Immerse yourself in the world of vegan baking with these delightful Vegan Thumbprint Cookies, a perfect treat for anyone looking for a dairy-free cookie option. These cookies are not only simple to make but also wonderfully versatile, allowing you to experiment with different jam flavors. Made with vegan butter and plant milk, they have a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture, with a sweet burst of jam in the center.
Why You’ll Love This: If you’re vegan or catering to someone who is, these thumbprint cookies are a great choice. They are easy to make, look impressive, and taste delicious. The combination of the sweet, buttery cookie and the fruity jam center makes for a delightful contrast in flavors.
Perfect Occasion: These cookies are perfect for tea parties, gatherings, or as a thoughtful homemade gift. You can make them for special occasions or simply as a treat to enjoy with family and friends. Plus, the option to use different jams means you can cater to a variety of tastes.
Ingredients:
- 200g vegan butter (room temperature)
- 150g sugar (3/4 cup)
- 1 packet vanilla sugar (8g)
- 250g flour (2 cups)
- 2 tbsp plant milk
- Extra sugar for rolling
- Your favorite jams (e.g., apricot, wild berries)
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, beat the vegan butter with an electric hand mixer until creamy.
- Add sugar and vanilla sugar, beating until well combined and creamy.
- Gradually mix in the flour, adding the plant milk after half of the flour is incorporated, until a thick dough forms.
- Form 1 tbsp of dough into a ball with your hands, roll in sugar, and place on a baking tray. Create a well in the center with the back of a teaspoon or your thumb.
- Fill each well with your chosen jam.
- Bake at 190°C (374°F) for about 13 minutes.
- Allow to cool before removing from the tray.
Enjoy these Vegan Thumbprint Cookies as a delicious and eye-catching treat, perfect for impressing your family and friends with your baking skills!
