Description
These Perfect Raspberry Jam Thumbprint Cookies are buttery, soft, and filled with sweet raspberry jam, making them the ultimate homemade treat. They’re easy to make, with a crumbly texture that melts in your mouth and a jam-filled center that adds the perfect burst of flavor. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, from holiday baking to afternoon tea.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/2 cup raspberry jam (or your favorite jam)
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract and egg yolk until well combined.
- Add dry ingredients: Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until the dough comes together. You may need to use your hands to fully incorporate the flour into the butter mixture.
- Shape the cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to make an indentation in the center of each cookie.
- Fill with jam: Spoon about ½ teaspoon of raspberry jam into each indentation, being careful not to overfill.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Optional – dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness.
Notes
- You can use any fruit jam you prefer, such as strawberry, apricot, or blueberry, to change up the flavor.
- If the dough is too sticky, refrigerate it for about 30 minutes before rolling into balls.
- These cookies store well in an airtight container for up to 5 days
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg