Thumbprint Cookies
Thumbprint cookies are one of those classic desserts that never go out of style. They’re simple to make, fun to customize, and always a crowd-pleaser. Whether it’s the buttery dough, the crunchy coating of nuts, or the sweet, colorful jam at the center, there’s something about these cookies that just feels special.
Servings 12
Calories 217kcal
Ingredients
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup shortening
- ¼ cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 cup flour
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 egg white
- 1 cup pecans finely chopped
- 6 tbsp jam
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a bowl, beat together brown sugar, shortening, butter, vanilla and egg yolk. Stir in flour and salt.
- Roll dough into 1 inch balls. Place egg whites and pecans in two separate bowls. Dip each ball in egg whites and then roll in pecans. Place about 1 inch apart on an ungreased cookie sheet. Press thumb into centre of each cookie. Make sure to not press too far down.
- Bake 13 minutes. Immediately remove cookies from cookie sheet to a wire rack. Let cool 30 minutes. Fill each cookie with ½ tsp jam.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 217kcal | Carbohydrates: 41.2g | Protein: 3.2g | Fat: 15.1g | Saturated Fat: 4.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.6g | Cholesterol: 41.2mg | Sodium: 65.8mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8.2g
