Thumbprint Cookies
These classic thumbprint cookies are not only a favorite cookie for Christmas time but also a delightful treat for any occasion. Their rich flavor and beautiful presentation make them a wonderful addition to any cookie tray or cookie exchange. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll be making these chewy cookies year after year.
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 211kcal
Ingredients
- 1 & ½ cup butter
- 1 cup Brown Sugar
- 4 Egg yolks save the whites
- 2 teaspoon vanilla
- 4 cups Flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
For Coating
- 2 cups crushed walnuts
- 4 egg whites
After baking and right before serving:
- Raspberry preserves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350
- Cream sugar and butter. Add in egg yolks and vanilla. Mix in salt and slowly add flour.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, take out a serving, roll in your palm to make a symmetrical circle, then roll dough in egg whites. After coating in whites, roll in nuts.
- Place coated cookie on the baking sheet and taking your thumb, press into the center of the cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Let cool and right before serving, take a teaspoon and scoop raspberry preserve on top. Preserve is different than jam. It holds its shape more and serves better instead of melting down the side of the cookie.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 211kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 141mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g
