Jelly Centered Sugar Cookies

Sweet, buttery, and irresistibly nostalgic, these Jelly Centered Sugar Cookies are the perfect treat to brighten any occasion. Featuring a soft, melt-in-your-mouth sugar cookie base, each cookie is crowned with a dollop of your favorite fruity jelly or jam, creating a delightful balance of texture and flavor. With simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract, this easy recipe comes together in just 20 minutes of prep time, making it ideal for both seasoned bakers and beginners. Baked to golden perfection and optionally dusted with powdered sugar for an elegant finish, these thumbprint cookies are a crowd-pleasing dessert for holidays, tea parties, or everyday snacking. Whip up a batch of these homemade jelly-filled treats and savor the sweetness of every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Your favorite jelly or jam
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the bowl and mix until well combined.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place the dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 7

Use your thumb or the back of a small spoon to make an indentation in the center of each dough ball.

Step 8

Fill each indentation with about 1/2 teaspoon of your favorite jelly or jam.

Step 9

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Avoid overbaking, as the cookies should remain soft.

Step 10

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Optional: Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar for a decorative and tasty finish.

Step 12

Serve and enjoy your homemade jelly-centered sugar cookies!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	937 grams (937.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4027

Total Fat 202.70g	260%
Saturated Fat 124.00g	620%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 736mg	245%
Sodium 1217mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 524.60g	191%
Dietary Fiber 9.40g	34%
Total Sugars 276.00g
Protein 39.60g	79%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 129mg	10%
Iron 16mg	87%
Potassium 570mg	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: 44.7%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 51.4%