Jam Thumbprint Cookies Recipe

Name: Jam Thumbprint Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 cups butter, softened; 1 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 3 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut; 1 large egg; 1 tablespoon water; 1/3 cup apricot or red raspberry preserves; Confectioners' sugar, optional

Servings: persons

1-1/2 cups butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 large egg
1 tablespoon water
1/3 cup apricot or red raspberry preserves
Confectioners' sugar, optional

1
In a large bowl, cream the butter, sugar, vanilla and salt until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in enough flour to form a smooth dough.
2
Preheat oven to 350u00b0. Place coconut in a small bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk egg and water. Shape cookie dough into 1-in. balls; dip tops in egg mixture, then in coconut, pressing slightly to adhere. Place 1-1/2 in. apart on parchment paper-lined
3
, coconut side up.
4
Press a deep indentation in center of each with the end of a wooden spoon handle. Fill with preserves.
5
Bake 15-18 minutes or until bottoms are browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. If desired, dust tops with confectioner's sugar.

685

kcal

Calories

Fat

108

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/2 cups butter, softened, 1 cup sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Jam Thumbprint Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Jam Thumbprint Cookies

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