Best Christmas Thumbprint Cookies: A Festive Delight for Everyone
Indulge in the joy of the holiday season with these delightful Christmas thumbprint cookies, perfect for sharing with friends and family.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup fruit preserves
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Gradually blend in the flour and salt.
- Roll dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Make an indentation in the center of each ball and fill with fruit preserves.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- These cookies can be customized with different fruit preserves to suit your taste.
- Make sure the butter is softened for easier mixing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Christmas, Thumbprint Cookies, Holiday Baking