Decadent Peanut Butter & Jam Thumbprint Delights
Indulge in the exquisite combination of creamy peanut butter and vibrant fruit jam with these delightful thumbprint cookies. The half-melted butter and rich smooth peanut butter come together to create a chewy, soft texture that melts in your mouth, while the sugary exterior adds a delightful crunch. Each cookie is lovingly crafted with a thumbprint filled with your choice of luscious raspberry or strawberry jam, ensuring a burst of fruity flavor in every bite. Perfect for sharing at gatherings or simply enjoying with a cup of tea, these cookies stay fresh for up to a week when stored in an airtight container, but they're so delicious, they might not last that long! This recipe is an inspired adaptation from Martha Stewart, and it promises to be a hit with both young and old alike.
36
Servings
70
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups (measured)
baking powder
1/2 teaspoon (measured)
baking soda
1/2 teaspoon (measured)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (measured)
smooth peanut butter
3/4 cup (measured)
butter
1/2 cup (softened)
light-brown sugar
1/3 cup (measured)
white sugar
1/3 cup (plus extra for rolling)
large egg
1 (beaten)
pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (measured)
fruit jam
to taste (raspberry or strawberry recommended)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lightly greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
2
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the smooth peanut butter and softened butter until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
4
Gradually add in both light-brown sugar and white sugar, beating the mixture until it becomes light and fluffy.
5
Incorporate the large egg and pure vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
6
Slowly add in the dry ingredient mixture, mixing until just combined – be careful not to overmix.
7
Using a tablespoon, scoop out portions of the dough and roll them into small balls.
8
Roll each ball in granulated sugar to coat evenly before placing them on the prepared baking sheet, spaced apart.
9
Using the back of a wooden spoon, carefully make an indentation in the center of each cookie ball.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for about 8 minutes until they are puffed up.
11
Immediately after removing them from the oven, gently re-indent the centers of the cookies with the back of the wooden spoon.
12
Return the cookies to the oven and continue baking for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown.
13
Once done, allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack completely.
14
Once cooled, fill each cookie's center with a teaspoonful of your favorite fruit jam, creating a delightful finishing touch.
15
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or longer in the refrigerator if they somehow last that long!
Nutrition Information
4.5g
Fat
8g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this peanut butter cookie recipe?
The recipe is called Decadent Peanut Butter & Jam Thumbprint Delights.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 36 servings.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What type of peanut butter is best for these cookies?
Smooth peanut butter is recommended for this recipe.
What kind of jam is recommended for the filling?
Raspberry or strawberry jam is recommended for filling the thumbprints.
How many calories are in each cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 70 calories.
How much butter is required?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of softened butter.
What sugars are used in the cookie dough?
The recipe uses both light-brown sugar and white sugar.
What should the dough balls be rolled in before baking?
Each dough ball should be rolled in granulated sugar to coat it evenly.
What tool is used to make the thumbprint indentation?
The back of a wooden spoon is used to make the indentation in the center of each cookie.
How long is the initial baking time?
The cookies are initially baked for about 8 minutes until they are puffed up.
What must be done immediately after the first 8 minutes of baking?
Immediately after removing them from the oven, you must gently re-indent the centers with the back of a wooden spoon.
How long is the final baking time?
The cookies are baked for an additional 3-5 minutes after re-indenting.
When should the jam be added to the cookies?
The jam should be added only after the cookies have cooled completely.
How should these cookies be stored?
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature.
How long do the cookies stay fresh at room temperature?
They stay fresh for up to a week at room temperature.
Can these cookies be stored in the refrigerator?
Yes, they can be stored in the refrigerator to keep them fresh longer.
What is the texture of these thumbprint cookies?
They have a chewy, soft texture with a sugary, crunchy exterior.
How much peanut butter is used in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of smooth peanut butter.
Is there vanilla extract in this recipe?
Yes, it includes 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
How much flour is required?
You will need 1 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour.
How much fat is in one serving?
Each serving contains 4.5g of fat.
What are the leavening agents used?
The recipe uses both baking powder and baking soda.
Is there an egg in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe uses one large beaten egg.
How many carbohydrates are in one cookie?
Each cookie contains 8g of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in each cookie?
There are 2g of protein per serving.
Whose work inspired this recipe?
This recipe is an inspired adaptation from Martha Stewart.
How much salt is added to the dough?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
What measurement is used to portion the dough?
A tablespoon is used to scoop out the portions of dough.
Should you mix the dry ingredients all at once?
You should slowly add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.