Keto Shortbread Thumbprint Cookies

Why not indulge in your favorite treat while maintaining ketosis? We have presented you with an intriguing solution! Keto Shortbread Thumbprint Cookies

These Keto Shortbread Thumbprint Cookies with raspberry jam filling are not only aesthetically pleasing but also delicious mini treats. This recipe of cookies is crafted with love and care so that the people on a keto & gluten-free diet will also enjoy these delicious & healthy cookies. These thumbprint cookies feature keto & gluten-free flours(coconut & almond), almond & vanilla essence, sugar-free raspberry jam(commercial/homemade), butter, keto sweetener(powdered), & optional garnishes(roasted & sliced almonds & powdered keto sweetener). These Keto Shortbread Thumbprint Cookies are versatile; they pair well with a lot of things like teas, coffees, dessert/celebration platters, dairy/coconut cream, fresh berries, etc.
Let’s follow the recipe to enjoy them as you like!

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OVERVIEW:

• Time for preparation: Fifteen mins
• Cooking time: 12/15 minutes
• Time for cooling: Twenty mins
• Time(total): 45to 50 minutes
• Amount/serving: One cookie
• Servings(total): 18 cookies
• Diet: Low-carb, keto, gluten-free

TOOLS:

SPATULA(SILICON/RUBBER):

• You will require a spatula for mixing & cleaning the sides of the bowl. Make sure that the spatula(silicone/rubber) should be able to handle heat.

BOWLS FOR MIXING:

• You will need two bowls. One bowl will contain the dry ingredients & another bowl will have the wet ingredients.

MIXER(HAND/STAND):

• An electric mixer(hand/stand) will work fine. Use according to availability to whip the butter along with the sweetener(keto) to make them creamy & airy.

TABLESPOON/COOKIE SCOOP:

• Use a cookie scoop or a tablespoon to measure the dough for a cookie each time. So, every cookie will be of same size.

CUPS AND SPOONS FOR MEASURING:

• Using the measuring cups & spoons will help you measure every item accurately. By this, you can guarantee a perfect recipe.

OVEN:

• It is one of the essential items(for baking) you must have. Otherwise, you have to bake in the pot on the stove, which might not be so perfect.

BAKING SHEET:

• Use a baking sheet(rimmed) to transfer & bake the cookies.

PARCHMENT PAPER/BAKING MAT(SILICONE):

• You must have to cover the baking sheet either using paper(parchment)/baking mat(silicone).

INGREDIENTS:

FOR COOKIES:

• Almond flour, 1.75 cups
• 0.25 cup of coconut flour
• Half a cup of butter
• Salt, a quarter tsp.
• One-third cup of erythritol
• 1/4 teaspoon of almond essence
• Essence of vanilla, 1/2 teaspoon

ITEMS FOR FILLING:

• 1/3 cup of raspberry jam
• Chia seeds, one tablespoon

GARNISHING MATERIAL:

• Keto sweetener
• 2 tablespoons of almonds

INGREDIENT DIRECTIVES:

BUTTER:

• Soften butter to a normal surrounding temperature before using. The use of the unsalted version of butter will give you the salt controlin your own hands.

ALMONDS FOR GARNISHING:

• Dry roast & then slice the almonds, then garnish the cookies with them if you like.

KETO FLOUR:

• This recipe uses the combo of coconut & almond flour. Stick to the amount of both flours in the list of ingredients.

ALMOND FLOUR:

• Use the flour of skinless almonds that has been finely powdered so that cookies don’t have any coarse granules.

COCONUT FLOUR:

• Since coconut flour is far more absorbent than almond flour, we are just using a little amount of it in this recipe.

ESSENCE OF ALMOND & VANILLA:

• The essence of almond & vanilla enhances the flavor & aroma of cookies to the next level. You can drop the almond essence if you want, but it will provide a strong almond flavor to the cookies.

RASPBERRY JAM:

• Many brands use zero-calorie sweeteners like stevia or erythritol while making the raspberry jam. Buying the keto raspberry jam after carefully reading the label will make your work quick & easier.
• If you are too concerned about carbs and don’t trust brands, then you can make your own raspberry jam at home to have more strict control over carbs.

SWEETENERS:

• Granular sweeteners will give you a tough time to dissolve & may end up with the little crystals in the jam. Here we recommend you guys that you work with powdered sweeteners like Swerve confectioners’ or monk fruit erythritol blend.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Turn your empty oven on.
2. At 350 degrees Fahrenheit, fix the temperature.
3. Grab a baking sheet & cover its bottom& sides using paper(parchment)/mat(baking).
4. Now, pick a normal-sized bowl for mixing the items.
5. Include the butter(softened) & erythritol(powdered)in it.
6. Use the electric mixer(hand/stand) to beat both of the items till they become creamy & airy.
7. After around two mins, include the essence of almond & vanilla.
8. After mixing the essence in it, your wet ingredients are mixed & ready.
9. Grab another bowl, include both of the keto flours & salt in it.
10. Mix them well to combine & then transfer the mix of dry items to the creamy butter mix.
11. Mix them till the formation of dough for cookies; the resultant dough needs to be soft.
12. Fix a spoon or cookie scoop to make the portions of dough.
13. Make the balls of each portion & position them at a distance on the sheet of baking.
14. Use your thumb/the back of a spoon to make a groove in the balls.
15. Never press them flat as they will flatten while baking.
16. Include half a teaspoon of keto raspberry jam(branded/homemade).
17. Now transfer the baking sheet with ready-to-bake cookies to the oven(preheated).
18. Give them around fifteen mins or wait till the cookies’ edges begin to get brown.
19. At this moment, the baking sheet should be taken out of the oven & placed on the counter to rest.
20. After ten mins, transfer the cookies to the rack(cooling).
21. Once you see the cookies have cooled completely, garnish them with almonds(sliced & toasted) or keto sweetener(powdered).
22. Your Keto Shortbread Thumbprint Cookies are ready to enjoy!

TIPS:

• Chill the dough for approximately 30 minutes if it feels extremely soft to work with. After chilling, it will be easier for you to handle.
• There is no need to overbake the cookies in the oven, as they get firm upon cooling down.
• It is necessary to fill the groove with not more than half a teaspoon. Otherwise, it spreads while baking & your cookie will be a mess.
• Make sure that the raspberry jam you are using must be too low in calories.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

• These thumbprint cookies will pair well with espresso, black coffee, herbal teas, cold brew, bulletproof coffee(keto), keto chai latte, etc.
• These wonderful cookies may be the best part of a mini dessert buffet and celebration platters.
• Serve these shortbread thumbprint cookies along with dairy/coconut cream(sugar-free), fresh berries, black/white sugar-free chocolate, grated lemon zest, etc.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Once they come to the surrounding temperature, pack them in a jar with a lid(sealed). Enjoy them for approx. five days while keeping the jar in the fridge.

FREEZER:

• Arrange the individual cookies on a tray. Then pack them as directed above & freeze them for around sixty days. Whenever you want to serve/eat, defrost them half an hour earlier at a surrounding temperature.

FAQs:

Can I use other versions of sweetener if the powdered version is not available?

• Always try to avoid using granular/liquid sweetener here. Granular sweetener will be too difficult for you to dissolve & might give you a grainy texture. On the other hand, a liquid sweetener will make your dough too soft to handle. While the powdered version of keto sweetener works best in this recipe, especially.

Is raspberry jam naturally keto-friendly?

• Never, traditionally, Raspberry jams are too high in carbs. You should follow the brands that use keto sweeteners to make keto-friendly jams. Otherwise, the best option is homemade keto raspberry jam.

Is it possible to use almond flour only without adding coconut flour?

• You need to adjust the liquids, too; it is better not to disturb the ingredient list. Still, if you can’t use coconut flour & are planning to use almond flour in its place, then use less butter as almond flour is already moister than coconut flour.

Why are my cookies continuously spreading?

• Either you have melted the butter or the dough is too hot; either of these may be the reason for the spreading of the cookies. The solution is simple: chill the cookie in the freezer, it will harden the dough & your cookies will not spread.

How can I make the raspberry jam(keto)?

• Cook a cup of raspberries along with the juice of a lemon & a couple of tablespoons of erythritol(powdered). When the raspberries become soft, smash them & mix a tablespoon of chia seeds. The jam should then be allowed to reach room temperature. This will make your jam thick.

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NUTRITIONAL FACTS/SERVING:

Calories: ~105 kilocalories
Fat(total): 9.5 grams
Saturated fat: Three and a half grams
Carbs(total): 3.2 grams
Fiber: 1.4 g
Net carbohydrates: 1.8 grams
Protein: 2.4 g
Sodium(Na): Twenty-five mg
Calcium(Ca): Thirty miligrams
Iron(Fe): 0.4 miligrams
Sugar: less than half a gram(from jam)