Description
Indulge in the sweet and tart flavor of Apricot Filled Thumbprint Cookies, an irresistible treat that combines a buttery, shortbread-like dough with luscious apricot jam. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are simple to make and delightful to share with family and friends. Their charming appearance and melt-in-your-mouth texture make them a favorite at holiday gatherings and casual get-togethers alike. With just a few ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll impress everyone with your baking skills while enjoying the delicious taste of homemade goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (+ extra for rolling)
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp almond extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup apricot jam
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg yolk, vanilla, and almond extracts; mix until combined.
- Gradually incorporate flour and salt until fully blended.
- Roll dough into tablespoon-sized balls, coat in sugar, and place on baking sheets.
- Create thumbprints in each ball using a teaspoon; fill with apricot jam.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes, until lightly golden at the bottom.
- Cool on trays for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg