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Healthy 4Th of July Thumbprint Cookies

Irresistible Healthy 4th of July Thumbprint Cookies


  • Author: Emily Parker
  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These healthy 4th of July thumbprint cookies are a festive and delicious treat. Made with simple ingredients, they are perfect for celebrating Independence Day. The cookies are soft, slightly chewy, and filled with fruity jam for a burst of flavor.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (120g) white whole wheat flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • ¾ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 ½ tbsp (21g) unsalted butter or coconut oil, melted and cooled slightly
  • 1 large egg white, room temperature
  • 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup (96g) coconut sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (40g) raspberry jam
  • 2 tablespoons (40g) blackberry jam

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix the melted butter or coconut oil, egg white, vanilla extract, and coconut sugar.
  4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients until a dough forms.
  5. Roll the dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Use your thumb or a spoon to make an indentation in the center of each cookie.
  7. Fill each indentation with raspberry or blackberry jam.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Use any jam of your choice for different flavors.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • For gluten-free cookies, use a certified gluten-free flour blend.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 80
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 2g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: healthy cookies, 4th of July, thumbprint cookies, jam cookies, festive dessert