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Fruit Filled Thumbprint Cookies

These Fruit Filled Thumbprint Cookies are buttery, soft, and bursting with fruity goodness. Perfect for holidays, gifts, or any cozy day at home.
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Ingredients
  

1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened

2/3 cup (135 g) granulated sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)

2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup (160 g) fruit jam or preserves (raspberry, apricot, or strawberry)

1/4 cup (30 g) powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then add vanilla and almond extracts.
    Whisk flour and salt in a separate bowl, then gradually mix into the butter mixture until smooth.
    Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the baking sheet. Press a thumb into the center of each ball to form an indentation.
    Fill each indentation with 1/2 teaspoon of fruit jam.
    Bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are lightly golden, rotating halfway through.
    Cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.