Jam-Filled Thumbprint Cookies

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Jam-Filled Thumbprint Cookies

These delicious jam-filled thumbprint cookies are the perfect balance of sweet and savory, with a crunchy outer cookie and a gooey jam center. The perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings!

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup raspberry or strawberry jam

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
  5. Form the dough into 1-inch balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Using your thumb, make an indentation in the center of each cookie. Fill each cookie with about 1 teaspoon of jam.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool before serving.