Description
A simple recipe for jam thumbprint cookies that are soft and flavorful.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup fruit jam (your choice)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add vanilla extract and mix well.
- Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until combined.
- Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet.
- Make an indentation in each ball with your thumb.
- Fill each indentation with jam.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- You can use any flavor of jam you prefer.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Chill dough for 30 minutes for easier handling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: jam thumbprint cookies recipe