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Thumbprint Heart Cookies

Sweet & Easy Thumbprint Heart Cookies for Your Loved Ones

Delightful Thumbprint Heart Cookies infused with warmth and joy, perfect for sharing on any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Butter or vegan butter for a plant-based option
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar or granulated sugar in a pinch
  • 1 large Egg or 1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water for flax egg
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour avoid substitutions for best results
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt kosher or table salt
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Jam/Preserve smooth varieties like raspberry, strawberry, or apricot are best

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Beat the softened butter and brown sugar together for about 3-4 minutes until pale and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, blending until fully combined.
  4. Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour and salt until a soft dough forms.
  5. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, spacing them about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
  6. Gently press down in the center of each ball to form a heart-shaped indent.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Once cooled, fill each heart-shaped indent with your favorite jam.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, allow cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheet and redefine heart indents before filling.

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