Thimble Cookies Christmas Cookies

Brighten your holiday table with these delightful Thimble Cookies Christmas Cookies, a timeless treat that’s as charming as it is delicious! These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread cookies feature a signature thumbprint (or thimble-made!) indentation filled with your favorite fruit preserves, such as raspberry, apricot, or strawberry, for a pop of color and festive flavor. With just a handful of pantry staples and a prep time of 20 minutes, these cookies are easy to make but look stunningly elegant. A dusting of powdered sugar adds a snowy, holiday-inspired finish, making them perfect for cookie exchanges, dessert platters, or gifting. Whether you're hosting guests or enjoying a cozy evening at home, these classic Christmas cookies are sure to delight.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup (softened) unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup fruit preserves or jam (e.g., raspberry, apricot, or strawberry)
• 0.25 cup powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Mix in the vanilla extract until fully combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Step 5

Scoop out small portions of dough, about 1 tablespoon each, and roll them into smooth balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

Step 6

Using your thumb, the back of a spoon, or a thimble, gently press an indentation into the center of each cookie dough ball, being careful not to press all the way through.

Step 7

Fill each indentation with about 1/2 teaspoon of your chosen jam or fruit preserves.

Step 8

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges just begin to turn golden. Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies tender.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Optionally, dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar for a festive finish.

Step 11

Serve and enjoy, or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	608 grams (608.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2538

Total Fat 98.40g	126%
Saturated Fat 56.40g	282%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 248mg	83%
Sodium 640mg	28%
Total Carbohydrate 398.30g	145%
Dietary Fiber 7.70g	28%
Total Sugars 191.80g
Protein 25.60g	51%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 69mg	5%
Iron 12mg	65%
Potassium 409mg	9%

*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: 34.3%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 61.7%