Nutty Jelly Thumbprint Delights
Delight your taste buds with these Nutty Jelly Thumbprint Delights, a family favorite that's perfect for both kids and adults alike! These scrumptious cookies combine a warm, buttery base with a delightful nutty crunch, all topped off with your favorite jelly. Kids will enjoy helping to create these fun and charming cookies, making them a wonderful baking project for family time. With every bite, you'll experience the sweet, smooth jelly paired with a rich, nutty flavor. Once you take a bite, you'll understand why these cookies are a hit at any gathering!
20
Servings
120
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Brown Sugar
1/4 cup (packed)
Shortening
1/4 cup (softened)
Butter
1/4 cup (softened)
Vanilla Extract
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Egg
1 (separated into yolk and white)
All-Purpose Flour
1 cup (none)
Salt
1/4 teaspoon (none)
Finely Chopped Nuts
3/4 cup (none)
Jelly
as needed (your favorite flavor)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a mixing bowl, cream together the brown sugar, shortening, butter, vanilla extract, and egg yolk until light and fluffy.
3
Gradually add in the flour and salt, mixing until the dough forms and holds together.
4
Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and set aside.
5
In a separate bowl, beat the egg white slightly until it is frothy.
6
Dip each dough ball into the egg white, then roll them in the finely chopped nuts until thoroughly coated.
7
Place the coated dough balls on an ungreased cookie sheet, spacing them 1 inch apart.
8
Using your thumb, press firmly in the center of each ball to create a deep thumbprint.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.
10
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the cookie sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11
Once cool, fill the thumbprints with your choice of jelly.
Nutrition Information
6g
Fat
15g
Carbs
1.5g
Protein
0.75g
Fiber
5g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Nutty Jelly Thumbprint Delights?
They are scrumptious dessert cookies that combine a warm, buttery base with a nutty crunch and a sweet jelly filling.
What is the recommended oven temperature for baking these cookies?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes approximately 20 servings.
What are the main ingredients for the cookie dough base?
The base consists of brown sugar, shortening, butter, vanilla extract, an egg yolk, all-purpose flour, and salt.
How do I prepare the brown sugar for the recipe?
The 1/4 cup of brown sugar should be packed.
What should be the state of the butter and shortening before mixing?
Both the butter and shortening should be softened before you begin creaming.
Which part of the egg is used in the dough?
The egg yolk is creamed with the sugars and fats, while the white is set aside for coating.
How large should the dough balls be shaped?
The dough should be shaped into 1-inch balls.
How do I prepare the egg white for coating the cookies?
Beat the egg white slightly until it is frothy before dipping the dough balls.
What is the process for coating the dough balls?
Dip each ball into the frothy egg white and then roll them in finely chopped nuts.
Do I need to grease the cookie sheet?
No, the recipe specifies using an ungreased cookie sheet.
How much space should be left between cookies on the sheet?
Place the dough balls 1 inch apart on the cookie sheet.
How do I create the thumbprint in the cookie?
Use your thumb to press firmly in the center of each dough ball to create a deep indentation.
How long should the cookies bake?
Bake them for 8 to 10 minutes.
What is the visual indicator that the cookies are done?
The cookies are ready when the edges are lightly browned.
How should the cookies be cooled?
Allow them to cool on the sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
When is the jelly added to the cookies?
Fill the thumbprints with jelly only after the cookies have cooled completely.
What kind of jelly can I use?
You can use your favorite flavor of jelly as needed.
How many calories are in one cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 120 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 6 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in each cookie?
There are 15 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How much sugar is in each serving?
Each serving contains 5 grams of sugar.
What is the protein content of these cookies?
Each serving provides 1.5 grams of protein.
Is there any fiber in this dessert?
Yes, there is approximately 0.75 grams of fiber per serving.
What is the total number of ingredients needed?
There are 9 ingredients required for this recipe.
What is the category of this recipe?
This recipe is categorized as a Dessert.
Are these cookies suitable for kids to help with?
Yes, children will enjoy helping to create the thumbprints and rolling the dough balls.
What type of nuts should be used?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of finely chopped nuts.
How much vanilla extract is used?
The recipe requires 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Is salt included in the ingredient list?
Yes, 1/4 teaspoon of salt is mixed in with the flour.