Description

Delight your taste buds with these buttery Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies that are perfect for any occasion. These tender, melt-in-your-mouth cookies filled with sweet raspberry jam are a classic favorite for holiday gatherings or a sweet treat any time of the year.

Ingredients

Ingredients:

1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
⅔ cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ tsp salt
½ cup raspberry jam or preserves
Optional powdered sugar for dusting

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cream butter and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract.
Add dry ingredients: Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Shape the cookies: Scoop 1-inch balls of dough, roll between palms, and place on the baking sheet. Make an indent in the center of each ball.
Fill with jam: Fill each indentation with raspberry jam.
Bake: Bake for 12 to 14 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Dust with sugar: Dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.

Notes

For a firmer thumbprint, chill the dough for 20 minutes before shaping.
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Experiment with different jams like apricot or strawberry for variety.