Description
Aromatic Thumbprint Cookies are a delightful blend of buttery goodness and fruity sweetness, perfect for any occasion. These soft, crumbly cookies feature a luscious jam or chocolate filling, making them a favorite among cookie lovers. With their inviting aroma and charming appearance, they evoke wonderful memories of baking with loved ones. Whether enjoyed with tea or gifted to friends, these cookies will be the star of your dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup high-quality jam or chocolate spread
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Gradually add flour, stirring until just combined to form a soft dough.
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the baking sheet and create an indentation in each ball using your thumb.
- Fill the indentations with about half a teaspoon of jam or chocolate spread.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden around the edges. Cool on a wire rack before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg