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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Reviews of Thumbprint Cookies:
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Pat Carlin in Vineland NJ Dec 21, 2009
Would make this again.
Would definately make these again. They are delicious.
Debbie in St. Louis Dec 18, 2009
Would make this again.
This is a very tender cookie and delicious. Especially good with currant jelly.
sally in pa Dec 11, 2009
Would make this again.
these were ok?
Paula in Massachusetts Dec 7, 2009
Would make this again.
Great cookie! I now make them every year!
A cookie baker Oct 28, 2009
Would make this again.
these are great cookies variation-- use candy kisses instead of jam.
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