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Flower Jam Thumbprint Cookies

Flower Jam Thumbprint Cookies: Spring's Sweetest Delight

Flower Jam Thumbprint Cookies are vibrant, buttery delights perfect for spring gatherings and creative family fun.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for gluten-free version.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Use a dairy-free alternative for a vegan option.
  • 1/2 cup sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar for a healthier twist.
  • 1 large egg Use a flax egg for vegan substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract Vanilla extract can be substituted if preferred.
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
For the Jam Filling
  • 3/4 cup jam Experiment with flavors like raspberry or strawberry.
Optional Topping
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Dust on top before serving.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Flower Jam Thumbprint Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar for 5-6 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg and almond extract to the creamed mixture and mix on medium speed for 1 minute.
  4. Whisk together flour and salt in a separate bowl, then gradually add to the butter mixture until dough forms.
  5. Roll the dough into 1-ounce balls and place them on the baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
  6. Flatten each dough ball to about 1/2 inch thick.
  7. Create flower shapes by pressing a thumb into each cookie to make an indention.
  8. Fill each thumbprint with approximately 1 teaspoon of jam.
  9. Chill the filled cookies in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until edges are slightly browned.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 3IUIron: 2mg

Notes

These cookies capture the essence of spring, perfect for seasonal gatherings and delightful for all ages.

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