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ALMOND CRUNCH COOKIES

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The most delicious Almond Crunch Cookies and they are so easy! This simple and easy, yet delicious little sweet treat recipe will make you smile every time you take a bite!

Almond Crunch Cookies by Call Me PMc

The most delicious Almond Crunch Cookies and they are so easy! This simple and easy, yet delicious little sweet treat recipe will make you smile every time you take a bite!

ALMOND CRUNCH COOKIES

These are my son’s cookies! I was the sous chef this time in the kitchen. Yes, I’m so proud; Lincoln made these Almond Crunch Cookies all by himself. Well, he made them up to the point they were ready to cook, at that point he just wants to eat the dough! Funny, he and Ryder never care about actually baking or eating the baked cookies. It’s all about the cookie dough!

He’s a great baker I’ve had him in the kitchen baking with me since he could stand. Of course, I was giving instructions as well as explaining why we were doing what we were doing. (Lincoln wants to know the ‘why’ behind everything.)

On to the cookies!

Almond Crunch Cookies by Call Me PMc

 

Almond Crunch Cookies by Call Me PMc

THE ANATOMY OF A COOKIE

The oats give a good ‘chew’ and the cereal gives a good ‘crunch’ to this cookie. This Almond Crunch Cookie is not an overly sweet cookie. Which is kind of perfect, if you want the sweeter drizzle white chocolate over them, if you don’t like overly sweet cookies, simply omit the chocolate!

I liked the white chocolate and almond flavoring combination. However, you can substitute vanilla flavoring.

You can also use dark, semi, or milk chocolate for the drizzle.

Melt white chocolate (read How to Melt Chocolate) in the microwave in a zip-top freezer bag. When it’s thoroughly melted, snip the corner off and drizzle over the top of the cookies. Allow the chocolate to dry before serving or packaging.

Almond Crunch Cookies by Call Me PMc

 

INGREDIENTS FOR ALMOND CRUNCH COOKIES

The full recipe with ingredient amounts and instructions is at the bottom of this post. You can save a tree and save the recipe to your personal and private recipe box right here on Call Me PMc. This way you’ll never misplace it as well as help the planet. 😍

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cookies with cereal

 

  • all-purpose flour
  • baking soda
  • baking powder
  • salt
  • solid vegetable shortening
  • granulated sugar
  • light brown sugar
  • eggs
  • almond extract
  • old-fashioned rolled oats, uncooked
  • toasted corn cereal like Chex
  • white chocolate or almond bark

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Please keep in mind that nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary based on the products used.

I updated this post from an earlier version dated December 10, 2012. I made new photos and simplified the recipe instructions.

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Almond Crunch Cookies

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Almond Crunch Cookies

The most delicious Almond Crunch Cookies and they are so easy! This simple and easy, yet delicious little sweet treat recipe will make you smile every time you take a bite!
Author: Paula
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup vegetable shortening
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup light brown sugar firmly packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract or vanilla
  • 1 and ½ cups old fashioned rolled oats uncooked
  • 1 and ½ cups toasted corn cereal like Chex
  • 4 ounce white chocolate almond bark

Directions:

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
    • Beat 1 cup shortening with an electric mixer until creamy; gradually add sugars, beating well. Add eggs and almond; beat well. In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; stir until blended. Add flour mixture to sugar mixture mixing until just blended.
    • Slightly crush corn cereal, only to the point there aren't large pieces (but not too small, you'll lose the 'crunch') Carefully stir in oats and cereal.
    • Using an ice cream scoop, drop dough on a cookie sheet 2" apart. Bake at 325 degrees 12 to 14 minutes. Cool for 2 minutes on cookie sheet before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
    • Melt the almond bark in a microwave-safe bowl at 30-second intervals. Stir until smooth. Drizzle over cookies and allow it to harden and set.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 217kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 126mg | Potassium: 61mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 23IU | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Dawn says

      12.26.22 at 4:38 pm

      We make these and use rice krispies for the cereal. My family loves them. Next time i’ll try your way. I’m sure they will be delicious, like everything you make.

      Reply
      • Paula says

        12.27.22 at 3:15 pm

        Thank you so much!!

        Reply
    2. Marsha S Larson says

      05.22.22 at 12:19 pm

      I’m loving these cookies. My new favorite. Thx, M

      Reply
    3. Lilly says

      05.17.22 at 10:32 am

      5 stars
      These cookies are out-of-this-world delicious and a real crowd pleaser. I tried this bc I was tired of making the same cookies over and over. This does not disappoint. The cereal makes such a nice crisp crunch and flavor that people always ask what’s in these cookies that makes them taste so good! Thank you for sharing this incredible recipe!

      Reply
      • Paula says

        05.17.22 at 3:50 pm

        I’m so happy you liked them!! Thanks for commenting!

        Reply
    4. Tammy says

      11.18.20 at 4:05 pm

      can I use Crisco butter flavored shortening in this recipe ?

      Reply
      • Paula says

        11.19.20 at 3:05 pm

        Yes, you can.

        Reply
    5. WOOD says

      11.02.20 at 10:26 am

      I want to try this recipe, but I must be crazy. I cannot see what to do with the almond bark in the directions. Please help!

      Reply
      • Paula says

        11.13.20 at 4:08 pm

        It’s melted and drizzled over the top of the cookies. I updated the recipe card.

        Reply
        • Anita says

          12.04.22 at 6:45 pm

          Can you freeze theses?

          Reply
          • Paula says

            12.05.22 at 11:05 am

            Hi Anita, yes, you can freeze both the dough or after they’re baked. I like to double wrap mine so they don’t dry out.

            Reply
    6. Sue says

      11.11.15 at 6:43 am

      Can I substitute butter for the shortening? Thanks!!!

      Reply
    7. Dee says

      11.19.14 at 12:12 pm

      Can you tell me how many cookies the Almond Crunch Cookie makes?

      Thank you.

      Reply
      • Paula says

        11.20.14 at 6:52 am

        Hi Dee, I got 24 cookies. I used a scoop that was about 1.5 tablespoon to make them. This made a cookie that was about 2 inches in diameter.

        Reply
    8. Sinea Pies says

      12.11.13 at 8:05 pm

      Paula, you have outdone yourself with this one. Wow! I’ll be sharing this on an upcoming Cookies, Cookies COOKIES! roundup. 🙂

      Reply
      • Paula says

        12.12.13 at 6:25 am

        Thank you! It’s one of my favorites!

        Reply
    9. Lizzy T says

      06.23.13 at 6:15 am

      We have an almond cookie recipe that we love, but these with a crunch look fabulous!! Love almond flavored food….will try them soon!

      Reply
      • Paula says

        06.23.13 at 6:46 am

        The cereal really makes these light and crunchy. hope you enjoy them. I want to check out your recipe. I love almond too!

        Reply
    10. jodi stewart says

      06.22.13 at 9:01 am

      oh, this would be so easy to convert to a gluten free recipe. Love that you use cereal. I thought I was the only one who put cereal in cookies. My kids all love to bake too. Thankfully 2 of them are finally old enough to bake (and clean up!) without any help.

      Reply
      • Paula says

        06.22.13 at 10:52 am

        welllllll, mine aren’t so big on the cleaning part yet, but I’m trying! 🙂

        I’m learning that gluten free cooking is a whole other ballgame, but I find it very interesting. Your site is a great resource!

        Reply
    11. Paula Jones says

      01.03.13 at 8:25 am

      Thanks girl, I hope to get back to normal next week, these holidays have almost killed me! Happy New Year!

      Reply
    12. Angela Paris says

      01.03.13 at 8:24 am

      These look amazing! I've pinned them for later – thanks for sharing 🙂

      Reply
    13. The Busy Bee's says

      12.17.12 at 1:13 pm

      Thank you for linking up to the blog hop Adorned From Above. We are co-hosting and appreciate you joining the party! Have a great day!
      Host: Debi @ adornedfromabove.com
      Co-Host: Joye & Myrna @ thebusybhive.blogspot.com
      Co-Host: Linda @ withablast.com

      Reply
    14. Paula Miller says

      12.15.12 at 7:59 pm

      I love cookies with almond extract. I make similar one's at Christmas, which I haven't done yet. I need to get a move on!

      Thanks for sharing your recipes with my NO RULES Weekend Blog Party 🙂

      Paula
      lifeasweknowitbypaula.blogspot.com

      Reply
    15. HungryLittleGirl says

      12.15.12 at 3:48 pm

      They look perfect! Wonderful presentation!
      Thank you so much for sharing this at Wednesday Extravaganza! I hope you have a wonderful weekend and I see you there again next week 🙂

      Reply
    16. Diane Balch says

      12.15.12 at 10:28 am

      The cookie looks crunchy and chewing and the glaze.. I'm in heaven. thanks for sharing this cookie on foodie friday.

      Reply
    17. Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes says

      12.14.12 at 12:05 pm

      I must have been out shopping too, Paula! LOL. You have a great little chef – these sound great. Pinned to try 🙂 Thank you for sharing at All my Bloggy Friends this week!

      Reply
    18. Sheena @ Hot Eats and Cool Reads says

      12.13.12 at 11:05 am

      These look amazing! Pinned to try!

      Reply
    19. Stephanie Michaels says

      12.12.12 at 9:20 pm

      These sound great, the addition of the cereal for a little crunch is wonderful! Thanks so much for sharing on our Holiday Cookie Recipe Swap.
      Steph
      swtboutique.com

      Reply
    20. Jen @ Yummy-Healthy-Easy says

      12.12.12 at 9:02 pm

      These look amazing!!! My mouth is watering! I'm your newest follower and am so excited to see your other posts! Check out my blog if you get a second! I hope you're having a great week!

      ~Jen @ Yummy-Healthy-Easy

      Reply
    21. We-Made-That.com says

      12.12.12 at 8:39 pm

      Of course they want the dough that is the best part! And my 5yr old also has to know Why for everything. Oh how I am growing to hate that word! These sure look yummy! Thanks so much for sharing on We Made That!

      Reply
    22. Bonny @ thedomesticatedprincess.com says

      12.11.12 at 10:44 pm

      These look so tasty! I hope you'll share them at our Holiday Cookie Recipe Exchange at http://thedomesticatedprincess.blogspot.com/2012/12/holiday-cookie-recipe-swap-week-4.html.

      Reply
    23. Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says

      12.11.12 at 9:48 pm

      These look SO good! I am in love with anything almond. So pretty too!

      Reply
    24. Eva Gallant says

      12.11.12 at 3:13 pm

      Those look and sound sooooo good!

      Reply
    25. Mel Lockcuff says

      12.11.12 at 8:12 am

      Mmmm, these look mouth-wateringly (is that a word?) delicious.;) Pinned to my baking board so I can try these.

      Reply
    26. Cranberry Morning says

      12.11.12 at 7:24 am

      Love almonds, love cookies! I'll take half a dozen, please.:-)

      Reply
    27. Pamela says

      12.10.12 at 8:31 pm

      YUM! I wish I had one of those cookies now! Wow, I have to add this to my Christmas Eve cookie making! Thanks Paula for sharing!

      Reply
    28. Amy Perdew says

      12.10.12 at 8:10 pm

      How delicious! I am going ot have to make some of these. Tag You're It!
      http://onecreativeprocrastinatinggal.blogspot.com/2012/12/tag-youre-it.html

      Reply
    29. FrugalFoodieMama says

      12.10.12 at 7:37 pm

      These look so good! Definitely pinning these. 🙂

      Reply

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