Peanut Butter Jelly Thumbprint Cookies Recipe

Surprise your kids with these delightful Peanut Butter Jelly Thumbprint Cookies! A hidden layer of creamy peanut butter beneath sweet strawberry jam creates an unforgettable flavor explosion in every bite. These easy-to-make cookies are perfect for baking with the little ones and are guaranteed to be a family favorite. Get ready for gooey, delightful treats!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 133.3 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Peanut Butter Jelly Thumbprint Cookies

  • Powdered Sugar
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • All Purpose Flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • About 2 tablespoons peanut butter (enough for ¼ teaspoon per cookie)
  • About 2 tablespoons strawberry jam (enough for ¼ teaspoon per cookie)

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How to Make Peanut Butter Jelly Thumbprint Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Gradually add 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour and ½ teaspoon salt, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  6. Use your thumb or the end of a spoon to make an indentation in the center of each cookie.
  7. Fill each indentation with ¼ teaspoon of peanut butter.
  8. Top the peanut butter with ¼ teaspoon of strawberry jam.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  10. Remove from baking sheets immediately and let cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

21g

Carbs

4g