Jam Buttons

Delightfully tender and buttery, Jam Buttons are the ultimate bite-sized treats that will brighten up any dessert table. These easy-to-make thumbprint cookies boast a melt-in-your-mouth texture with a luscious pop of fruity jam at the center, making them as visually appealing as they are delicious. Perfect for a teatime snack or festive holiday spread, this recipe comes together in just 20 minutes of prep time and yields a batch of 24 cookies. With simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, and your choice of jam—raspberry, strawberry, or apricot—these cookies strike the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. Whether you're a beginner baker or a seasoned pro, these irresistible Jam Buttons are the perfect combination of elegance and ease.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 115 grams unsalted butter
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 1 large egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 190 grams all-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 100 grams jam (e.g., raspberry, strawberry, or apricot)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar with a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating until fully incorporated.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a cohesive dough forms. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a smooth ball. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 5 cm (2 inches) apart.

Step 7

Use the back of a wooden spoon or your thumb to gently press a small indentation into the center of each dough ball.

Step 8

Fill each indentation with a small amount of jam, being careful not to overfill.

Step 9

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Serve and enjoy your homemade Jam Buttons. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	527.7 grams (527.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2227

Total Fat 104.90g	134%
Saturated Fat 59.40g	297%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 439mg	146%
Sodium 643mg	28%
Total Carbohydrate 311.10g	113%
Dietary Fiber 6.20g	22%
Total Sugars 151.50g
Protein 23.20g	46%

Vitamin D 18IU	91%
Calcium 83mg	6%
Iron 10mg	54%
Potassium 306mg	7%

*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: 41.4%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 54.5%