Jam Thumbprint Cookie Recipe
Today, we're diving into the delightful world of Jam Thumbprint Cookies.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large egg yolks
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Your favorite fruit jam (raspberry, strawberry, or apricot work great)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg yolks and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
- Make an indentation in the center of each cookie with your thumb (hence the name!).
- Fill each indentation with a small spoonful of your favorite jam.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.