Fabulous Thumbprint Cookies

Delightfully tender and buttery, these Fabulous Thumbprint Cookies are the perfect blend of simplicity and charm, making them an irresistible addition to any dessert table. Featuring a rich, velvety dough made with real butter, a hint of sweetness from granulated and light brown sugar, and a touch of vanilla, these cookies are elevated by the luscious jam or preserves nestled in their center. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a quick 12-minute bake, they’re an ideal choice for holidays, afternoon tea, or anytime you crave a homemade treat. Customize them with your favorite jam flavors—raspberry, apricot, strawberry—to suit your taste, and enjoy a dusting of powdered sugar for an extra touch of elegance. Perfect for sharing or savoring solo, these classic thumbprint cookies are as beautiful as they are delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 230 grams unsalted butter
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 50 grams light brown sugar
• 1 piece large egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 280 grams all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 120 grams jam or preserves of choice
• 10 grams powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined and the dough forms.

Step 6

Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 7

Using your thumb or the back of a small spoon, gently press a shallow indentation into the center of each dough ball.

Step 8

Fill each indentation with approximately 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of jam or preserves of your choice.

Step 9

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Step 10

Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

If desired, dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	814.2 grams (814.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3705

Total Fat 204.40g	262%
Saturated Fat 117.00g	585%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 693mg	231%
Sodium 1268mg	55%
Total Carbohydrate 458.80g	167%
Dietary Fiber 8.80g	31%
Total Sugars 221.20g
Protein 33.30g	67%

Vitamin D 18IU	90%
Calcium 153mg	12%
Iron 14mg	79%
Potassium 560mg	12%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.3%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 48.2%