Description
A classic cookie featuring a sweet jam filling in the center.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup jam or preserves of your choice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes for easier handling.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Make an indentation in the center of each ball using your thumb or a small round tool.
- Fill each indentation with a teaspoon of jam.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- You can use different flavors of jam for variety.
- For a nutty flavor, add 1/2 cup ground nuts to the dough.
- Drizzle with chocolate for a decorative touch.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: thumbprint cookies with jam recipe