Best 3 Barefoot Contessa Thumbprint Cookies Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Embark on a delightful culinary journey with our comprehensive guide to creating the ultimate barefoot contessa thumbprint cookies. These delectable treats, made famous by the renowned Ina Garten, are renowned for their exquisite combination of crumbly shortbread crusts and delectable fillings. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds as we delve into the secrets of crafting these irresistible cookies, ensuring that every bite is an explosion of flavor and texture.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

JAM THUMBPRINT COOKIES



Jam Thumbprint Cookies image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 2h15m

Yield 32 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 pound (3 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water, for egg wash
7 ounces sweetened flaked coconut
Raspberry and/or apricot jam

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together the butter and sugar until they are just combined and then add the vanilla. Separately, sift together the flour and salt. With the mixer on low speed, add the flour mixture to the creamed butter and sugar. Mix until the dough starts to come together. Dump on a floured board and roll together into a flat disk. Wrap in plastic and chill for 30 minutes.
  • Roll the dough into 1 1/4-inch balls. (If you have a scale they should each weigh 1 ounce.) Dip each ball into the egg wash and then roll it in coconut. Place the balls on an ungreased cookie sheet and press a light indentation into the top of each with your finger. Drop 1/4 teaspoon of jam into each indentation. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the coconut is a golden brown. Cool and serve.

SHORTBREAD COOKIES



Shortbread Cookies image

Bake Ina Garten's chocolate-dipped Shortbread Cookies for the perfect bite with tea, from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 20 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 pound unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup sugar, plus extra for sprinkling
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 to 7 ounces very good semisweet chocolate, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, mix together the butter and 1 cup of sugar until they are just combined. Add the vanilla. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour and salt, then add them to the butter-and-sugar mixture. Mix on low speed until the dough starts to come together. Dump onto a surface dusted with flour and shape into a flat disk. Wrap in plastic and chill for 30 minutes.
  • Roll the dough 1/2-inch thick and cut with a 3 by 1-inch finger-shaped cutter. Place the cookies on an ungreased baking sheet and sprinkle with sugar. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the edges begin to brown. Allow to cool to room temperature.
  • When the cookies are cool, place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Put 3 ounces of the chocolate in a glass bowl and microwave on high power for 30 seconds. (Don't trust your microwave timer; time it with your watch.) Stir with a wooden spoon. Continue to heat and stir in 30-second increments until the chocolate is just melted. Add the remaining chocolate and allow it to sit at room temperature, stirring often, until it's completely smooth. Stir vigorously until the chocolate is smooth and slightly cooled; stirring makes it glossier.
  • Drizzle 1/2 of each cookie with just enough chocolate to coat it.

BAREFOOT CONTESSA THUMBPRINT COOKIES



BAREFOOT CONTESSa THUMBPRINT COOKIES image

Make and share this BAREFOOT CONTESSa THUMBPRINT COOKIES recipe from Food.com.

Provided by avalontwilightdesig

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3 1/2 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 large egg, beaten
1 tablespoon water
7 ounces sweetened flaked coconut
raspberry jam

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together the butter and sugar until just combined, and then add the vanilla. Separately, sift together the flour and salt. With the mixer on low speed, add the flour mixture to the creamed butter and sugar. Mix until the dough starts to come together. Dump on a floured board and roll together into a flat disk. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
  • Roll the dough into 1 1/4-inch balls. (If you have a scale, they should each weigh 1-ounce.) Dip each ball into the egg wash and then roll it in coconut. Place the balls on an ungreased cookie sheet and press a light indentation into the top of each with your finger. Drop 1/4 teaspoon of jam into each indentation. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the coconut is a golden brown. Cool and serve.

Tips:

  • Use softened butter for easy creaming with sugar.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading.
  • Roll the dough out to a thickness of 1/4 inch for evenly baked cookies.
  • Use a round cookie cutter or the bottom of a glass to cut out the cookies.
  • Press your thumb or the end of a spoon into the center of each cookie to create an indentation.
  • Fill the indentation with your favorite jam or preserves.
  • Bake the cookies at 350°F for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  • Let the cookies cool on a wire rack before serving.

Conclusion:

Barefoot Contessa's Thumbprint Cookies are a classic and delicious treat that are perfect for any occasion. With a simple dough and a variety of filling options, these cookies are sure to please everyone. Whether you're a fan of traditional flavors like raspberry or strawberry jam or you prefer something more unique like lemon curd or Nutella, you're sure to find a thumbprint cookie that you'll love. So next time you're looking for a sweet and easy treat, give these cookies a try!

Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »

    #60-minutes-or-less     #time-to-make     #course     #cuisine     #preparation     #occasion     #north-american     #hand-formed-cookies     #desserts     #american     #easy     #holiday-event     #cookies-and-brownies     #dietary     #christmas     #low-sodium     #midwestern     #northeastern-united-states     #low-in-something     #3-steps-or-less

Related Topics