Description
Thumbprint cookies are buttery, sweet treats with a jam center. They are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup jam (any flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until smooth. Mix in vanilla.
- Add flour and salt, mixing until dough forms.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls. Place on baking sheet and press your thumb into the center of each.
- Fill each indentation with jam.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter for smoother dough.
- Try different jam flavors for variety.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 18mg
Keywords: thumbprint cookies, jam cookies, easy dessert, buttery cookies