Unveiling the Secret to Vegan 4-Ingredient Cookies
Welcome to the delightful world of thumbprint cookies, where flavor and simplicity collide! In this article, we’ll take you on a journey through the creation of these healthy and easy-to-make Thumb Print Cookies. With a special twist – they’re vegan! Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that combines minimalism with indulgence. If you’re interested in more plant-based baking recipes, feel free to explore my complete Vegan Baking Recipes Collection here.
Ingredients & Substitutions
Creating these delectable treats is easier than you think. You’ll need the following ingredients:
- 1 cup almond flour (or chickpea flour)
- ½ cup all-natural peanut butter
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 3-4 tbsp jam (raspberry jam is highly recommended!)
Feel free to explore substitutions to suit your preferences and dietary requirements. Whether you opt for almond or chickpea flour, or switch the jam flavor, these cookies are endlessly adaptable.
Helpful Tools
Before diving into the recipe, let’s gather the essential tools:
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Oven (preheated to 350°F)
How To Make This Recipe
Now, let’s get to the exciting part – making these thumbprint cookies!
Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F.
Mix the Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, peanut butter, and maple syrup. Blend them until you have a cohesive, cookie dough-like mixture.
Shape the Cookies: Roll the dough into 12 equal balls. Place each ball on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Gently press your thumb into the center of each ball to create a well for the jam.
Add the Jam: Drop a small dollop of jam into the center of each cookie. This is where the magic happens.
Bake to Perfection: Pop them into the oven for 9-10 minutes. When they come out, the cookies will be soft and crumbly, but don’t fret! Let them cool for at least 15 minutes, and they’ll harden beautifully.
Tips & Tricks
- Experiment with different jams to discover exciting flavor combinations.
- If you prefer a sweeter cookie, drizzle some extra maple syrup on top before baking.
- These cookies make a great gift when placed in a decorative box or tin.
FAQ: Thumb Print Cookies
Yes, these thumbprint cookies are gluten free!
Certainly! You can substitute almond or cashew butter for peanut butter.
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or refrigerate them for longer freshness.
Yes, you can freeze the cookie dough for up to three months. When ready to bake, simply thaw the dough and follow the instructions.
Thumb Print Cookies 4 Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour (or chickpea flour)
- ½ cup all natural peanut butter
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 3-4 tbsp jam (I recommend raspberry!)
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 350°.
- In a medium mixing bowl combine almond flour, peanut butter, and maple syrup.
- Roll the batter into 12 equal balls. Place each ball on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and use your thumb to gently press into the center.
- Drop a small dollop of jam into each cookie center, and bake for 9-10 minutes.
- The cookies will be very soft and crumbly when they first come out of the oven. Allow them to cool for at least 15 minutes and they will begin to harden perfectly. Enjoy!
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Conclusion: Vegan Thumb Print Cookies
In conclusion, thumbprint cookies are a delightful treat that caters to both your sweet tooth and your conscience. These Vegan 4-Ingredient Cookies are incredibly simple to make, providing a guilt-free indulgence for all. Whip up a batch and enjoy the sweet, nutty, and jam-filled goodness that is Thumb Print Cookies.
These were so easy to make! I used a combination of almond and peanut butter as I ran out of peanut butter lol but the flavor was quite delicious. Next time I will double check my ingredients before I start. Great recipe Essy!
Thanks so much Donna, I’m sure the blend of the 2 nut butters had a great taste as well!
Love this so healthy quick and easy exactly what I was looking for. So many cookies just have sugar and butter
Thanks so much Elena! I agree, these are a great healthy option.
Delicious and healthy I used jam to dip mine in as well as they came out a little dryer. I think I needed a little more peanut butter.
Thanks for the feedback Natalie, my husband also dipped his in extra jam.
This was a great recipe thank you love how simple these are and easy to make
Thanks so much for the feedback Katy!
These came together so quick and easy and loved that they have a lot less sugar than store purchased cookies.
Thanks so much Monica, a healthier cookie nice sometimes!