Rich Thumbprint Cookies
Indulge in the buttery decadence of Rich Thumbprint Cookies, a timeless treat that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. These melt-in-your-mouth delights feature a soft, tender cookie base made with real butter, a hint of vanilla, and the perfect touch of sweetness from both granulated and brown sugar. Each cookie is crowned with a luscious filling of your choice—tangy raspberry jam, fruity apricot preserves, or velvety chocolate spread—creating a delightful burst of flavor in every bite. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, these elegant cookies are ideal for holiday gatherings, tea parties, or any occasion that calls for a touch of homemade charm. Perfectly portioned to make 24 cookies, they’re as easy to share as they are to savor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup jam (e.g., raspberry, strawberry, or apricot), or chocolate spread
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until fluffy and light using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract to the mixture, and beat until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Scoop the dough into 1-inch balls using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop and place them 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to press an indent into the center of each dough ball.
Fill each indent with about 1/2 teaspoon of your choice of jam or chocolate spread.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3572 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 194.7 g | 250% | |
| Saturated Fat | 121.9 g | 610% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 517 mg | 172% | |
| Sodium | 82 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 434.1 g | 158% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 210.0 g | ||
| Protein | 30.0 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 141 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 479 mg | 10% | |
*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.
