These vegan chocolate thumbprint cookies are the perfect mix of rich cocoa flavor, soft chewy texture, and endless filling ideas—from silky ganache to gooey Biscoff. Whether it’s for Diwali gifting, Christmas cookie boxes, or just midnight cravings, these little delights are a must-try!
Best part? They’re 100% eggless, dairy-free, and made with everyday pantry ingredients.
🌿 Why You’ll Love These Cookies:.
✅ Plant-based, dairy-free, and eggless
🍫 Deep chocolate flavor using real cocoa
⏱️ Ready in under 30 minutes
🧒 Kid-friendly & fun to shape
🎁 Ideal for gifting during festive seasons
🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need:.
For the Cookie Dough:
1 ½ cups (225g) All-purpose flour
½ cup (50g) Dutch-processed cocoa powder
½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
½ cup (125g) vegan butter (softened)
½ cup (110g) granulated sugar
⅓ cup (75g) light brown sugar
1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
2 to 2½ tbsp (40–50ml) dairy-free milk (almond, oat, soy etc.)
For the Ganache Filling:
115g vegan chocolate (chips or finely chopped)
½ cup (125ml) vegan cream (Oatly or coconut)
Pinch of salt
Optional Fillings:
Biscoff spread
Raspberry jam
Nut butter + sugar
Edible glitter or crushed nuts for topping
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions:.
Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Line 2 baking trays with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, beat vegan butter + sugars until smooth. Add vanilla extract.
Add dry ingredients + plant milk. Mix into a thick, soft dough.
Roll into small balls (around 40g each). Optional: coat with sugar.
Make thumbprint using a spoon or your thumb. Chill for 20-30 minutes.
Bake for 11 minutes, then gently re-press the indent if it puffs up.
Fill warm cookies with Biscoff or jam, or wait for them to cool to add ganache.
🍫 To Make the Ganache:
Add chopped chocolate to a bowl.
Heat cream until it simmers (not boil).
Pour over chocolate and let sit 2–3 mins.
Stir gently until smooth. Add salt.
Spoon into cooled cookie indents and let set 30 mins.
📦 Storage Tips:
Store airtight at room temp for 3 days or refrigerate for 1 week.
These cookies soften a little over time, but stay delicious!
✨ Pro Baking Tips:
Use a ½ tsp spoon for clean thumbprints.
Chill dough before baking to avoid spreading.
Don’t overbake — cookies should be just firm but soft.
Add sparkle with crushed nuts, edible glitter, or coconut flakes.
❤️ Best For:
Christmas or Diwali gifting
Cookie trays or dessert boxes
Kids’ lunch treats
Vegan or eggless baking ideas
Homemade edible presents
💡 Unique Filling Ideas:
Chocolate + orange zest
Jam + white chocolate
Coffee ganache
Peanut butter caramel
Rose jam for a desi twist
🌍 Related Recipes:
Rasmalai Cookies – Indian Fusion Dessert
Eggless Chocolate Cookies Recipe
Biscoff Butter Cookies
💬 Final Words:
If you’re looking for a guilt-free chocolate cookie recipe that’s not only vegan and eggless, but also rich, chewy, and beautiful—this is the one. Don’t forget to share your version on Instagram and tag @muskandigital.
