Thumbprint Cookies
These thumbprints are delicious and very pretty.
Makes about 202/3 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.
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Shirley in Newfoundland & Labrador Canada Jun 10, 2009
Would make this again.
They were quite tasty!!!!!!and I added almond extract and I got 30 cookies from this recipe and only cooked for 9 min.
Serrena in Fremont, Ca Dec 29, 2008
Would make this again.
These are a family favorite.
They are just as good (and easier to make), if don't roll them in the nuts.
Linda in Redding Calif Dec 21, 2008
Would make this again.
I add 4oz of creamcheese to mine yummy
Sara Lynn in California Dec 13, 2008
Would make this again.
Best recipe to make these cookies and my family love them.
Maddison Kently Nov 22, 2008
Would not make this again.
These are the grossest cookies I've ever tasted!!!! I'll never cook these again!
A cookie baker in philippines Nov 22, 2008
Would make this again.
delicious and very pretty
Michelle in Winnipeg, Canada Nov 17, 2008
Would make this again.
My Grandma calls these "Thimble cookies" and uses almond extract instead of vanilla. Nice variation.
Marisa Dec 25, 2007
Would make this again.
These are definitely a favorite I've been making for years. I always put the jam in before baking - helps it set into the cookie & makes it easier to store. I never cook them for 16 minutes though - more like 8 or 9. I think I might make them smaller.
Carri Jo is like Whoa! in Kentucky! Dec 22, 2007
Would make this again.
My Grandma made these EVERY year but not the jam part (eww). We put different colors of icing made out of milk and powered sugar. My whole family loves them! Try them!!
Jennifer in NC Dec 22, 2007
Would make this again.
These Cookies are very good. I will for sure make these cookies again.
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