness to the baked cookies.

Baking soda

Baking soda reacts with acidic ingredients like maple syrup and helps the cookies to rise and spread properly during baking. It also contributes to the cookies’ tender texture.

Salt

Salt enhances the flavor of the other ingredients and helps to balance the sweetness of the cookies. It also strengthens the gluten structure, contributing to the cookies’ overall texture.

Mini chocolate chips or chopped chocolate

The chocolate pieces add bursts of chocolate flavor throughout the cookies. Their smaller size ensures that each bite is filled with chocolatey goodness without overwhelming the cookie.

How to Make Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies

Combine the wet ingredients

In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, coconut sugar, and maple syrup using a whisk or hand mixer. Creaming helps incorporate air into the mixture, resulting in lighter, fluffier cookies.

Crack an egg into the butter-sugar mixture and add a splash of vanilla extract for added flavor. Beat the mixture until the egg is fully incorporated.

Add the dry ingredients

Add the almond flour, arrowroot powder, baking soda, and salt to the wet ingredients. Whisk the mixture until all the dry ingredients are fully incorporated, forming a thick cookie dough.

Fold in the chocolate chips and chill

Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips or chopped chocolate until evenly distributed throughout the dough. Chilling the dough in the refrigerator for at least an hour allows the flavors to meld and the dough to firm up, resulting in cookies with a better texture and flavor. It also helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much during baking.

Scoop and roll

Use a teaspoon or a cookie scoop to portion out the dough into small balls and roll them between your hands to make them smooth. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. the prepared baking sheet. Leave about 1 inch between the dough balls to allow for spreading during baking.

Bake!

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 11 minutes or until they are slightly golden brown around the edges.

Cool and Enjoy!

Once baked, remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on it for 2-3 minutes. This allows them to set slightly before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled enough to handle, the cookies are ready to enjoy!

Variations to Try

Nutty Chocolate Chip Cookies

Add chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans to the cookie dough for added crunch and flavor. Toast the nuts beforehand for even more depth of flavor.

White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies

Replace some or all of the chocolate chips with white chocolate chips and add chopped macadamia nuts for a deliciously decadent twist.

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Add rolled oats to the cookie dough for a chewier texture and hearty flavor. You can also toss in some raisins or dried cranberries for extra sweetness.

How to Store Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies

Short-Term Storage

If you plan to enjoy your mini chocolate chip cookies within a few days, storing them in an airtight container at room temperature is ideal. Choose a container that seals tightly to prevent air from entering, which can cause the cookies to dry out or become stale.

Extended Storage

For longer storage, you can keep your mini chocolate chip cookies in the refrigerator. Place them in an airtight container or a resealable plastic bag to protect them from absorbing any odors from other foods in the fridge. Before enjoying, allow the cookies to come to room temperature for best taste and texture.

Long-Term Storage

If you want to keep your mini chocolate chip cookies for an extended period, freezing them is a great option. Flash-freezing individual cookies on a baking sheet before transferring them to a freezer-safe container or bag helps prevent them from sticking together. Frozen cookies can last for several months if stored properly.

Alternatively, you can freeze the entire batch of cookie dough and bake them as needed.

To enjoy, simply thaw the cookies at room temperature or reheat them in the oven for a few minutes to restore their crispiness.