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Jam Thumbprint Cookies

These soft, buttery Jam Thumbprint Cookies are filled with sweet jam centers and can be tailored to fit healthier dietary needs. Ideal for parties or weeknight baking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup butter (softened)
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract for dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup jam of your choice
Glaze Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tsp milk add to desired consistency
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract for glaze

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. In your mixer bowl, beat 1 cup of softened butter, 2/3 cup granulated sugar, and 1 tsp vanilla extract together for 3 minutes.
  3. Add in 2 cups of all-purpose flour and mix together until just combined.
  4. Use a 1 Tbsp size cookie scoop to scoop the dough. Roll each scoop into a ball and place on your cookie sheet about 2 inches apart.
  5. Use your thumb or a small spoon to press down and make an indentation in the center of each ball.
  6. Fill each indentation with jam.
Baking
  1. Bake at 350°F for 14-16 minutes until the edges are lightly browned.
  2. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the cookie sheets for 3 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
Glazing
  1. For the glaze, whisk together 1/2 cup powdered sugar and 2-3 tsp milk in a small mixing bowl until smooth.
  2. Only add enough milk until it whisks together but is the right consistency for drizzling.
  3. Drizzle over the cookies before serving.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. Freeze baked cookies in a single layer for up to 3 months. For a healthier option, use whole grain flour and sugar-free jam.