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Jam Drop Thumbprint Cookies Recipe

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Classic Jam Drops, also known as Thumbprint Cookies, are buttery, tender cookies with a sweet jam center. These delightful treats are perfect for tea time or festive occasions and feature a simple dough that is pressed with a thumb indentation and filled with your favorite fruit jam before baking to golden perfection.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

Filling

  • 1/2 cup fruit jam (such as raspberry, strawberry, or apricot)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer. Gradually add the all-purpose flour and mix until the dough just comes together, avoiding over-mixing.
  2. Form dough balls: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into smooth balls. Place the balls evenly spaced on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Create the thumbprint indentation: Using your thumb or the back of a small spoon, gently press a small well into the center of each dough ball, making sure not to press through the bottom of the cookie.
  4. Fill with jam: Spoon approximately 1/2 teaspoon of your chosen jam into each indentation, filling it generously but not overflowing.
  5. Bake the cookies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the jam is set.
  6. Cool and serve: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your Jam Drops with a cup of tea or coffee.

Notes

  • Use chilled dough if it becomes too soft to handle, chilling for 15-20 minutes helps.
  • Choose your favorite jam flavor to customize the taste.
  • Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
  • For a decorative touch, you can dust the cooled cookies lightly with powdered sugar.

Keywords: Jam Drops, Thumbprint Cookies, Jam Cookies, Butter Cookies, Easy Dessert, Tea Cookies

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