Flower Jam Thumbprint Cookies (Printable)
Buttery cookies filled with fragrant floral jam centers
# What You’ll Need:
→ Cookie Dough
01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 large egg yolk
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
→ Filling
07 - 1/3 cup flower jam (rose, elderflower, violet, or preferred floral variety)
→ Optional Garnish
08 - Powdered sugar for dusting
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
03 - Mix in egg yolk and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
04 - Add salt and flour, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing to prevent tough cookies.
05 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions, roll into balls, and place on prepared baking sheets 2 inches apart.
06 - Press thumb or back of small spoon into center of each dough ball to form a well.
07 - Spoon approximately 1/2 teaspoon flower jam into each indentation.
08 - Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
09 - Let cookies rest on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar once completely cooled, if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The floral jam center creates this stunning jewel-like effect that makes them look far more impressive than they actually are to make
- Buttery shortbread meets floral perfume in the most elegant way possible, perfect for when you want something fancy without the fuss
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- Overfilling the jam wells causes bubbling and spreading during baking, so restraint is your friend here
- Room temperature ingredients combine more smoothly and create the best texture, so plan ahead
03 -
- Chill the dough for 15 minutes before shaping if your kitchen is warm to prevent spreading
- Rotate the baking sheets halfway through baking for evenly golden cookies