Description
Thumbprint Cookies are a delightful combination of buttery goodness and sweet fruit jam that evoke warm memories of family gatherings. With a tender texture and customizable fillings, these cookies are not only easy to make but also perfect for any occasion. Whether enjoyed with a cup of tea or shared with loved ones, they offer a burst of flavor that will keep everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fruit jam or jelly (raspberry, apricot, or strawberry)
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to the wet mixture until combined.
- Roll tablespoons of dough into balls and place them on ungreased baking sheets.
- Press your thumb gently in the center of each ball to create an indent.
- Fill each indent with about half a teaspoon of jam.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (18g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg