Charm your taste buds with these Heart-Shaped Thumbprint Cookies, featuring a tender, buttery base and a delightful jam center. These cookies are simple yet elegant, providing the perfect canvas for your favorite jam and adding a personal touch to your baking.
Why You’ll Love This: These cookies are not just delicious; they're also visually appealing and customizable. The soft, sugary dough contrasts beautifully with the bright, fruity jam, making each bite a delightful mix of flavors and textures. Plus, they're fun to make and perfect for getting children involved in the kitchen.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, or any special occasion that calls for a homemade treat. They are also perfect for gatherings, as a gift for loved ones, or simply as a way to sweeten your day.
Decoration Tips: Choose a variety of jams to create a colorful assortment. You can dust the cookies with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness and elegance. For those who enjoy a bit more decadence, a drizzle of melted chocolate over the cooled cookies can enhance their look and taste.
Ingredients:
- 160g butter, softened
- 150g powdered sugar
- A splash of vanilla extract
- 1 egg yolk
- 200-250g all-purpose flour (adjust as needed for consistency)
- 1 tablespoon milk
- Your choice of jam for filling
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the butter with powdered sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg yolk until just combined.
- Gradually sift in the flour, adding just enough to form a soft but not overly sticky dough.
- Let the dough rest for about 15-30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Shape the dough into small balls, then flatten slightly. Use your thumbs or a cookie stamp to create a heart-shaped indentation in the center of each cookie.
- Fill each indentation lightly with jam before baking.
- Bake for 10-17 minutes or until the cookies are just starting to turn golden around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and, if desired, add a little more jam to fill the indentations fully.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these heartwarming Thumbprint Cookies, a sweet treat that's sure to bring smiles and a touch of love to your day!
