Almond Roca Cookies Recipe

These Almond Roca Cookies are a showstopper recipe from Lynn Scully of Rancho Santa Fe, California, featured on Emeril's Holiday Cookie Show! Indulge in the rich, buttery flavor of these irresistible cookies, studded with crunchy almonds and decadent toffee. Perfect for holiday gatherings or any special occasion, this recipe is guaranteed to impress.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 52 mins
Calories 224.4 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Almond Roca Cookies

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How to Make Almond Roca Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in 1 cup chopped almonds and 1 cup chopped Almond Roca candy.
  7. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

72g

Fat

32g

Carbs

8g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Almond Roca Cookies?

Almond Roca Cookies takes about 72 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 52 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Almond Roca Cookies?

Almond Roca Cookies has approximately 224.4 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 19 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Almond Roca Cookies?

The key ingredients for Almond Roca Cookies are All Purpose Flour, Baking Soda, Salt, Brown Sugar, Sugar, Butter. See the full list with measurements above.

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