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11.26.18

Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies {Paleo, Nut-Free Option}

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These classic thumbprint cookies use a simple raspberry chia jam with two options for the cookies – an original and nut free version that are both so tasty!  Great for holiday baking or anytime!  Gluten-free, dairy-free, refined sugar free.

One of the most frequently asked questions I get is how to make a recipe that uses almond flour nut-free.

The truth is, there’s no easy conversion unfortunately.  Which is why I typically try to include a variety of baking recipes here that are nut-free for those with allergies.

However, for today’s raspberry thumbprint cookies I decided to do something different.  I created an alternative nut-free version of the cookies using coconut flour only.

All the photos were taken of the original recipe that uses both almond and coconut flours.  If you make the nut-free version, you’ll find that the cookies will spread less and have a slightly more dense and less soft texture.

However, both versions got the go-ahead from family members who could barely tell the difference between the two versions.

If you’re interested in comparing the properties of almond and coconut flour, this is a good recipe to look at.  Even though I included coconut flour in the original recipe, I still had to make several changes to the wet ingredients to get the right consistency for the dough.

Coconut flour is extremely absorbent and also crumbly, so it requires extra eggs and extra liquids compared to almond flour.

This is also the reason you’ll use so little coconut flour in recipes compared to almond flour.  I typically will use about 3-4 times the amount of almond flour as I would coconut flour – that’s a major difference!

For example (though I haven’t tested this) if I were to try to make these cookies with all almond flour, I’d most likely try a total of 2 cups, tripling the amount of the coconut flour measurement.

There’s no exact science that I’m aware of when it comes to converting the two flours.  But, through trial and error, I’ve found that for every 1 cup almond flour, you need only 1/4-1/3 cup coconut flour.  Additionally, many times, you’ll need an extra egg as well.

Was that enough confusing baking science for you?  Because I think I’m ready to move onto the raspberry jam!

I decided to go with a really simple chia jam for these cookies.  A paleo and vegan jam that you can make with just 3 ingredients in about 10 minutes.  Chia jam is really just as easy as cooking fruit along with a sweetener and some chia seeds to thicken it.

You can sub in another berry if you like here, and might also want to puree the fruit first if you’re using one that doesn’t break down as easily as raspberries.

The result of putting it all together – soft, flavorful cookies baked with a fruity jam right in the middle – totally irresistible!

Since I wanted these  I even drizzled a little white icing over some of them.  Check out my strawberry pop tart recipe for details on how to make the icing.

I hope you’re ready to bake these fun, addicting little cookies!  Grab your ingredients and an apron (raspberries!) and let’s go!

Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies {Paleo, Nut-Free Option}

Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies {Paleo, Nut-Free Option}

These classic thumbprint cookies use a paleo raspberry chia jam with two options for the cookies - an original and nut free version that are both so tasty! Great for holiday baking or anytime!
Author: Michele Rosen
Servings: 16 cookies
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4.42 from 12 votes

Ingredients

Original Version:

  • 1 egg room temp
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil melted, refined
  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp lemon extract optional
  • 1 cup blanched almond flour
  • 1/4 cup + 1 Tbsp coconut flour
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp fine grain sea salt

Nut free version:

  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp coconut oil melted, refined
  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp lemon extract optional
  • 1/2 cup + 1 Tbsp coconut flour
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp fine grain sea salt

Jam:

  • 1 1/2 cups raspberries 6 oz
  • 2 Tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 Tbsp chia seeds

Instructions

  1. Mix dry ingredients in a medium bowl and set aside. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg or eggs, maple syrup, coconut oil and extracts. Stir the dry ingredients into the wet until a sticky dough forms. Chill dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 mins.

  2. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll dough into 15-18 balls and place on baking sheet. Press your thumb or a 1/4 tsp in the center of each ball, then spoon 1/2 tsp of the jam into each.

  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 mins or until set and beginning to turn light brown. Remove and allow to cool 5-10 mins on the baking sheet, then remove to wire racks to cool completely.

Jam:

  1. In a small saucepan, heat raspberries over medium heat until saucy and bubbling, mashing them with a spoon as they cook (about 3-5 mins).

  2. Add the maple syrup, stir, then add the chia seeds and continue to cook and stir, lowering the heat a bit to med-low, for about 5-7 more minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat and allow to cool 5 mins, then transfer to a jar to cool completely.

Recipe Notes

*Nutrition is calculated using the original version.

Nutrition

Calories: 127kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 10mg
Sodium: 70mg
Potassium: 44mg
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 6g
Vitamin A: 20IU
Vitamin C: 3mg
Calcium: 34mg
Iron: 0.6mg

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More than a little into running and paleo recipes (yoga now too!) but I'm not here to rain on your grains (or anything else) so come along for the ride! I do a little too much of everything (except cleaning), and I enjoy laughing at myself. As long as I'm the one making the jokes, that is. Just kidding. So bring me your angst, your appetite and your frying pan and climb aboard!

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  1. jan says

    November 26, 2018 at 3:58 pm

    Thank you so much for the information about converting (or not!) for coconut flour. This will be very helpful for me. I would also like to know how to make recipes with banana flour. It seems to me to be more digestible than coconut flour but I cannot substitute directly. Is there a conversion? I cannot find many recipes using banana flour either- so I do need to learn how to substitute it.

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  2. Natalie says

    November 27, 2018 at 2:07 am

    5 stars
    I love thumbprint cookies! These look gorgeous and perfect for Christmas!

    Reply
  3. Lori says

    November 27, 2018 at 2:06 pm

    I made the nut free version but it is ceumbly, any suggestions?

    Reply
  4. Brittany Audra @ Audra's Appetite says

    November 27, 2018 at 11:38 pm

    I love that you offered two different versions for these cookies! I love making homemade chia jam too, so these cookies are perfect!

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  5. Globe Valves says

    November 29, 2018 at 7:12 am

    5 stars
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  6. Laura says

    December 3, 2018 at 11:21 am

    Any way to make them egg free as well?

    Reply
    • Cheryl says

      December 14, 2019 at 10:29 pm

      I just used a flax egg. They came out great

      Reply
  7. allison says

    December 13, 2018 at 12:35 pm

    how do you make the white drizzle on top?

    Reply
  8. Hotmail Entrar says

    December 17, 2018 at 1:49 am

    Thanks for sharing such a great information with us. Your Post is very unique and all information is reliable for new readers

    Reply
  9. Jackie says

    February 6, 2019 at 8:38 pm

    Your recipes are so easy to follow. You are inspirational ?

    Reply
    • Michele says

      February 7, 2019 at 4:34 pm

      Glad you’re enjoying!

      Reply
  10. Chelisa says

    February 13, 2019 at 3:47 pm

    5 stars
    I completely missed the part about cooking the chia jam! Oh well. The cookies didn’t come out as pretty but they still taste delicious. I added a little less maple syrup in the cookie mixture and jam and they came out the right sweetness, at least for me. I didn’t have lemon extract, so I used lemon zest, which was great. Plus, I added 1/4 tsp of almond extract, and it was a great addition.

    Reply
  11. Marie says

    February 23, 2019 at 9:48 pm

    I love all the recipes I have tried from you . The molasses granola is very good for cereal . How much is a serving? I missed it in the info . Thanks

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  13. JoJo says

    December 21, 2019 at 9:35 am

    5 stars
    Love these cookies!! I don’t have almond flour so I usually just use regular flour and add a Tb of water to the mix and it is fine. I also make them and drizzle semi-sweet or dark melted chocolate over, a great addition!

    Reply
  14. Storey says

    December 23, 2019 at 12:08 am

    How do you make the white drizzle?

    Reply
  15. maria says

    April 7, 2020 at 8:25 am

    3 stars
    it was just ok; no one liked the lemon flavor, plus it lacked the sweetness without coconut sugar.

    Reply
  16. Christine says

    August 20, 2020 at 1:16 am

    I’m looking for a coconut free recipe, could I replace the coconut oil with olive oil (chilled so it’s more solid?)

    Reply
  17. Sherice Campbell says

    September 28, 2020 at 8:57 am

    Can the egg be replaced with flax egg?

    Reply

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