Valentine Jam Heart Thumbprint Cookies
Valentine Jam Heart Thumbprint Cookies are a delightful way to celebrate love this Valentine’s Day. These charming heart-shaped treats feature a buttery cookie dough filled with vibrant fruit jam at their centers. Each bite offers a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors, making them ideal for sharing with loved ones or enjoying solo. Easy to make and visually stunning, they will surely capture hearts and taste buds alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fruit jam (strawberry or raspberry recommended)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour to the mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Roll small balls of dough (about 1 inch) and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Press your thumb into each ball to create an indentation.
- Spoon your favorite jam into each thumbprint well, allowing it to overflow slightly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Let cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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