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These easy and healthy almond flour thumbprint cookies are made with just six simple ingredients, including Bob’s Red Mill Almond Flour. They’re festive and perfect for the holidays.
I can’t believe it’s already December! It’s been so fun celebrating recent holidays (Halloween and Thanksgiving) with a little one and I know Hanukkah and Christmas are going to be just as exciting, if not more! Liv is one now so she takes in everything around her and she definitely adds a new layer of joy to everything.
As we head into the holiday season, I’ve been baking up a storm per usual and am so excited to share this classic thumbprint recipe… with an Eating Bird Food twist! I made this with the Bob’s Red Mill Almond Flour and the end result was so delicious.
No one will know these cookies are grain-free, gluten-free and made with only 6 ingredients. I promise!
The shortbread cookie is based off my almond flour crescent cookie recipe except there’s a yummy jam center. The end result is a decadent, perfectly chewy and festive cookie that everyone will love.
Here are the ingredients you’ll need to make these cookies, plus some ideas for substitutions.
These cookies are grain-free and gluten-free thanks to the almond flour and the texture is spot on! Perfectly chewy, yet slightly crunchy… need I say more? Bob’s Red Mill Almond Flour is the perfect flour for these because it’s blanched (the skins are removed) and it’s super finely ground.
I’ve been a HUGE fan of Bob’s Red Mill for years and was so honored they wanted to work with me for a holiday recipe this year. They make simple, clean, wholesome products and they’re my go-to for whole grains (I always buy Bob’s Red Mill oats) and flours!
I’ve met the founder, Bob, several times and he’s amazing. He started the business with his wife Charlee in 1978 and they are still involved today. They have an “honest-to-goodness” approach that I really do feel through their branding, marketing, and products. You can find Bob’s Red Mill at most major grocery stores but be sure to check out their website for specific products.
Mix the dough – Mix almond flour, softened butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract and salt in a small bowl until a dough forms. It will seem a little dry at first, but just keep mixing!
Scoop the dough – Use a tablespoon to measure out dough and roll each into a ball. Place the ball of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Use your thumb to create a thumbprint in the middle of each cookie. Add 1/2-1 teaspoon of jam to the indentation.
Bake – Bake cookies for 10-12 minutes at 350ºF, until they start to turn a light golden brown on the bottom. Remove the cookies from the oven and cool them on the baking sheet for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
After letting these cookies cool completely on a wire rack, store them in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to 1 week. For storing in the freezer, layer cookies between parchment paper and freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Watch how to make thumbprint cookies on my stories.
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I had to make a lot of cookies over the holidays, and wanted to make a gluten free option for some family members. These were super simple, quick to make and came out great. This recipe will be on regular rotation. Thanks!
YUM! I am excited to hear that these cookies are a hit. Thank you so much for your review + star rating, it means so much to me!
These were super easy to throw together, and came out great! I was worried they wouldn’t hold together based on some comments, and think including the weights per measured ingredients or specifying whether the almond flour should be packed or not could be helpful for peace of mind. That being said, I followed the recipe (decided not to pack in the almond flour), used vegan butter and store-bought jam, and they were great! I will be sharing this recipe!!
WOO! I am so excited to hear that you are loving this recipe and that it worked out great, Natalia. Thank you for sharing your review & star rating, I really appreciate it.
Awesome & easy to make cookies!!! I rolled each cookie dough ball in fine chopped walnuts then placed them on the parchment lined cookie sheet. I next put the thumbprint center. topped them with Guava Preserves. Oh My! OH MY! they taste heavenly!
Woo! So glad you loved these cookies, Sylvia! Thanks for making them and for coming back to leave a review. I so appreciate it!
I made these for a work holiday party and they were a hit! made with raspberry preserves. instead of using my finger, I used the back of the measuring spoon so it was perfectly sized for the preserves. great recipe!
Yay! I’m so glad these cookies were a hit. Thanks for making them and for coming back to leave a review. I so appreciate it!
I love this recipe! The cookies were a big hit in my home! I did some with carrot jam and cinnamon, some with strawberry jam and the rest with dates and melted dark chocolate. They tasted great and looked pretty too. Can’t wait to make them for a crowd!
I’m so glad you loved these cookies, Emily! Thanks for making them and for coming back to leave a review. I so appreciate it!