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Jam Thumbprint Cookies

Prep Time

30 min

Servings

36

Cook Time

14 min

CookiesEasy

Jam Thumbprint Cookies

Buttery cookies with a well of sweet jam in the center.

1Ingredients

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36
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup jam (any flavor)

2Instructions

  1. 1

    Cream butter and sugar; add yolks and vanilla.

  2. 2

    Mix in flour and salt.

  3. 3

    Roll into 1-inch balls.

  4. 4

    Place on baking sheet; make indent with thumb.

  5. 5

    Fill each with 1/2 tsp jam.

  6. 6

    Bake at 350°F for 12-14 minutes.

  7. 7

    Cool on pan.

Baker's Tips

  • Re-indent halfway through baking if needed
  • Try different jam flavors for variety