Goober Thumbprint Cookies
Indulge in the nostalgic charm of Goober Thumbprint Cookies, a delightful combination of buttery peanut goodness and sweet jam-filled centers. These irresistible treats bring together smooth peanut butter, rich brown sugar, and a hint of vanilla to create a soft, melt-in-your-mouth cookie base. Topped with your favorite fruit preserves or peanut butter jam, each bite offers a perfect balance of creamy, nutty, and fruity flavors. Quick to prep and ready in under 30 minutes, these cookies are as easy to make as they are to enjoy. Whether you're looking for a crowd-pleasing dessert or a fun baking project, Goober Thumbprint Cookies are the ultimate choice. Perfect for holidays, bake sales, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, these classic thumbprint cookies will keep you coming back for more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cup smooth peanut butter
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup peanut butter jam or your favorite fruit preserves
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy and well combined, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the bowl and continue to mix until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll them into balls. Place the dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Using your thumb or the back of a small spoon, gently press into the center of each dough ball to create a small well.
Fill each well with about 1/2 teaspoon of jam or fruit preserves. Take care not to overfill, as the jam may spill over during baking.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just lightly golden. The cookies may appear slightly soft, but they will firm up as they cool.
Remove the baking sheets from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, store the Goober Thumbprint Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3711 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 192.8 g | 247% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.6 g | 393% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 444 mg | 148% | |
| Sodium | 2160 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 436.1 g | 159% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.8 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 254.0 g | ||
| Protein | 66.1 g | 132% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 221 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 727 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
