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Strawberry Thumbprint Cookies

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These Strawberry Thumbprint Cookies combine buttery shortbread with sweet-tart jam, making them a nostalgic and delightful treat for any occasion. Easy to make, customizable with your favorite preserves, and perfect for sharing, these cookies are sure to bring smiles.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (2 sticks)
  • 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar, divided
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 egg
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 3 cups unbleached flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon table salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup strawberry jam or preserves of your choice
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 12 teaspoons water (1.5 teaspoons recommended for consistency)

Instructions

  • Cream together softened butter and 2 cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add vanilla, egg, and egg yolk; mix until well combined.
  • Gradually mix in flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda until soft dough forms.
  • Chill dough in refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Form dough into balls, roll in remaining sugar, and place on baking sheet.
  • Create an indentation in each ball and fill with jam.
  • Bake for 9-10 minutes or until edges begin to brown, then cool completely.
  • Prepare glaze and drizzle over cookies once cooled.

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Notes

Ensure butter is at room temperature for better mixing.
Do not skip the chilling step to prevent cookies from spreading.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 55mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg