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Soft Christmas Thumbprint Cookies


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  • Author: chahdrecipes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightfully soft and buttery cookies with customizable jam or chocolate filling, perfect for holiday gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup jam or chocolate for filling
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour and salt until the mixture is combined.
  5. Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in size, and place them on a baking sheet.
  6. Use your thumb or a spoon to create an indentation in the center of each ball.
  7. Fill each indentation with a teaspoon of jam or chocolate.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges.
  9. Allow the cookies to cool completely, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Use various flavors of jam like raspberry or apricot for a diverse platter. Ensure butter is at room temperature for easier mixing.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg