Description
Indulge in the irresistible charm of jam thumbprint cookies, where buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies cradle a vibrant dollop of sweet jam. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are not only visually appealing but also easy to make. With a delightful contrast between the tender cookie and fruity filling, each bite is a nostalgic reminder of family gatherings and festive celebrations. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or stored for later — either way, they’re a treat you won’t want to miss!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (light)
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup your favorite jam (raspberry, apricot, or strawberry)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Gradually incorporate the flour until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Make an indentation in each ball with your thumb or the back of a spoon.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and immediately fill each thumbprint with about half a teaspoon of jam while warm. Allow to cool on wire racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg