Spelt Jam Thumbprint Cookies are simple, wholesome, and irresistibly soft. Made with nutty spelt flour and your favourite jam, they’re perfect for tea time or as a light sweet treat. You get that melt-in-the-mouth texture with a hint of fruit in every bite.
They’re quick to make, easy to bake, and free from refined nonsense — just honest ingredients creating homely comfort.
This recipe swaps plain flour for spelt, giving the cookies more depth and nutrition while keeping the crumb tender. You can use raspberry, apricot, or strawberry jam — each brings a different kind of sweetness.
These cookies hold their shape beautifully and bake to a golden perfection with minimal effort, making them ideal for beginners or anyone craving a nostalgic bake with a wholesome twist.
Soft, buttery cookies made with nutty spelt flour and filled with your favourite jam. A healthier twist on the classic thumbprint cookie — simple, comforting, and full of flavour.
Servings 16
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
For a richer texture, chill the dough for 15 minutes before baking. Use different jams to create a colourful mix on your plate. Avoid overbaking — they should stay slightly soft in the centre.
Keep cookies in an airtight tin for up to 5 days. You can freeze unbaked dough balls for up to 3 months — just thaw slightly before baking.
These Spelt Jam Thumbprint Cookies are the perfect mix of simplicity and nostalgia. They’re wholesome, easy to bake, and always loved by family and guests alike. Give them a go today — and enjoy that warm, jammy centre with your next cup of tea.
