Smucker's Thumbprint Cookies Recipe

These easy-to-make thumbprint cookies are the perfect festive treat for your holiday gatherings! Buttery, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread cookies topped with a generous dollop of your favorite jam – a classic recipe that's always a crowd-pleaser. Get ready to impress your friends and family with these delightful bites!

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 22 mins
Calories 88.6 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Smucker's Thumbprint Cookies

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How to Make Smucker's Thumbprint Cookies

  1. Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  3. Gradually add 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour and ½ teaspoon salt, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours (or overnight for easier handling).
  5. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. Roll rounded teaspoons of dough into balls. Place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  7. Gently flatten each ball with your fingertip. Make a slight indentation in the center of each cookie.
  8. Fill each indentation with about ½ teaspoon of your favorite jam (raspberry, strawberry, or apricot are all delicious choices!).
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Watch carefully to prevent the bottoms from over-browning. Baking times may vary depending on your oven.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

16g

Carbs

3g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Smucker's Thumbprint Cookies?

Smucker's Thumbprint Cookies takes about 67 minutes from start to finish — roughly 45 minutes to prepare and 22 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Smucker's Thumbprint Cookies?

Smucker's Thumbprint Cookies has approximately 88.6 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Smucker's Thumbprint Cookies?

The key ingredients for Smucker's Thumbprint Cookies are Butter, Sugar, Vanilla Extract, Flour, Salt, Jam. See the full list with measurements above.

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