Gluten Free Thumbprint Cookies

Thumbprint cookies are called so because the indentation in the center is typically created using the baker’s thumb or the back of a spoon.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 57 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 9.

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Gluten Free Thumbprint Cookies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, International Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 57 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 1584

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Gluten-free flour
• 0.5 cup Almond flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.33 cup Coconut oil
• 0.33 cup Maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Jam or fruit preserves
• to taste Optional toppings (e.g. chopped nuts or coconut flakes)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C)
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract
4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and stir until well combined
5. Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper
6. Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to create an indentation in the center of each cookie
7. Fill each indentation with a small spoonful of jam or fruit preserves
8. Optional: sprinkle the cookies with chopped nuts or coconut flakes
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden
10. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet
11. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely
12. Optional: drizzle with melted chocolate for extra indulgence
13. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 132kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 22g8%

Sugars 13g

Protein 1g2%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.