Thumbprint Cookies: The Best Indulgent Treat for Any Occasion
Delicious and easy-to-make Thumbprint Cookies filled with your favorite jam, perfect for any celebration.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fruit jam (your choice)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until combined.
- Using your hands, shape the dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Use your thumb to create an indent in the center of each cookie.
- Fill each indent with your choice of fruit jam.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges start to turn golden.
- Let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
Notes
- For a twist, try using different types of jams or even chocolate ganache!
- Ensure to not overbake the cookies for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg