Thumbprint Cookies

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Filled with jam and rolled in chopped nuts, these thumbprints are easy, delicious and very pretty.

Makes about 20

2/3 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.


Reviews of Thumbprint Cookies:

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  Susan  Dec 18, 2011
Would make this again.
My kids and husband loved this recipe! five stars

  A cookie baker in Rome ny  Dec 11, 2011
Would make this again.
They are awsome .would make them again ,big hit five stars

  cookie rocker in Canada BC  Dec 5, 2011
Would make this again.
cookies are fantastic, both the jam and the chocolate are awesome five stars

  I "Heart" Christmas Cookies in Wisconsin  Oct 18, 2011
Would make this again.
These cookies are an annual "must-have!" I love (jam-filled) thumbprints so much that I’ve even tried several recipes, and so far, this has been my favorite! My only variation is that I divide the chopped nuts into different bowls, then mix in a decorative colored sugar, so when I roll them in the nuts, they get a hint of color and look a little more festive! (Yellow [or red] sugar with a red jam is a pretty combination!)

ENJOY! five stars

  A cookie baker  Sep 8, 2011
Would make this again.
I've made these many times now. They are great for any occasion. Everyone always enjoys them. five stars

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