Why We Love This Raspberry Thumbprint Cookie Recipe
Thumbprints are such a timeless cookie with so many possibilities! We already have a few fabulous recipes on the site, like brilliant cherry ginger thumbprint cookies, lemon drop cookies with rich lemon curd, and classic thumbprint cookies with caramel. Sweet, fruity, and buttery Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies are another deliciously nostalgic option and a no-fail crowd-pleaser! These raspberry thumbprints are soft and tender – and did we mention, melt-in-your-mouth buttery? Each crumbly cookie has a dollop of jammy raspberry preserves right in the center, and we finish them off with a dusting of powdered sugar. Even with a few different components the shortbread cookies are so perfectly simple! This tried-and-true thumbprint cookie recipe is easy to customize; change things up with different flavors and to fit different dietary needs. However you bake them up, these treats are perfect for snacking, sharing at parties and potlucks, or giving out in tins as tasty gifts.
Ingredients You Need
Butter – unsalted, softened Sugar – granulated white Vanilla – use a quality “real” vanilla for the best taste Salt – sea salt is flavorful All-purpose flour – or gluten-free flour, if you prefer Raspberry preserves – I recommend seedless raspberry jam Powdered sugar – for dusting the baked cookies
How to Make Raspberry Thumbprints
Pro Tip: As you push one thumb into the center of the dough, hold the sides of the cookie with the other hand to help keep the dough from cracking. Press any cracks back into place. Pro Tip: Avoid the urge to be overly generous when adding the fruit preserves to the thumbprints… Too much jam will overflow while baking.
Recipe Variations
Dairy-free – Replace regular butter with a plant-based butter alternative to also make this a vegan raspberry jam thumbprint cookies recipe. Gluten-free – Use your favorite gluten-free replacement for all-purpose flour. Preserves – Fill the thumbprint cookies with whatever jam is your jam! Try our strawberry or strawberry rhubarb jam, peach preserves, or orange curd. Toppings – Feel free to leave off the powdered sugar for a less sweet treat. You can also drizzle them with a vanilla glaze instead! Quantity – As-is this recipe makes 36 cookies. Halve the ingredients for a small gathering or to have around the house… Or double the recipe to make your Christmas cookie boxes or holiday cookie platter.
Looking for More Easy Cookie Recipes? Be Sure to Also Try:
Italian Wedding Cookies Cream Cheese Cookies White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies Soft Key Lime Cookies with Glaze
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