Jam-Filled Shortbread Thumbprint Cookies
Indulge in the delightful flavors of these Jam-Filled Shortbread Thumbprint Cookies, a delightful dessert that combines buttery shortbread with your favorite Smucker's jam. Perfect for tea time or as a sweet treat for gatherings, these cookies are easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With a tender texture and rich flavor, each thumbprint is filled with a burst of fruity jam, making for a delicious pairing. Share them with friends and family, or keep them all for yourself - either way, these cookies are a must-try!
36
Servings
70
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
1 cup (softened)
sugar
1/4 cup (granulated)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
flour
2 cups (all-purpose)
salt
1/2 teaspoon
Smucker's jam
1/2 cup ((seedless strawberry or raspberry recommended))
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2
Stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
3
Gradually mix in the flour and salt until a soft dough forms.
4
For better texture, chill the dough in the refrigerator for 2 hours (chilling is optional but recommended).
5
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper if desired.
6
Shape rounded teaspoons of dough into small balls and place them on the ungreased cookie sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7
Gently flatten each ball slightly with your palm or the bottom of a glass.
8
Use your thumb or the back of a teaspoon to create an indent in the center of each cookie.
9
Fill each indent with your preferred Smucker's jam.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Keep an eye on the bottoms, as they can brown quickly like shortbread cookies.
11
Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the cookie sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
3.3g
Fat
9.8g
Carbs
0.8g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Jam-Filled Shortbread Thumbprint Cookies?
They are buttery shortbread cookies with a fruity jam center, perfect for dessert or tea time.
How many cookies does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes approximately 36 cookies.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each cookie contains 70 calories.
How much butter is needed for this recipe?
You will need 1 cup of softened butter.
What type of sugar is used in the dough?
This recipe uses 1/4 cup of granulated sugar.
How much vanilla extract is required?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
What kind of flour should I use?
Use 2 cups of all-purpose flour for the best texture.
Is salt included in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe requires 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
How much jam is used for the filling?
You will need approximately 1/2 cup of Smucker's jam.
What flavor of jam is recommended?
Seedless strawberry or raspberry jam is highly recommended.
Should the butter be cold or softened?
The butter should be softened to properly cream with the sugar.
How should I combine the butter and sugar?
Cream them together in a large mixing bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy.
When do I add the vanilla extract?
Stir in the vanilla extract after creaming the butter and sugar.
How should the flour be added to the dough?
Gradually mix in the flour and salt until a soft dough forms.
Is chilling the dough necessary?
Chilling is optional but recommended for 2 hours to achieve better texture.
What temperature should I preheat my oven to?
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
How should I prepare the cookie sheet?
You can use an ungreased cookie sheet or line it with parchment paper.
How large should the dough balls be?
Shape the dough into rounded teaspoons to form small balls.
How far apart should I place the cookies on the sheet?
Space the dough balls about 2 inches apart on the cookie sheet.
How do I flatten the dough balls?
Gently flatten each ball slightly with your palm or the bottom of a glass.
How do I create the indent for the jam?
Use your thumb or the back of a teaspoon to create an indent in the center.
When do I add the jam to the cookies?
Fill each indent with jam before placing the cookies in the oven.
How long should the cookies bake?
Bake for approximately 12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
What should I look for to tell if they are done?
The edges should be lightly golden; be sure to check the bottoms as they brown quickly.
How should the cookies be cooled?
Cool on the sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
How much fat is in one cookie?
Each cookie contains 3.3g of fat.
What is the carbohydrate content per serving?
There are 9.8g of carbohydrates per cookie.
What is the protein content per cookie?
Each cookie provides 0.8g of protein.
Are these cookies suitable for gatherings?
Yes, they are a delicious crowd-pleaser for parties and sweet treats.
How many main ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 6 main ingredients: butter, sugar, vanilla, flour, salt, and jam.