Best 4 Rumprints Recipes

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Rumprints are a traditional German pastry that is enjoyed during the holiday season. They are a delightful treat that can be made at home with just a few simple ingredients. This article will provide you with a comprehensive guide to finding the best recipe for rumprints, including tips on how to choose the right ingredients and how to prepare them properly. You will also learn about the different variations of rumprints that are available, so that you can find the one that best suits your taste. So, if you're looking for a delicious and festive treat to make this holiday season, read on to find the best recipe for rumprints!

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

JAM THUMBPRINTS



Jam Thumbprints image

Delicious and attractive little cookies, with a thumb indentation filled with preserves. Fill with different colored preserves for an interesting presentation.

Provided by Esther Kenagy

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Thumbprint Cookie Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

⅔ cup butter
⅓ cup white sugar
2 egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 egg whites, lightly beaten
¾ cup finely chopped walnuts
⅓ cup strawberry preserves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease cookie sheets, or line with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks, vanilla, and salt. Gradually mix in flour.
  • Shape dough into 3/4 inch balls. Dip in lightly beaten egg whites, then roll in finely chopped walnuts. Place 1 inch apart on prepared cookie sheets. Press down center of each with thumb.
  • Bake for 15 to 17 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely. Just before serving, fill centers of cookies with strawberry preserves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Cholesterol 30.6 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 90.3 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

PEANUT BUTTER THUMBPRINTS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 29m

Yield 3 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/4 cups firmly packed brown sugar
3/4 tsp. salt
Granulated sugar
3/4 cup Jif® Creamy Peanut Butter
1/2 cup Crisco® All-Vegetable Shortening
or 1/2 stick Crisco® Baking Sticks All-Vegetable Shortening
3 tsps. milk
1 tbsp. vanilla extract
1 large egg
1 3/4 cups Pillsbury BEST® All Purpose Flour
3/4 tsp. baking soda
1/4 cup Smucker's® Orchard's Finest® Pacific Mountain Strawberry Preserves, stirred

Steps:

  • HEAT oven to 375 degrees F.
  • COMBINE brown sugar, peanut butter, shortening, milk and vanilla in bowl of electric mixer; beat at medium speed until well blended. Beat in egg just until blended.
  • COMBINE flour, baking soda and salt in medium bowl. Beat into peanut butter mixture at low speed just until blended.
  • SHAPE dough into 1-inch balls. Roll in granulated sugar. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
  • BAKE 6 minutes. Immediately press centers of cookies with back of measuring teaspoon. Bake 3 minutes longer or until cookies are set and just beginning to brown. Cool 2 minutes on baking sheet.
  • SPOON preserves into center of each cookie. Place on cooling rack to cool completely.

EGGNOG THUMBPRINTS



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These cute cookie bites always get a recipe request. They make special holiday gifts and freeze well, too.- Mary Ann Ludwig, Edwardsville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2/3 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 large egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 large egg whites
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
FILLING:
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 teaspoon rum extract
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 to 2 teaspoons 2% milk
1 to 2 drops yellow food coloring, optional
Additional ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, salt and nutmeg; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour or until firm enough to handle., Preheat oven to 350°. Shape dough into 1-in. balls. In a shallow bowl, whisk egg whites until foamy. Place walnuts in a separate shallow bowl. Dip balls in egg whites; roll in walnuts., Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Press a 1/2-in.-deep indentation in center of each with your thumb. Bake 10-12 minutes or until center is set. Carefully remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For filling, in a small bowl, beat butter and extract until creamy. Beat in confectioners' sugar alternately with enough milk to reach spreading consistency. If desired, beat in food coloring. Fill each cookie with 1/2 teaspoon filling. Sprinkle with additional nutmeg.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 42mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

RUMPRINTS



Rumprints image

From BHG 1988 Holiday Cooking. A delicate little cookie great for the holidays. Cook time includes 1 hour for chilling.

Provided by Kaarin

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h55m

Yield 36 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

2/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/3 cup sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 3/4 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon milk
1/4 teaspoon rum extract
nutmeg, for dusting

Steps:

  • Beat butter and sugar till fluffy. Add egg and vanilla, then flour, nutmeg, salt and beat well. Cover and chill 1 hour.
  • Shape into 1 inch balls. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets and press down centers with thumb.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for about 12 minutes.
  • Cool on rack.
  • Make filling: Beat butter and powdered sugar until soft. Stir in the milk and rum extract.
  • Spoon or pipe about 1/2 tsp of filling into each indent in cookies. Sprinkle with nutmeg.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86.6, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 18.4, Sodium 19.1, Carbohydrate 9.9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 5.2, Protein 0.9

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality rum. The quality of your rum will directly impact the flavor of your rumprints. Look for a rum that is aged for at least three years and has a robust flavor.
  • Use fresh ingredients. Fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs will give your rumprints the best flavor. Avoid using canned or frozen ingredients whenever possible.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make your rumprints tough and dense. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Let the batter rest before baking. Letting the batter rest for at least 30 minutes before baking will allow the flavors to meld and the batter to thicken slightly. This will result in a more flavorful and tender rumprint.
  • Bake the rumprints until they are just set. Overbaking the rumprints will make them dry and crumbly. Bake them just until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Conclusion:

Rumprints are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With their moist and flavorful crumb, they are the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth. Whether you enjoy them plain or topped with your favorite glaze or frosting, rumprints are sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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