Strawberry Thumbprint Cookies: Easy, Fruity Delights for Everyone
Delightful strawberry thumbprint cookies are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup strawberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, mix flour and salt, then gradually add to the creamed mixture.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Press a thumbprint into the center of each ball.
- Fill the thumbprint with strawberry jam.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on wire racks.
Notes
- For a fun variation, try using different flavors of jam.
- Make sure the butter is at room temperature for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg