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Almond Joy Pudding Cookies

These Almond Joy Pudding Cookies are a dream come true! Soft, chewy, and packed with chocolate, coconut, and almond flavors.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time27 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Almond, Chocolate, Coconut, Cookies
Servings: 24 servings

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 package Instant Coconut Cream Pudding Mix 13.4 oz
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 2 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 18 Mini Almond Joy Candy Bars chopped

Instructions

  • Step 1: Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your cookies bake evenly.
  • Step 2: Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer.
  • Step 3: Add the Eggs and Vanilla: Next, add the large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until combined.
  • Step 4: Mix in the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the baking soda and all-purpose flour. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Step 5: Stir in the Pudding Mix: Now, it’s time to add the instant coconut cream pudding mix. Stir until the pudding mix is fully incorporated into the dough.
  • Step 6: Fold in the Almond Joy: Gently fold in the chopped mini Almond Joy candy bars until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  • Step 7: Scoop the Dough: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving enough space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
  • Step 8: Bake the Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked, but they will continue to cook as they cool.
  • Step 9: Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your freshly baked Almond Joy Pudding Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Notes

  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
  • Freeze cookie dough before baking for longer storage, baking directly from frozen.
  • Let baked cookies come to room temperature for best texture if stored in the refrigerator.