Raspberry Pecan Thumbprints Recipe

Indulge in these irresistible Raspberry Pecan Thumbprints! A classic recipe from the Great American Cookie Cookbook, these melt-in-your-mouth cookies feature buttery shortbread, sweet raspberry jam, and crunchy pecans. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a special treat any day of the week. Easy to make and even easier to devour!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 1343.4 kcal
Protein 25g
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Ingredients for Raspberry Pecan Thumbprints

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How to Make Raspberry Pecan Thumbprints

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup chopped pecans, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon baking powder.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter until smooth.
  4. Gradually beat in 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Beat in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients (flour mixture) to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls.
  8. Place the dough balls onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
  9. Gently press down on the center of each ball with your thumb to create an indentation.
  10. Pinch together any cracks in the dough.
  11. Fill each indentation with approximately 1/4 teaspoon of raspberry jam.
  12. Sprinkle the filled cookies with the remaining 1/2 cup chopped pecans.
  13. Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  14. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  15. Enjoy these delightful cookies – even better the next day!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

218g

Fat

206g

Carbs

43g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Raspberry Pecan Thumbprints?

Raspberry Pecan Thumbprints takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Raspberry Pecan Thumbprints?

Raspberry Pecan Thumbprints has approximately 1343.4 calories per serving, with about 25 g protein, 43 g carbohydrates and 135 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Raspberry Pecan Thumbprints?

The key ingredients for Raspberry Pecan Thumbprints are All Purpose Flour, Pecan Pieces, Ground Cinnamon, Ground Allspice, Salt, Butter. See the full list with measurements above.

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