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Thumbprint Heart Cookies

Thumbprint Heart Cookies: Sweet Hugs for Every Occasion

Delightful Thumbprint Heart Cookies filled with jam, perfect for any occasion. These sweet treats add love to your baking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 1 minute
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Butter Substitute with vegan butter for a plant-based version.
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar Can be replaced with coconut sugar for a deeper taste.
  • 1 large Egg For a vegan option, use 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water as a 'flax egg'.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can substitute for a gluten-free version.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor and balances sweetness.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Jam/Preserve Opt for smooth jam such as raspberry, strawberry, or apricot.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter and brown sugar. Beat until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the egg (or flax egg) and vanilla extract, mixing until well blended, about 30 seconds.
  4. Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms, about 1 minute.
  5. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and arrange them on the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  6. Press down into each dough ball to create an indentation for the jam.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden brown.
  8. Cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Fill the indentations with your chosen jam or preserve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store unfilled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Freeze unfilled cookies for up to 3 months.

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