Description
These Christmas Thumbprint Cookies with Raspberry Jam are a delightful mix of buttery softness and fruity sweetness, making them perfect for holiday baking, quick dessert ideas, and easy snack options. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and vibrant jam centers, they’re an easy recipe that works beautifully for cookie exchanges, festive gatherings, or simple food ideas at home. Whether you’re looking for quick dessert inspiration or classic holiday cookies, this recipe delivers both flavor and charm.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter softened
2/3 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup raspberry jam
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
1. Beat butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
2. Mix in vanilla extract until combined.
3. Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
4. Roll dough into small balls and place on a lined baking sheet.
5. Press a thumbprint into the center of each ball.
6. Fill each indentation with raspberry jam.
7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12–15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
8. Cool completely and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Use room temperature butter for a smoother dough and better texture.
Chill the dough for 20 minutes if it feels too soft to handle.
Don’t overfill the jam to prevent it from spilling during baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Christmas cookies, thumbprint cookies, easy dessert, holiday baking, raspberry cookies