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Delicious Thumbprint Cookies Recipe with Jam Filling Magic – Buttery, Sweet, and Nostalgic

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This Thumbprint Cookies Recipe combines a buttery texture with a jam filling that evokes delightful nostalgia.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 11 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup jam of your choice

Instructions

  1. Cream butter and sugars until fluffy.
  2. Incorporate egg yolk and vanilla extract.
  3. Combine flour, cornstarch, and pinch of salt, then add to wet ingredients.
  4. Form tablespoon-sized dough balls and place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Press thumb or spoon to create indentation in each ball.
  6. Chill dough in freezer for 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  8. Fill each indentation with ~1 teaspoon jam.
  9. Bake for 11 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  10. Cool on wire rack before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure the dough is chilled to prevent cracks during baking.
  • Use high-quality jam for best flavor.
  • Allow cookies to cool completely to keep edges crisp.
  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 11 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian