Description
Delightful baked treats filled with your favorite jam, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Jam or fruit preserves of your choice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream the softened butter with powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add vanilla extract and mix to combine.
- Gradually incorporate flour and salt, mixing until well combined.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Make an indent in each ball with your thumb for the filling.
- Fill the indents with your chosen jam or fruit preserves.
- Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until edges turn light golden brown.
- Remove from oven and cool on a wire rack.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Cookies can also be frozen for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cookies, thumbprint cookies, baking, desserts, festive treats