Description

Indulge in these delightful Snickerdoodle Thumbprint Cookies that are a perfect treat for any occasion. With a cinnamon-sugar coating and a gooey caramel or frosting center, these cookies are sure to be a hit!

Ingredients

Cookies:

1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cinnamon-sugar (for rolling)

Filling:

1/2 cup dulce de leche, caramel sauce, or cinnamon frosting

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cream the butter and sugars: In a large bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add egg and vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt.
Mix the dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until combined.
Shape and coat the dough: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and coat each in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Make thumbprints: Place the dough balls on the baking sheet and press a thumbprint or teaspoon into the center of each.
Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes until lightly golden.
Fill the cookies: Cool for 5 minutes, then fill each indentation with dulce de leche or your desired filling.
Cool and serve: Let cool completely before serving.

Notes

For a festive twist, fill with spiced cream cheese frosting or apple butter.
If the centers puff during baking, gently press them again while warm.