Description
Strawberry Thumbprint Cookies are delightful treats featuring a buttery, soft cookie base filled with sweet strawberry jam. These charming cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s an afternoon tea or a casual snack. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and vibrant color, they not only elevate your dessert table but also evoke warm memories of baking with loved ones. Indulge in these irresistible bites that promise to satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup strawberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in flour until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
- Press your thumb or a spoon into the center of each ball to create a well; fill with strawberry jam.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool on wire racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 113
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg