Almond Flour Thumbprint Cookies
User Reviews
4.3
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
12 mins
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Servings
12
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Calories
102 kcal
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Course
Baked Goods
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Cuisine
American
Almond Flour Thumbprint Cookies
Description
Almond Flour Thumbprint Cookies are made primarily from finely ground almond flour mixed with softened ghee (or vegan butter), maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt, creating a cohesive dough. The dough is shaped into balls, then indented to hold a spoonful of jam. Baking at 350°F lightly browns the almond flour base and sets a soft, crumbly texture. The jam adds a touch of sweetness and moisture in the center. Cooling on the pan before moving to a rack helps the cookies firm up without losing moisture.
The cookies offer a delicate nutty flavor from the almond flour and a subtle sweetness from the maple syrup and jam. They make a good snack or accompaniment to tea or coffee and can be stored refrigerated or frozen to maintain freshness.
To keep the cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze them layered with parchment paper. This helps preserve their texture and flavor for longer enjoyment.
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour packed, finely ground
- 3 Tablespoons ghee softened butter or vegan butter (I used Earth Balance)
- 3 Tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 Tablespoons jam homemade or store-bought
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Line a baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or use an un-greased baking stone.
- Mix dough: Mix almond flour, softened butter, maple syrup, vanilla and salt in a small bowl until a cohesive dough forms. It will seem a little dry at first, but just keep mixing.
- Scoop and roll dough: Use a tablespoon to measure out dough and roll each into a ball. Place the ball of dough on your prepared baking sheet and use your thumb or finger to create a thumbprint in the middle of each cookie. Add 1/2-1 teaspoon of jam to the indentation.
- Bake cookies: Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes minutes, until they start to turn golden brown on the bottom.
- Cool and enjoy: Remove the cookies from the oven and cool them on the pan for 10 minutes. Transfer them to a rack to cool completely before serving.
- To store: Store cookies in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to 1 week or in an airtight container in the freezer (layered with parchment paper) for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 102 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cookie | |
| Calories | 102kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Sodium | 73mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.3
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