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Thumbprint Cookies with Raspberry Preserves

Irresistibly Soft Thumbprint Cookies with Raspberry Preserves

These Thumbprint Cookies with Raspberry Preserves are a classic American dessert known for their tender crumb and luscious filling.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 41 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 large Egg Yolk room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure recommended
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • ¼ cup Cornstarch can substitute with arrowroot or tapioca starch
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
For the Filling
  • ½ cup Raspberry Preserves can substitute with other fruit preserves

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • wire rack
  • whisk
  • spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream the softened unsalted butter until smooth. Gradually add granulated sugar and brown sugar, beating until light and fluffy.
  2. Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture and stir until crumbly.
  4. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
  5. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls. Optional: roll in granulated sugar.
  6. Make indentations in the center of each cookie ball using your thumb.
  7. Chill the cookies again for 30 minutes to maintain shape during baking.
  8. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Fill indentations with raspberry preserves.
  9. Bake for 11 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes.
  10. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure proper chilling of the dough and warm the preserves slightly for easier filling.

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