Description
Jam-Filled Thumbprint Cookies are a delightful blend of buttery cookie dough and your favorite fruity jam, making them a sweet treat for any occasion. These charming cookies evoke nostalgia, reminiscent of cozy baking sessions with loved ones. With their tender texture and vibrant filling, they are sure to be a hit at family gatherings or festive celebrations. Easy to make and customizable with different jams, these cookies promise to create lasting memories with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup raspberry, strawberry, or apricot jam
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Mix in egg yolk and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add flour while mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Create an indentation in each ball with your thumb.
- Fill each indentation with about half a teaspoon of jam.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden around the edges. Cool on a wire rack before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg