Name: Soft Gluten Free Cookies Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Ingredients: 1½ cups gluten free all purpose flour blend; ½ cup almond flour; ½ tsp baking soda; ¼ tsp fine sea salt; ½ cup unsalted butter softened or dairy free alternative; ½ cup light brown sugar; ¼ cup white sugar; 1 egg; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 2 tbsp milk or plant based milk; Optional chocolate pieces or chopped nuts

A well executed gluten free cookie should feel effortless to eat and dependable to bake. Structure matters more than shortcuts and balance matters more than sweetness. This recipe focuses on technique and ingredient harmony to achieve cookies that stay soft with a clean bite. Built for consistency it works just as well for daily baking as it does for sharing.

Ingredients List

Gluten free all purpose flour blend
Almond flour
Baking soda
Fine sea salt
Unsalted butter softened or dairy free alternative
Light brown sugar
White sugar
One egg
Vanilla extract
Milk or plant based milk
Optional add ins chocolate pieces or chopped nuts

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the dry ingredients

Combine gluten free flour almond flour baking soda and salt in a bowl. Mix well to ensure even distribution and stable texture.

Cream the base

In a separate bowl mix butter and sugars until smooth and pale. This step builds softness and structure.

Add egg and vanilla

Mix in the egg and vanilla until fully incorporated. The mixture should look cohesive and slightly glossy.

Combine wet and dry

Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture gradually. Mix gently until a soft dough forms. Add milk if needed to loosen slightly.

Shape and rest

Portion dough onto a lined baking tray. Lightly press the tops. Allow the dough to rest briefly to hydrate the flour.

Bake

Bake until the edges are set and the centers remain soft. Cool on the tray before moving.

Cook Time

10 to 12 minutes at 175°C or 350°F

Servings

Makes about 12 cookies

Nutritional Information (approx. per serving)

Calories 140
Protein 2 g
Carbohydrates 18 g
Fat 7 g
Fiber 2 g
Sugar moderate

Storage Instructions

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for two days. Refrigeration extends freshness to five days. Freezing works well for up to two months with texture preserved.

Suggestions

Serve with tea coffee or warm milk. Cookies also work well as a base for ice cream sandwiches when fully cooled.

Seasonal Relevance

Gluten free cookies suit every season. Lighter add ins work well in warmer months while nuts and spices fit cooler weather baking.

Conclusion

Soft gluten free cookies require intention rather than complexity. Proper mixing gentle handling and quality flour blends lead to reliable results. This recipe offers a professional approach that delivers consistency and ease without compromise.