Description
These festive thumbprint cookies are a nourishing twist on a holiday classic. Made with almond flour and filled with vibrant chia-seed jam, they’re gluten-free, naturally sweetened, and rich in fiber. Perfect for sharing—or keeping all to yourself!
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
2 cups almond flour
3 tbsp maple syrup or honey
3 tbsp coconut oil (melted)
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
For the Chia Jam:
1 cup berries (fresh or frozen)
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
Make the Jam:
In a saucepan, heat berries until soft. Mash with a fork and stir in chia seeds and sweetener. Simmer for 5 minutes, then let cool to thicken.
Make the Dough:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix almond flour, maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla, and salt until a dough forms.
Shape the Cookies:
Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on a lined baking sheet. Press a thumbprint into each center.
Fill and Bake:
Spoon a bit of chia jam into each cookie. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until golden on the edges. Cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 mins
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 90
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Protein: 2g