1-First Step: Prepare Mise en Place Measure all ingredients. Chop dried apricots if using. This setup ensures smooth assembly of your apricot sandwich cookies recipe. Line two baking sheets with parchment for chilling.

2-Second Step: Mix the Dough Combine almond flour and salt in a large bowl. Stir in melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla until a soft dough forms. For vegan or gluten-free, no changes needed. Knead gently for 1 minute. The dough should hold together like playdough.

3-Third Step: Chill the Dough Wrap dough in plastic and refrigerate for 20 minutes. Chilling firms it up for shaping. This step prevents sticky hands, ideal for apartment dwellers with small spaces.

4-Fourth Step: Shape the Cookies Preheat nothing; it’s no-bake. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions, roll into balls, and flatten into 2-inch discs on parchment. Aim for even thickness. Make 40 halves for 20 apricot jam filled sandwich cookies. Space them 1 inch apart. Chill discs for 15 minutes.

5-Fifth Step: Add the Filling Spread 1 teaspoon apricot jam on the bottom of half the discs. Top with matching discs, pressing gently. For low-calorie, use thinner jam layer. Add chopped apricots inside for extra crunch in homemade apricot jam cookies.

6-Sixth Step: Final Chill and Serve Refrigerate assembled cookie sandwiches for 10 minutes to set. Dust with powdered sugar if desired. Serve chilled or at room temp. These apricot cookies store well, perfect for meal prep.