Description
Delight in these classic Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies, featuring a buttery, tender dough with a sweet and tangy raspberry jam center. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are easy to make and bake to golden perfection, topped optionally with a dusting of powdered sugar for a festive touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Filling
- 1/2 cup raspberry jam (or your favorite fruit jam)
Optional
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step ensures your cookies have a tender texture.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until the dough becomes smooth and well combined, adding moisture and flavor.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt, mixing just until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender.
- Form Dough Balls: Roll the dough into 1-inch diameter balls and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Create Indentations: Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to press an indentation into the center of each dough ball to hold the jam.
- Fill with Jam: Spoon approximately 1 teaspoon of raspberry jam into each indentation carefully to avoid overflow during baking.
- Bake the Cookies: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden and the jam is bubbly.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, preventing breakage.
- Optional Decoration: Once cooled, dust cookies with powdered sugar for an extra festive and sweet finish.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter for easier creaming and better texture.
- You may substitute raspberry jam with any fruit jam of your choice.
- Ensure not to overfill the jam to prevent it from spilling during baking.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with a vegan butter alternative.
