Best 3 Peanut Butter And Jelly Thumbprint Cookies Recipes

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Welcome to the realm of peanut butter and jelly thumbprint cookies, where childhood memories and culinary delight harmoniously intertwine. As enticing as they sound, these cookies are simple to make, with the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Whether you're an experienced baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of creating these delectable treats. From selecting the right ingredients to mastering the art of shaping and baking, we'll provide you with all the essential tips and tricks to ensure your cookies turn out perfect. So put on your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a delightful journey into the world of peanut butter and jelly thumbprint cookies.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

PEANUT BUTTER AND JELLY THUMBPRINT COOKIES



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These cookies are great for kids of all ages. I usually double the recipe when I make them. Using a cookie scoop and soda bottle cap to make the indentations results in uniform cookies, which makes a nice presentation. But you can improvise with other lids; just aim for something about the size of a quarter. Use any variety of jelly, but I do not recommend jelly with chunks of fruit, like strawberry. Attempting to move the cookies prior to cooling completely will cause them to break.

Provided by Grace Gutberlet

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Thumbprint Cookie Recipes

Time 4h50m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter
⅔ cup creamy peanut butter
½ cup white sugar
½ cup brown sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg
¾ cup seedless raspberry jam

Steps:

  • Sift flour, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl.
  • Beat butter, peanut butter, white sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla together in a separate bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, 1 to 2 minutes. Scrape sides of bowl with a rubber spatula. Add egg to butter mixture and beat on medium speed until blended. Scrape side of bowl down again.
  • Beat flour mixture into butter mixture on low speed until just blended. Scrape bowl and mix a few more seconds.
  • Scoop dough into 2 tablespoon-sized balls and arrange on a baking sheet. Cover baking sheet and refrigerate at least 4 hours (overnight is ideal).
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper and arrange cookie balls atop paper.
  • Bake cookies in the preheated oven until partially cooked, 11 minutes.
  • Place raspberry jam in a bowl and stir until syrup consistency.
  • Press a soda bottle cap into the center of each cookie until edges of cookies bulge and begin to crack, making an indentation. Fill each indentation with about 1 teaspoon jam.
  • Bake cookies until edges are lightly browned, 7 minutes longer. Cool cookies completely on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Carbohydrate 17.7 g, Cholesterol 14.3 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 70.2 mg, Sugar 11.3 g

PEANUT BUTTER AND JELLY THUMBPRINT SHORTBREAD COOKIES



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These are just like the shortbread and jam cookies you know, but with the taste of peanut butter and grape jelly.

Provided by Christine Thomas Boss

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Thumbprint Cookie Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup butter, softened
⅔ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup grape jelly
½ cup creamy peanut butter
1 ½ teaspoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C); line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth; add the vanilla and continue to beat. Mix in the flour mixture until just incorporated. Roll dough into 1 1/2-inch balls and arrange on prepared baking sheets. Make a small hole in the center of each ball, using your thumb and finger; fill the holes with grape jam.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 14 minutes; allow to cool on baking sheet for 1 minute.
  • Put the peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl, and cook in a microwave oven until soft for 10 - 30 seconds, checking every 10 seconds. Be careful not to overheat the peanut butter; do not let it bubble. Stir the vegetable oil through the heated peanut butter; drizzle over the warm cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 13.6 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 52.9 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

PEANUT BUTTER AND JELLY THUMBPRINT COOKIES



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Katie Lee's cookies are a quick holiday solution, as they're made entirely in the food processor and are ready in just 25 minutes.

Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     dessert

Time 25m

Yield about 40 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

Nonstick cooking spray
1 cup unsalted roasted peanuts
1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon fine salt
1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature
3/4 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup of your favorite jelly (I like grape)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Pulse the peanuts in a food processor until they are a fine meal. Add the oats, flour and salt and process until blended. Transfer to a bowl. In the food processor, combine the butter and sugar and process until light and fluffy. With the motor running, add the egg and vanilla. Process until smooth. Add half of the dry ingredients back into the processor and pulse to combine. Add the remaining half and pulse again until combined.
  • Drop the cookie dough by the tablespoonful (I use an ice cream scoop) onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1 1/2 inches between the cookies. Use your thumb to make a thumb print in each cookie.
  • Bake until the bottoms of the cookies are lightly golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
  • Stir the jelly in a small bowl to loosen it up and fill each thumbprint with about 1 teaspoon.

Tips:

  • Use a large spoon or cookie scoop to drop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets. This will help to ensure that the cookies are all the same size and shape.
  • Make sure to press the thumbprint into the center of each cookie deeply enough so that the jelly will not overflow when baking.
  • When filling the thumbprints with jelly, use a variety of flavors to create a fun and festive look. Some popular options include strawberry, grape, and raspberry jelly.
  • If you don't have any jelly on hand, you can also use other fillings, such as Nutella, chocolate ganache, or even peanut butter.
  • To make the cookies even more festive, you can sprinkle them with powdered sugar or decorate them with sprinkles before baking.

Conclusion:

Peanut butter and jelly thumbprint cookies are a classic treat that is loved by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own liking. With their sweet and salty flavor combination, these cookies are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. So next time you are looking for a simple and delicious cookie recipe, give these peanut butter and jelly thumbprint cookies a try!

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