Lemon Raspberry Delight Thumbprint Cookies
These Lemon Raspberry Delight Thumbprint Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the tartness of fresh lemons with the sweet, tangy flavor of raspberry jam. The soft, buttery cookie melts in your mouth, making every bite a perfect balance of sweetness and zest. Ideal for afternoon tea, special occasions, or simply to satisfy a sweet craving, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in your household. The combination of lemon zest and juice elevates the cookie's flavor, while the raspberry jam creates a beautiful and delicious centerpiece that adds a burst of color and taste.
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Servings
100
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Raspberry jam
1/2 cup (no preparation needed)
All-purpose flour
2 1/4 cups (no preparation needed)
Baking powder
1 teaspoon (no preparation needed)
Salt
1/4 teaspoon (no preparation needed)
Butter
1 cup (at room temperature)
Sugar
2/3 cup (no preparation needed)
Egg yolks
2 large (separate yolks from whites)
Lemon zest
1 tablespoon (finely grated)
Lemon juice
1 tablespoon (freshly squeezed)
Pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (no preparation needed)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly butter two large baking sheets.
2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
3
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the room temperature butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
4
Add the egg yolks, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract into the butter mixture, beating until fully incorporated.
5
Gradually add the dry flour mixture in two additions, mixing on low speed just until moist clumps form; do not overmix.
6
Gather the dough into a ball, and then pinch off pieces to form 1-inch balls.
7
Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them approximately 1 inch apart.
8
With a floured index finger or the back of a 1/2 teaspoon measuring spoon, gently create a shallow indentation in the center of each dough ball.
9
Fill each indentation with approximately 1/2 teaspoon of raspberry jam, being careful not to overfill.
10
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until they are golden brown around the edges.
11
Once baked, transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition Information
5
Fat
15
Carbs
1.25
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this cookie recipe?
The recipe is for Lemon Raspberry Delight Thumbprint Cookies.
What are the primary flavors in these cookies?
The primary flavors are tart fresh lemon and sweet, tangy raspberry jam.
What is the texture of the Lemon Raspberry Delight Thumbprint Cookies?
These are soft, buttery cookies that melt in your mouth.
At what temperature should the oven be preheated?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How do I prepare the baking sheets?
Lightly butter two large baking sheets.
Which dry ingredients are whisked together?
Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
How long should I beat the butter and sugar?
Beat the room temperature butter and sugar for 2 to 3 minutes until light and creamy.
What state should the butter be in for this recipe?
The butter should be at room temperature.
What liquid and flavorings are added to the butter mixture?
Add egg yolks, lemon zest, lemon juice, and pure vanilla extract.
How should the dry flour mixture be added to the dough?
Gradually add the dry mixture in two additions, mixing on low speed until moist clumps form.
What size should the cookie dough balls be?
The dough should be formed into 1-inch balls.
How far apart should the cookies be spaced on the baking sheet?
Space the dough balls approximately 1 inch apart.
How do you create the indentation for the jam?
Use a floured index finger or the back of a 1/2 teaspoon measuring spoon to create a shallow indentation.
How much raspberry jam goes into each cookie?
Fill each indentation with approximately 1/2 teaspoon of raspberry jam.
What is the recommended baking time?
Bake the cookies for about 20 minutes.
How do I know when the thumbprint cookies are done baking?
The cookies are finished when they are golden brown around the edges.
How should the cookies be cooled?
Transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely before serving.
How many calories are in one cookie?
Each cookie contains 100 calories.
What is the fat content per cookie?
There are 5 grams of fat in each cookie.
How many carbohydrates are in each serving?
Each cookie has 15 grams of carbohydrates.
What is the protein content of these cookies?
Each cookie provides 1.25 grams of protein.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 ingredients required for this recipe.
What type of flour is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour.
Is the lemon juice used in this recipe fresh?
Yes, the recipe specifies 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
How many egg yolks are needed?
The recipe requires 2 large egg yolks.
What type of vanilla is used?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
What are some recommended occasions for these cookies?
They are ideal for afternoon tea, special occasions, or as holiday cookies.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
The tags include cookies, dessert, raspberry, lemon, thumbprint cookies, baking, and sweet treats.
How much sugar is required?
The recipe requires 2/3 cup of sugar.
What is the role of the lemon zest in this recipe?
The finely grated lemon zest elevates the cookie's flavor and adds zest to the buttery base.