Almond Joy Blondies | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these rich and decadent #cookies are divine. Perfect #dessert for any occasion. The icing is to die for! #chocolate #coconut #almonds

Almond Joy Blondies

Teresa Ambra

Death by Chocolate – that’s what Almond Joy Blondies are! Prepare yourself for one of the richest desserts ever! Mouthwatering, tempting, decadent, tantalizing and utterly delectable. These blondies are filled with double the chocolate chips, coconut and slivered almonds. Then they’re topped with a light, creamy buttercream frosting and sprinkled with toasted coconut. Say, “Yes!”

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I’m always puttering around in my kitchen. A lot of times I create recipes on the fly. But most of the time I usually start thinking about making something a certain way for days in advance. This was one of those recipes. I knew I wanted to use this cookie layer somehow, but then I wanted to top it off with a delicious frosting too, to make the blondie even richer. Yes, ahem, it is I-N-C-R-E-D-I-B-L-Y rich. But it will also become a family favorite, especially if you’re one of those folks who enjoy coconut.

The cookie layer itself is very sweet because it has a lot more coconut, nuts and chocolate chips than a regular batch of chocolate chip cookies would have. Then when you top it with a buttercream frosting layer, it’s like a sugar explosion. It’s hard finding anything to dislike about these tasty treats. They are a real crowd pleaser and perfect for potlucks, backyard barbecues, holidays or tailgating parties.

I made up a batch of these jewels last month for a family in our care group after she got out of the hospital. But because the recipe made so many I also divvied up part of the blondies and sent them with John when he was visiting someone about the same time. I got a note back from that couple saying how much they enjoyed the blondies–actually they raved over how great they were.

If you’re looking for Death by Chocolate (coconut and almonds, too), then look no farther than Almond Joy Blondies. If you need a sensational dessert to wow your parents on Mother’s Day or Father’s Day, this one will do it! Once you sink your teeth into these jewels you’ll think you’re in heaven (and they’ll reach for another).  🙂

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Almond Joy Blondies are spectacular. 

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This is the perfect dessert for tailgating parties, potlucks, backyard barbecues – for any occasion.

Almond Joy Blondies | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these rich and decadent #cookies are divine. Perfect #dessert for any occasion. The icing is to die for! #chocolate #coconut #almonds

Almond Joy Blondies have double the amount of chocolate chips for most chocolate chip cookie dough recipes. So these bars are incredibly rich and sweet.

Here’s what I did.

Almond Joy Blondies | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these rich and decadent #cookies are divine. Perfect #dessert for any occasion. The icing is to die for! #chocolate #coconut #almonds

I used these ingredients for the cookie layer.

Almond Joy Blondies | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these rich and decadent #cookies are divine. Perfect #dessert for any occasion. The icing is to die for! #chocolate #coconut #almonds

Soften butter. Add sugar, brown sugar, vanilla, eggs, baking soda and salt.

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Mix ingredients with an electric mixer until smooth.

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Add UNBLEACHED all-purpose flour. Bleached flour toughens baked goods. Add chocolate chips, coconut and almonds.

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Stir ingredients with a wooden spoon until well combined.

Almond Joy Blondies | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these rich and decadent #cookies are divine. Perfect #dessert for any occasion. The icing is to die for! #chocolate #coconut #almonds

Grease a large sheet pan – 15 1/2 x 21″. Press cookie dough into prepared cookie sheet. (If you don’t have a sheet pan this large you can substitute two 9×13″ glass baking dishes but adjust baking time).

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Bake at 350 for about 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely before adding icing.

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I used these ingredients for the icing.

Almond Joy Blondies | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these rich and decadent #cookies are divine. Perfect #dessert for any occasion. The icing is to die for! #chocolate #coconut #almonds

Soften butter. Cream with an electric mixer until done.

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Add powdered sugar, vanilla and milk.

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Cream icing ingredients with an electric mixer until smooth. I chose to have a lighter icing, but you can add additional powdered sugar if you want it thicker.

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Spread icing ingredients over top of cooled blondies.

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Toast coconut about 5 minutes at 350. Stir and fluff once or twice during baking so all sides get lightly browned. Sprinkle toasted coconut over top of icing. Allow to set before cutting. (I refrigerated for about an hour).

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Almond Joy Blondies are incredibly delicious. They’re perfect for any kind of holiday baking – especially the summer holidays.

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These bars are delightful for tailgating parties, but prepare your guests for “death by chocolate!” 🙂

Almond Joy Blondies | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these rich and decadent #cookies are divine. Perfect #dessert for any occasion. The icing is to die for! #chocolate #coconut #almonds

If you like rich desserts, give Almond Joy Blondies a try.

Here’s the recipe.

