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Almond Flour Thumbprint Cookies Recipe

Almond Flour Thumbprint Cookies

Delicious and easy-to-make almond flour cookies with a delightful jam filling. Perfect for a gluten-free treat.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup almond flour finely ground, packed
  • 3 Tablespoons ghee softened butter or vegan butter
  • 3 Tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 Tablespoons jam homemade or store-bought

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or use an un-greased baking stone.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, until they start to turn golden brown on the bottom.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.

Notes

These almond flour thumbprint cookies are a great gluten-free option and can be customized with your favorite jam. They are perfect for a quick dessert or a snack. Make sure to let them cool completely to help them set and store them properly to maintain freshness.