Imagine biting into a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookie with a burst of fruity jam that transports you to dessert heaven - and the best part? You only need FIVE ingredients to create these magical treats! These Easy Five Ingredient Thumbprint Cookies are about to become your new go-to recipe for impressing family, winning potlucks, and satisfying those sweet tooth cravings with minimal effort and maximum deliciousness.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fruit jam (your choice)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes. Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until a soft, cohesive dough forms. The dough should be smooth and not crumbly.
- Using clean hands or a cookie scoop, roll the dough into small 1-inch balls, placing them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Gently press your thumb or the back of a small spoon into the center of each cookie ball, creating a small indentation. Be careful not to crack the edges of the cookie.
- Fill each thumbprint indentation with approximately 1/2 teaspoon of your chosen fruit jam. Choose from strawberry, raspberry, apricot, or any preferred jam variety.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, the jam will set and the cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- • Use room temperature butter for the smoothest, creamiest dough • Chill the dough for 15-20 minutes if it feels too soft for rolling • Don't overfill the jam centers - a small dollop is perfect • Use a wooden spoon handle or the back of a measuring spoon to create uniform thumbprint indentations • Choose high-quality jam for the most vibrant flavor • Let cookies cool completely to allow jam to set properly • Experiment with different jam flavors like strawberry, raspberry, or apricot for variety • Store in a single layer to prevent cookies from sticking together
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 20mg
