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christmas thumbprint cookies

Christmas Thumbprint Cookies: 7 Reasons to Indulge Today


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Christmas thumbprint cookies are festive and delicious, filled with your favorite jam.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup fruit jam (your choice)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar.
  3. Add egg yolk and vanilla extract; mix well.
  4. Stir in flour and salt until combined.
  5. Shape dough into small balls and place on a baking sheet.
  6. Make an indentation in each ball with your thumb.
  7. Fill each indentation with fruit jam.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  9. Allow to cool before serving.

Notes

  • Store cookies in an airtight container.
  • Use different jams for variety.
  • These cookies freeze well.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 100
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

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