Thumbprint Cookies
These cookies are super easy to make and can be customized for almost any occasion
Equipment
- Mixer or hand mixer
- Spatula
- Cookie scoop or measuring spoons
- Baking sheet
- Sifter
- Measuring spoons
- Large mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Butter Soften
- ½ Cup Sugar Granulated or Powdered
- 2 Tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 ¾ Cup Flour All-purpose
- Jam, fruit preserves, or desired fillings Favorite brand or homemade
- ¼ Cup Sprinkles Optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325 degrees and line your baking sheet with parchment paper
- In your mixer or bowl add your softened butter, sugar and vanilla extract
- Mix on medium to high speed until mixture is light and fluffy, don't forget to scrape the sides as needed. This should take about two to three minutes
- Once mixed, sift in your flour and sprinkles, and mix on low for about one min. Once mixed finish incorporating all the ingredients by hand to prevent overmixing
- As soon as your dough is done roll them to your desired size ( I used a tablespoon to measure out my dough)
- When you are done rolling your dough balls, using your thumb or a teaspoon to create the pocket in the middle
- After your pockets are done fill them in with your desired filling
- Bake in the oven for 20 minutes