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Thumbprint Cookies
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5 stars stars based on 47 reviews - 100% would make this again
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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:
1-5 of 47 reviews Next >>
Nov 20, 2012
Would make this again.
My family loves these! Great for cookie exchanges. 5 stars
Susan Dec 18, 2011
Would make this again.
My kids and husband loved this recipe! 5 stars
A cookie baker in Rome ny Dec 11, 2011
Would make this again.
They are awsome .would make them again ,big hit 5 stars
cookie rocker in Canada BC Dec 5, 2011
Would make this again.
cookies are fantastic, both the jam and the chocolate are awesome 5 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! 5 stars
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