Dad's Cookies (Hazelnut Thumbprints)

1. 1

   Mix butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract and salt.

2. 2

   Slowly add flour and ground hazelnuts.

3. 3

   Knead well by hand.

4. 4

   Wrap dough in aluminum foil, and refrigerate for about 2 hours.

5. 5

   Preheat oven to 400 F (200 C).

6. 6

   Roll dough into long, snake-like shape.

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   About 1 inch in diameter.

8. 8

   Cut into even pieces (about 1/4 inch thick).

9. 9

   Form small balls.

10. 10

    Indent top with pinky or similar sized tool, until you have enough room for the jam.

11. 11

    Keep in mind that baking reduces the size of the hole.

12. 12

    Place on baking sheet, and bake for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown.

13. 13

    Remove when done, and let cool.

14. 14

    Melt jelly in microwave until fluid.

15. 15

    Shake powdered sugar over cookies, and fill holes with jelly.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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