Indulge in the delightful harmony of flavors with our exquisite Thumbprint Kisses, a timeless treat that captivates hearts and taste buds alike. These charming cookies, adorned with a delicate kiss of jam or Nutella, offer a delightful contrast between their crisp exteriors and soft, chewy interiors. Embark on a culinary journey as we present two irresistible variations of this classic confection: the traditional Thumbprint Cookies, bursting with the vibrant flavors of your favorite jam, and the alluring Nutella-filled Thumbprint Cookies, offering a rich, chocolatey indulgence. Prepare to be enthralled by the symphony of textures and flavors in every bite.
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THUMBPRINT HERSHEY KISS COOKIES
These Thumbprint Hershey Kiss Cookies are so much fun to make!
Provided by Kimberly
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease a large baking sheet and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl combine softened butter and peanut butter. Mix with a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy
- Add in both sugars and mix until well combined.
- Add in egg and vanilla and stir until just combined.
- Mix together flour, salt, and baking soda and add into wet mixture and mix until a dough forms.
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
CHOCOLATE THUMBPRINT COOKIES
My group of friends had a weekly "movie night" during winters on Martha's Vineyard, and we'd take turns making a chocolate treat to share. These terrific cookies were an instant success. Once they debuted, I had to make them many more times. -Laura Bryant German, W. Warren, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield about 2-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolk, milk and vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate until easy to handle, about 1 hour. , In a small bowl, whisk egg white until foamy. Shape dough into 1-in. balls; dip in egg white, then roll in nuts. Place on greased baking sheets. Using a wooden spoon handle, make an indentation in center of each cookie. Bake at 350° until center is set, 10-12 minutes. , For filling, combine the confectioners' sugar, butter, milk and vanilla; stir until smooth. Spoon or pipe 1/4 teaspoon into each warm cookie; gently press a chocolate kiss in the center. Carefully remove from pans to wire racks to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 52mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
THUMBPRINT HERSHEY KISS COOKIES
The best recipe for bite-sized, soft Thumbprint Hershey Kiss Cookies, also known as peanut butter blossoms. The perfect cookie-to-kiss ratio!
Provided by Kelly Anthony
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350° and have ready a cookie sheet lined with a sheet of parchment paper or a Silpat.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and sea salt. Set aside until ready to use.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, mix together butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar and peanut butter on medium-high speed. If you don't have a stand mixer, use a large mixing bowl and a handheld mixer. Add the egg, followed by the vanilla extract. Add the flour with the mixer on low. Remove bowl from mixer and scrape the dough from the bottom, up and over the top. Return bowl to the mixer and mix on low 30 seconds more.
- Scoop out a scant tablespoon of dough and form into a ball. Place about 1" apart on parchment paper. Bake 10 minutes, remove from the oven and set atop a cooling rack.
- Place the chocolate kiss in the center of the cookie and apply gentle pressure to inset. Allow to cool 5-10 minutes, serve and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 32 mg, Sodium 160 mg, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving
THUMBPRINT KISSES
This uses the basic thumbprint cookie recipe but you top it with a chocolate kiss instead of jam.
Provided by Sharon M.
Categories Desserts Cookies Thumbprint Cookie Recipes
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cream the butter and sugar together. Add the egg yolks and vanilla and mix well. Mix in the flour then knead in the finely chopped walnuts. Cover and chill dough for 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Roll chilled dough into 1 inch balls and place on ungreased cookie sheets. Make a thumbprint in the middle of each cookie.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 12 to 15 minutes.
- In a small pan over medium heat melt the caramels and the light cream together. Stir until smooth. Spoon 1/2 teaspoon o the caramel into the thumbprint of each warm cookie then top with a chocolate kiss.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.7 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 27.3 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 55.8 mg, Sugar 8.2 g
Tips:
- To make your thumbprint cookies extra special, try using different flavored jams or fillings. Some popular options include raspberry, strawberry, apricot, and lemon.
- For a more festive look, decorate your thumbprint cookies with sprinkles, chopped nuts, or even edible glitter.
- If you don't have a thumbprint cookie press, you can use the back of a spoon or your finger to make the indentations in the cookies.
- Be sure to chill the cookie dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
- Bake the cookies until the edges are just beginning to brown. Overbaking will make the cookies dry and crumbly.
Conclusion:
Thumbprint cookies are a classic and delicious treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With their buttery shortbread crust and sweet jam filling, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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