Why do I need to chill the cookie dough for an hour or overnight?

Chilling the dough allows the almond flour and fats to firm up, making it easier to handle and preventing the cookies from spreading too much during baking, ensuring a better texture.

Can I use any type of jam or jelly for these thumbprint cookies?

Yes, you can use your favorite jam or jelly. The recipe links to homemade jam and sugarless grape jelly for inspiration, offering flexibility for your preferred flavor.

How do I incorporate the crushed almonds into the cookies?

After rolling the dough into balls, you can roll them in crushed almonds before making the thumbprint indent, adding an extra layer of flavor and texture if desired.

What makes these thumbprint cookies gluten-free?

These cookies are gluten-free because they use almond flour as the base instead of traditional wheat flour, making them suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.

How should I store these Jam Thumbprint Cookies?

Once fully cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.

7 years ago

Jam Thumbprint Cookies
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

KC By: Kat Condon

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A platter of golden-baked vegan gluten-free jam thumbprint cookies, each filled with vibrant fruit jam and some rolled in crushed almonds.

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Ingredients You Need for Jam Thumbprint Cookies [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

1 1/4 cup almond flour
3 tablespoons vegan butter or coconut oil
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon sea salt
Jam or jelly of choice
crushed almond, optional

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How to Prepare Jam Thumbprint Cookies [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, mix together the butter or coconut oil, maple syrup and vanilla extract. Add the almond flour and sea salt and mix until combined. Wrap dough up and chill 1 hour or overnight.
Using a tablespoon, scoop dough into your hands and roll into a ball. Roll the dough into crushed almonds, if using, and set on the baking sheet. Using your thumb or a measuring spoon, make an indent gently into the middle of the cookie. Repeat with remaining batter.
Fill each cookie with 1/2-1 teaspoon of jam. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until cookies are golden.
Allow cookies to cool fully before transferring to a platter.

Notes

These cookies can also be frozen! Simply allow the cookies to cool completely before placing in a freezer-safe bag. Simply remove them from the freezer the night before you need them and allow them to defrost on the counter.