Description
These delightful Thumbprint Cookies are a classic treat perfect for any occasion. Buttery, tender cookies filled with your favorite jam create a sweet and satisfying dessert option.
Ingredients
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Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Filling:
- 1/2 cup fruit jam or preserves (any flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until dough forms.
- Form Cookies: Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls and place on the baking sheet. Press an indentation in the center of each ball.
- Fill Cookies: Add jam to the indentations.
- Bake: Bake for 12–14 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool and Serve: Cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- You can use various flavors of jam for different tastes.
- To prevent cracks, gently press indentations and chill dough if needed.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
