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Thumbprint Cookies Recipe

Delicious Thumbprint Cookies Recipe with Jam and Nutella Variations

Try this Thumbprint Cookies Recipe featuring sweet jam or Nutella in a tender cookie, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 13 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 1 large Egg Yolk
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Jam for filling
Optional Extras
  • 1/2 cup Crushed Nuts like pistachios or almonds
  • 1 teaspoon Citrus Zest for flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cream the butter and sugars until fluffy.
  2. Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until combined.
  3. Combine dry ingredients and add to wet mixture, mixing until dough forms.
  4. Shape about 1 tablespoon of dough into balls and place on a baking sheet.
  5. Create indentations in each ball for filling.
  6. Chill the cookie dough in the freezer for about 30 minutes.
  7. Warm your preferred jam or Nutella slightly for easier filling.
  8. Fill the indentations with jam or Nutella, then bake for 11-13 minutes.
  9. Cool the cookies for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies are great for any occasion and can be customized with various fillings.

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