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Valentine Thumbprint Cookies

Delicious Valentine Thumbprint Cookies to Wow Your Sweetheart

Make delightful Valentine Thumbprint Cookies filled with jam for a sweet treat this Valentine’s Day.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 52 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 cup granulated sugar can use brown sugar for a richer flavor
  • 1 cup unsalted butter can be replaced with coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 2 egg yolks can replace with flaxseed egg for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract almond extract can be used for a different flavor
For the Filling
  • 1 ½ teaspoons jam (raspberry or strawberry) can swap for chocolate hazelnut spread or caramel

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened unsalted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually add 2 cups of all-purpose flour to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms.
  4. Using a tablespoon, scoop out portions of the cookie dough and roll them into balls with your hands.
  5. Spoon about half a teaspoon of your chosen jam into each thumbprint indentation.
  6. Slide the baking sheets into your preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  7. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Experiment with different jam flavors or chocolate hazelnut spread for unique variations. Ensure butter is softened for the best results, and let cookies cool completely before serving for optimal texture.

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