Desserts
Buttery Jam Thumbprints
These classic thumbprint cookies combine buttery shortbread with sweet fruit preserves. They're simple to make, need no eggs, and turn out perfectly tender every time.
Lightly crisp, melt-in-your-mouth cookies filled with fruit preserves. An easy recipe that needs no eggs.
15 Minutes
20 Minutes
35 Minutes
Step 01
Beat butter and sugar briefly on low speed. Switch to high and beat 2-3 minutes until light and creamy.
Step 02
Mix in extracts and salt on medium-low for 10 seconds. Scrape bowl as needed.
Step 03
Gently mix in flour just until combined, about 1 minute. Form dough into a ball, cover, and chill 30-60 minutes.
Step 04
Heat oven to 325°F. Line baking sheet with parchment or silicone mat.
Step 05
Roll dough into 1-inch balls. Make a deep well in center of each using wooden spoon or finger.
Step 06
Fill each well with about 1/2 teaspoon preserves. Chill cookies 5 minutes before baking.
Step 07
Bake 20-23 minutes until lightly golden and puffy. Cool 5 minutes on pan, then move to rack.
Step 08
Once fully cooled, dust with powdered sugar.
