Indulge in the delightful world of thumbprint cookies, a classic treat that blends crumbly shortbread dough with a variety of enticing fillings. These bite-sized morsels, also known as jam drops or butterballs, have captivated taste buds for generations. With a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture and a burst of fruity sweetness or nutty richness, thumbprint cookies are the perfect companions for a cozy afternoon tea or a festive holiday gathering. Embark on a culinary journey as we present a collection of delectable thumbprint cookie recipes, each offering a unique flavor profile that will tantalize your senses. From traditional favorites like raspberry jam-filled cookies to creative variations featuring Nutella, peanut butter, and even savory fillings like sun-dried tomatoes and goat cheese, these recipes cater to every palate. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's create a symphony of flavors with these irresistible thumbprint cookies!
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
JAM FILLED BUTTER COOKIES
This cookie recipe has been in my mother's family for more years than I've been alive. It's my favorite cookie; my comfort food!
Provided by MKHG
Categories Desserts Cookies Thumbprint Cookie Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, cream together the butter, white sugar and egg yolks. Mix in flour a little bit at a time until a soft dough forms. Roll dough into 1 inch balls. If dough is too soft, refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes. Place balls 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets. Use your finger or an instrument of similar size to make a well in the center of each cookie. Fill the hole with 1/2 teaspoon of preserves.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until golden brown on the bottom. Remove from cookie sheets to cool on wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Cholesterol 21.5 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 29.2 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
PERFECT THUMBPRINT COOKIES
My mother, Pauline, made really nice thumbprint cookies, but I never wrote down her recipe. I knew the ingredients, but unless you have the right proportions, you won't get that perfect melt-in-your-mouth texture. So, I did an image search and found a recipe that looked very similar, credited to a great-grandma named Mitzi. Since my last name is Mitzewich, that pretty much sealed the deal. In case you can't decide between a shortbread-focused cookie and a more jammy one, here's how to make both.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Desserts Cookies Thumbprint Cookie Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Mix butter and powdered sugar together with a rubber spatula until creamy. Add vanilla extract, almond extract, salt, and egg yolk. Mix with the spatula. Add flour and blend until just combined.
- Use a sorbet scoop to portion dough into 1/2-ounce (1-tablespoon) balls. Roll balls in a plate of white sugar to coat; roll again between your palms. Place several inches apart on a silicone-lined baking sheet. Flatten balls lightly with your fingers.
- To make shortbread cookies with a little jam, poke a well into each cookie using the end of a thick wooden spoon dusted with powdered sugar or using one of your fingers. Fill cookies with fruit jam. Tap baking sheet against the counter to let jam settle.
- Bake in the preheated oven until tops are barely blonde and bottoms are slightly golden, about 15 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack before icing.
- Meanwhile, mix powdered sugar with a little milk until you have a consistency that will hold its shape when piped. Pipe icing on top of cookies in a zigzag pattern. Let sit for 15 minutes before serving.
- For a more jam-forward cookie, press your thumb into the cookies to make large, shallow indentations. Spoon in jam. Tap baking sheet against the counter.
- Bake until not quite golden brown, about 15 minutes. Let rest on pan for 5 minutes before transferring a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 22.5 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 33.2 mg, Sugar 15.1 g
JAM THUMBPRINTS
Delicious and attractive little cookies, with a thumb indentation filled with preserves. Fill with different colored preserves for an interesting presentation.
Provided by Esther Kenagy
Categories Desserts Cookies Thumbprint Cookie Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease cookie sheets, or line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks, vanilla, and salt. Gradually mix in flour.
- Shape dough into 3/4 inch balls. Dip in lightly beaten egg whites, then roll in finely chopped walnuts. Place 1 inch apart on prepared cookie sheets. Press down center of each with thumb.
- Bake for 15 to 17 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely. Just before serving, fill centers of cookies with strawberry preserves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Cholesterol 30.6 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 90.3 mg, Sugar 5.8 g
JAM-FILLED THUMBPRINT COOKIES
Very pretty and delicius, you can use any jam of your choice. Courtesy of foodblog "Baking Bites". So simple, too!
Provided by Cinnamonised
Categories Dessert
Time 33m
Yield 40 cookies, 40 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together butter, sugar and salt. Beat in vanilla, milk and cornstarch.
- Stir in flour until just combined.
- Roll into 1 inch balls. Place on baking sheet and make a shallow indentation with your thumb. Fill indentation with a bit of jam.
- Bake tarts for 12-13 minutes, until cookies just start to brown.
- Cool on a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 76.3, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 6.4, Sodium 25.5, Carbohydrate 12.6, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 5, Protein 0.9
JAM THUMBPRINT COOKIES
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together the butter and sugar until they are just combined and then add the vanilla. Separately, sift together the flour and salt. With the mixer on low speed, add the flour mixture to the creamed butter and sugar. Mix until the dough starts to come together. Dump on a floured board and roll together into a flat disk. Wrap in plastic and chill for 30 minutes.
- Roll the dough into 1 1/4-inch balls. (If you have a scale they should each weigh 1 ounce.) Dip each ball into the egg wash and then roll it in coconut. Place the balls on an ungreased cookie sheet and press a light indentation into the top of each with your finger. Drop 1/4 teaspoon of jam into each indentation. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the coconut is a golden brown. Cool and serve.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly affect the taste of your cookies. Use fresh butter, eggs, and flour, and choose a good quality jam.
- Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much in the oven.
- Make sure the oven is preheated before baking: A preheated oven will help the cookies bake evenly.
- Watch the cookies carefully while they are baking: Cookies can go from perfectly baked to overdone very quickly, so keep an eye on them and remove them from the oven as soon as they are done.
- Let the cookies cool before filling them: This will help to prevent the jam from running out of the cookies.
- Be creative with your fillings: You can use any type of jam or preserves that you like. You can also get creative with your fillings and try using different things like Nutella, peanut butter, or even cookie butter.
Conclusion:
Jam-filled thumbprint cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of cookies that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these jam-filled thumbprint cookies a try.
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