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Fruit Filled Thumbprint Cookies

Delicious Fruit Filled Thumbprint Cookies for Sweet Moments

These Fruit Filled Thumbprint Cookies are a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure to the cookies.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cookie dough.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Softened, for richness.
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder Helps the cookies rise.
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Fruit Jam or Preserves Flavor of choice, such as raspberry or apricot.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheets
  • oven
  • whisk
  • electric mixer
  • Cookie scoop
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Cookie Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    Fruit Filled Thumbprint Cookies
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
    Fruit Filled Thumbprint Cookies
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
    Fruit Filled Thumbprint Cookies
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder, then gradually add to the wet mixture.
    Fruit Filled Thumbprint Cookies
  5. Using a cookie scoop, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
    Fruit Filled Thumbprint Cookies
  6. Make an indentation in the center of each cookie using your thumb or the back of a spoon.
    Fruit Filled Thumbprint Cookies
  7. Fill each indentation with your chosen fruit jam.
    Fruit Filled Thumbprint Cookies
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden around the edges.
    Fruit Filled Thumbprint Cookies
  9. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
    Fruit Filled Thumbprint Cookies

Notes

These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.