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Thumbprint Cookies with Pear Jam (Vegan)

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Soft, nutty vegan thumbprint cookies filled with fragrant homemade spiced pear jam. These tender cookies combine almond flour, coconut oil, and warm cinnamon flavors for a cozy, bakery-quality treat that’s dairy-free and egg-free.

Ingredients

Spiced Pear Jam

2 large pears, slightly firm (such as red pears), peeled, cored, and diced

¼ cup sugar

3 tablespoons water

Juice of ½ lemon

½ teaspoon cinnamon

Cookies

⅓ cup coconut oil, at room temperature

⅓ cup vegan cream cheese alternative, at room temperature

½ cup sugar

1 cup all-purpose flour

¾ cup almond flour

1 teaspoon natural vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine pears, sugar, water, lemon juice, and cinnamon.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until pears soften and the mixture thickens, about 10–12 minutes.
  3. Mash lightly for a chunky texture or blend for a smoother jam. Set aside to cool completely.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  5. In a large bowl, beat coconut oil, vegan cream cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy.
  6. Add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  7. Stir in all-purpose flour, almond flour, and salt until a soft dough forms.
  8. Scoop 1-tablespoon portions of dough, roll into balls, and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  9. Press an indentation in the center of each ball with your thumb or the back of a spoon.
  10. Fill each indentation with about ½ teaspoon cooled pear jam.
  11. Bake for 12–14 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
  12. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Swap pear jam for raspberry, apricot, or fig preserves.

Add cardamom or ginger to the jam for more spice.

Drizzle cooled cookies with melted vegan chocolate for a decorative finish.

Use gluten-free all-purpose flour for a gluten-free version.

Roll dough balls in sugar before baking for sparkle and extra sweetness.

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