Love Bird’s Nest Cookies
It’s easy to make a quick batch of fresh raspberry preserves, but you can use any red jam to make these look lovely! The jam is added after the cookie is baked to keep that fresh flavour and texture. Once filled, they keep well for a few days but will probably disappear quickly!
| Servings | Prep Time |
| 2dozen | 15minutes |
| Cook Time |
| 10 minutes per pan |
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2cups all purpose flour
- 1/2cup almond flour
- 2 flax “eggs”Mix 2 Tablespoons flax seed with 6 Tablespoons warm water and let sit for a few minutes.
- 1/2teaspoon salt
- 1teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2cup vegan butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2teaspoon almond flavouring
- 1/3cup shredded coconutfor rolling your raw cookies in!
- 1/4- 1/2cup raspberry jamUse pre-made or make some in just a few minutes! It tastes so much fresher!
Instructions
- Heat your oven to 350 degrees F. and prepare your cookie sheets by lightly oiling or covering with parchment paper.
- Prepare your flax eggs in a small bowl.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together.
- Add your flavourings and the flax egg and mix well.
- Sift together your flours, salt, and baking powder. Add to the mixing bowl and mix until a dough forms. You can chill it now until you are ready to bake. It may be easier to work with when it is colder.
- Roll your cookie dough into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball into shredded coconut to help make the “nest” look!
- Use your thumb, finger, or special 3D printed heart tool into the center of each cookie to make a nest.
- Bake these empty nests until brown, about 10 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let cool on the tray for a few minutes. Then move to a cooling rack to cool completely.
- Carefully fill each nest with your raspberry preserves. Serve with love! Enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Here’s a link to what you need to make your own 3-D printed cookie press. Have fun!
