Small Batch Thumbprint Cookies
Bake 6 buttery Thumbprint Cookies with this simple recipe! Perfect for a quick, delightful treat filled with your favorite jam. Easy and delicious!
Servings: 6 cookies
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon jam
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350° F (177° C). Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Using an electric hand mixer, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This process should take about 1 minute for the best texture.
- Add the egg yolk and vanilla to the mixture, blending well to ensure a uniform consistency.
- Gently mix in the flour, ensuring it’s fully incorporated into the batter.
- Scoop the dough into 1 ½ tablespoon-sized portions and place them on a cookie sheet. Roll each portion into a smooth ball.
- Press a hole into the center of each ball, using your thumb or a 1 teaspoon measuring spoon for uniformity.
- Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon of jam into each thumbprint.
- Place the cookies in the oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until they’re perfectly set and lightly golden.Pro Tip: Consider sprinkling powdered sugar over the baked thumbprint cookies. This adds a delightful touch, particularly when presenting these cookies as part of a holiday food gift.
Notes
- Read the Recipe First: Take a moment to read through the full recipe and ingredient notes before starting. These cookies come together quickly, so it’s helpful to have all your ingredients prepped and ready to go.
- Optional Sugar Coating: For added sweetness and texture, you can roll the cookie dough balls in granulated sugar before baking. This step is entirely optional, based on your preference.
- Measure Flour Correctly: Spoon the flour into a dry measuring cup and level it off with the back of a knife. Avoid scooping directly from the bag, as it packs the flour too tightly and can affect the texture of your cookies.
- Use Room Temperature Jam: Soft, room temperature jam is easier to spoon into the cookies and won’t stiffen the dough.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 137kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 62mg | Potassium: 17mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 274IU | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg
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