Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, mix the almond butter, maple syrup, oil and extract until well blended.
1/2 cup (125 grams) almond butter, 1/2 cup (160 grams) maple syrup, 3 tablespoons refined coconut oil, 1 teaspoon maple or almond extract
In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda and salt.
1 cup whole spelt or whole wheat flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Add the almonds and stir just until combined. Let sit for five minutes.
1/2 cup (72 grams) chopped almonds
Roll tablespoons of dough into balls and place on Silpat or a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Flatten to about 1/3 of an inch.
Bake for 8-10 minutes.
Let the cookies cool and then store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.