Description
Delight your taste buds with these classic Thumbprint Cookies. Buttery and crumbly cookies filled with sweet jam, these treats are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Filling:
- 1/2 cup fruit jam or preserves (such as raspberry, strawberry, or apricot)
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
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 bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Add flour and salt: Add the flour and salt, stirring just until the dough comes together.
- Shape the cookies: Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Press a well into the center of each ball.
- Fill the cookies: Fill each indentation with about 1/2 teaspoon of jam.
- Bake: Bake for 12–14 minutes until lightly golden. Cool on the pan before transferring to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
- Switch up the flavor by using different types of jam or lemon curd.
- If the dough cracks when pressing, simply smooth the edges with your fingers.
