These thumbprints are delicious and very pretty.
Makes about 202/3 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/3 cup granulated sugar
2 large egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 large egg whites
3/4 cup finely chopped nuts of choice
1/3 cup jam (any flavor)
Preheat oven to 350 F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper or a non-stick baking mat. In a large bowl, beat together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks, vanilla extract and salt. Gradually stir in flour. Form dough into 1-inch diameter balls. Dip in lightly beaten egg whites, then roll in nuts. Place 1 inch apart on prepared cookie sheets. Press down center of each with thumb. Bake for 16 to 18 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely. Just before serving, fill centers of cookies with jam. Or, fill centers with 1/2 teaspoon of jam before baking.
Linda in Redding Calif Dec 21, 2008
Would make this again.
I add 4oz of creamcheese to mine yummy
Sara Lynn in California Dec 13, 2008
Would make this again.
Best recipe to make these cookies and my family love them.
Maddison Kently Nov 22, 2008
Would not make this again.
These are the grossest cookies I've ever tasted!!!! I'll never cook these again!
A cookie baker in philippines Nov 22, 2008
Would make this again.
delicious and very pretty
Michelle in Winnipeg, Canada Nov 17, 2008
Would make this again.
My Grandma calls these "Thimble cookies" and uses almond extract instead of vanilla. Nice variation.
