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Thumbprint cookies

Thumbprint Cookies: 5 Delightful Ways to Savor Happiness

  • Author: [email protected]
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious thumbprint cookies filled with jam.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup fruit jam of your choice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, cream the butter and sugars together.
  3. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
  4. Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until combined.
  5. Shape the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet.
  6. Make an indent in the center of each ball using your thumb.
  7. Fill each indent with jam.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  9. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • You can use any flavor of jam.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container.
  • For a festive touch, sprinkle powdered sugar on top after cooling.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

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