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Thumbprint Heart Cookies

Thumbprint Heart Cookies

These Thumbprint Heart Cookies are delightful treats with a buttery texture and jam center, perfect for spreading joy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 large egg adds richness and binds ingredients
  • 3/4 cup butter, softened ensures creamy texture
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar imparts sweetness
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour base for structure
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract adds warmth
For the Filling
  • ~1/4 cup jam of your choice personalize your cookies!

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

How to Make Thumbprint Heart Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 175 °C (350 °F).
  2. Cream together the softened butter and brown sugar in a bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, mixing well until incorporated.
  4. Incorporate the flour and salt, stirring until just combined.
  5. Form dough balls of approximately 1 tablespoon each on a baking sheet.
  6. Make a small indentation in the center of each dough ball.
  7. Fill each indentation with a bit of your chosen jam.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, watching for edges to turn golden.
  9. Cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Optional: Dust with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.

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