ALMOND JOY BLONDIES

(My own concoction)

Almond Joy Blondies | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these rich and decadent #cookies are divine. Perfect #dessert for any occasion. The icing is to die for! #chocolate #coconut #almonds

Almond Joy Blondies

Teresa Ambra
These rich, decadent brownies are filled with double chocolate chips, coconut and almonds, then frosted with a luscious buttercream frosting and sprinkled with toasted coconut. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, backyard barbecues or tailgating parties.
No ratings yet
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Cookies, Brownies and Bars, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 64
Calories 299 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 15 1/2 x 21" cookie sheet pan
  • 2 large mixing bowls
  • 1 electric mixer
  • 2 wooden spoons
  • 1 nut chopper if nuts are not previously chopped
  • measuring spoons
  • measuring cups
  • 1 spatula

Ingredients
  

COOKIE LAYER:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened (2 sticks)
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups brown sugar packed
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 4 1/2 cups UNBLEACHED all-purpose flour (bleached flour toughens baked goods)
  • 2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1 tsp. sea salt
  • 5 cups chocolate chips
  • 2 cups sweetened coconut
  • 2 cups almonds chopped

BUTTERCREAM FROSTING:

  • 2 cups unsalted butter (1 pound), room temperature
  • 5 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp. 2% milk
  • 1/2 cup coconut toasted

Instructions
 

COOKIE LAYER:

  • Pre-heat oven to 350°F.
  • Spray a 15 1/2x21” cookie sheet with cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, cream the butter, sugars, eggs, vanilla, baking soda and salt together with an electric mixer until well combined.
  • Stir in flour, chocolate chips, coconut and almonds.
  • Spread batter into cookie sheet and smooth the top.
  • Bake 30-35 minutes or until golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Cool completely.
  • Top with frosting.

BUTTERCREAM FROSTING:

  • Cream the butter with an electric mixer until smooth, about a minute.
  • Add powdered sugar, vanilla and milk and mix until smooth.
  • Spread Buttercream over top of blondies.
  • Toast coconut in small pan in 350 degree oven about 5 minutes tossing once or twice during baking time to get good coverage.
  • (You can also do this in a toaster oven).
  • Sprinkle toasted coconut on top of icing.

Notes

NOTE: If you don’t have a cookie sheet that large (3/4 cookie sheet pan), then you can substitute two 9x13” glass baking dishes.
 
NOTE: Refrigerate one hour before cutting into bars.
 
NOTE: To toast coconut, spread coconut on cookie sheet and bake at 350° about 5 minutes. Fluff coconut with a fork a few times while cooking so that all sides lightly brown.
 
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Nutrition

Calories: 299kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 2gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 87mgPotassium: 109mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 283IUVitamin C: 0.02mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 1mg
Keyword almonds, brownie, chocolate, chocolate chip cookie, chocolate chips, chocolate dessert, coconut, cookie, dessert
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Almond Joy Blondies | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these rich and decadent #cookies are divine. Perfect #dessert for any occasion. The icing is to die for! #chocolate #coconut #almonds

Almond Joy Blondies were a big hit with our friends. I believe they’ll be a big hit in your home, too.

Almond Joy Blondies | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these rich and decadent #cookies are divine. Perfect #dessert for any occasion. The icing is to die for! #chocolate #coconut #almonds

Every bite will have you drooling.

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Almond Joy Blondies | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these rich and decadent #cookies are divine. Perfect #dessert for any occasion. The icing is to die for! #chocolate #coconut #almonds

Almond Joy Blondies

Teresa Ambra
These rich, decadent brownies are filled with double chocolate chips, coconut and almonds, then frosted with a luscious buttercream frosting and sprinkled with toasted coconut. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, backyard barbecues or tailgating parties.
No ratings yet
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Cookies, Brownies and Bars, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 64
Calories 299 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 15 1/2 x 21" cookie sheet pan
  • 2 large mixing bowls
  • 1 electric mixer
  • 2 wooden spoons
  • 1 nut chopper if nuts are not previously chopped
  • measuring spoons
  • measuring cups
  • 1 spatula

Ingredients
  

COOKIE LAYER:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened (2 sticks)
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups brown sugar packed
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 4 1/2 cups UNBLEACHED all-purpose flour (bleached flour toughens baked goods)
  • 2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1 tsp. sea salt
  • 5 cups chocolate chips
  • 2 cups sweetened coconut
  • 2 cups almonds chopped

BUTTERCREAM FROSTING:

  • 2 cups unsalted butter (1 pound), room temperature
  • 5 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp. 2% milk
  • 1/2 cup coconut toasted

Instructions
 

COOKIE LAYER:

  • Pre-heat oven to 350°F.
  • Spray a 15 1/2×21” cookie sheet with cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, cream the butter, sugars, eggs, vanilla, baking soda and salt together with an electric mixer until well combined.
  • Stir in flour, chocolate chips, coconut and almonds.
  • Spread batter into cookie sheet and smooth the top.
  • Bake 30-35 minutes or until golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Cool completely.
  • Top with frosting.

BUTTERCREAM FROSTING:

  • Cream the butter with an electric mixer until smooth, about a minute.
  • Add powdered sugar, vanilla and milk and mix until smooth.
  • Spread Buttercream over top of blondies.
  • Toast coconut in small pan in 350 degree oven about 5 minutes tossing once or twice during baking time to get good coverage.
  • (You can also do this in a toaster oven).
  • Sprinkle toasted coconut on top of icing.

Notes

NOTE: If you don’t have a cookie sheet that large (3/4 cookie sheet pan), then you can substitute two 9×13” glass baking dishes.
 
NOTE: Refrigerate one hour before cutting into bars.
 
NOTE: To toast coconut, spread coconut on cookie sheet and bake at 350° about 5 minutes. Fluff coconut with a fork a few times while cooking so that all sides lightly brown.
 
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Nutrition

Calories: 299kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 2gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 87mgPotassium: 109mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 283IUVitamin C: 0.02mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 1mg
Keyword almonds, brownie, chocolate, chocolate chip cookie, chocolate chips, chocolate dessert, coconut, cookie, dessert
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