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Heart Thumbprint Cookies

Heart Thumbprint Cookies

Delightful Heart Thumbprint Cookies filled with your favorite jam offer a warm touch to any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert Recipes
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt a pinch
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup your favorite jam e.g., strawberry, raspberry, or apricot

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • wire rack

Method
 

How to Make Heart Thumbprint Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Mix in the flour and salt gradually until just combined, forming a soft dough.
  5. Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls, placing them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Create an indent in each ball using your thumb or a small object.
  7. Fill each indentation generously with your chosen jam.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
  9. Allow them to cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Add a dusting of powdered sugar atop cooled cookies for a charming presentation.

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