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Thumbprint jam cookie

1. Thumbprint Jam Christmas Cookies

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 36 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup raspberry strawberry, or apricot jam
  • Powdered sugar for dusting optional

Method
 

  1. Heat oven to 350°F; line two baking sheets with parchment.
  2. Cream butter and sugar in a large bowl about 3 minutes until light and fluffy. Beat in yolks and vanilla.
  3. Whisk flour and salt separately; gradually mix into butter just until combined.
  4. Roll into 1-inch balls; space about 2 inches apart on sheets.
  5. Indent centers with thumb or small measuring spoon. Fill each with about 1/2 teaspoon jam.
  6. Bake 12-14 minutes until edges are lightly golden; cookies remain soft but firm while cooling.
  7. Cool on sheet 5 minutes; transfer to rack to cool completely. Dust with optional powdered sugar before serving.