In the realm of culinary delights, thumbprint cookies stand as exquisite gems of sweet indulgence. With their delicate crumbly texture, delightful filling, and captivating appearance, these petite treats have won the hearts of cookie enthusiasts worldwide. Whether you're a seasoned baker seeking to perfect your thumbprint cookie recipe or a novice cook embarking on a delightful baking adventure, this comprehensive guide will lead you on a journey to create the ultimate tasty thumbprint cookies that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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TASTY HOLIDAY THUMBPRINT COOKIES
This is another recipe from Diabetic Cooking magazine. A great low fat, low carb version of an old family favorite. 1 serving = 1/2 starch
Provided by Mysterygirl
Categories Dessert
Time 14m
Yield 20 cookies, 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°.
- Spray cookie sheets with non-stick cooking spray.
- Beat cake mix, orange juice, orange peel and vanilla with mixer for 2 minutes.
- Increase speed to medium and beat 2 minutes more or until dough is smooth (dough should be very sticky still).
- With oiled hands, roll dough into 1 inch balls and place 2 1/2 inches apart on cookie sheets.
- Press the center of each ball with thumb and fill with 1/4 tsp of strawberry fruit spread.
- Sprinkle cookies with the chopped pecans.
- Bake for 8-9 minutes or until cookies are lightly golden brown and lose their shininess.
- Be sure that you don't overbake these cookies or they will be dry.
- Remove from oven and place on wire racks to cool completely.
TASTY THUMBPRINT COOKIES
These cookies are very easy and quick to make and have excellent results. Very tasty and versatile, too, cause you can use any type of jam you prefer.
Provided by Lalaloula
Categories Dessert
Time 25m
Yield 14 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 190°C/375°F.
- Cream butter and sugar in a big bowl. Add the egg yolk. Sift in flour and salt and stir until just combined. Fold in granola cereal or nuts. Mix well.
- Using your hands (if the dough is sticky, flour them lightly) take small lumps of dough and roll them into balls. Make an indentation into each ball using your fingers or the handle of a wooden spoon.
- Fill each cookie with a ts of your favourite jam and bake for 12-15 minutes on a paper-lined baking sheet. The cookies should be slightly browned and the jam bubbly.
Tips:
- Choose the right cookie dough. A good cookie dough for thumbprint cookies should be firm enough to hold its shape, but not too dry. If the dough is too dry, the cookies will be crumbly. If the dough is too wet, the cookies will spread too much in the oven.
- Chill the dough before baking. Chilling the dough helps to firm it up and prevent the cookies from spreading too much in the oven. It also makes the dough easier to work with.
- Use a variety of fillings. Thumbprint cookies can be filled with a variety of different fillings, such as jam, jelly, chocolate, peanut butter, or even Nutella. Get creative and experiment with different flavors!
- Don't overfill the cookies. When filling the cookies, don't overfill them, or the filling will spill out while baking. A good rule of thumb is to fill the cookies only about halfway.
- Bake the cookies until they are just set. The cookies are done baking when they are just set and the edges are just beginning to brown. If you overbake the cookies, they will be dry and crumbly.
Conclusion:
Thumbprint cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With a variety of different fillings to choose from, there is sure to be a thumbprint cookie that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give thumbprint cookies a try!
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