Delightful Thumbprint Cookies (Printer-Friendly)

Buttery thumbprint cookies with a soft texture and sweet jam or chocolate centers for a nostalgic treat.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Dough

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
05 - 1 egg yolk
06 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Filling

07 - 1/2 cup jam or chocolate filling (e.g., raspberry or chocolate)

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Set oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a mixing bowl, beat together unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
03 - Add egg yolk and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and blend until smooth and well combined.
04 - Gradually fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined, taking care not to overmix.
05 - Scoop dough into approximately 1 inch diameter balls and arrange them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Use your thumb or a small spoon to press a shallow well into the center of each dough ball.
07 - Fill each indent with the chosen jam or chocolate filling.
08 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the edges appear lightly golden while the centers remain soft.
09 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet briefly before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Use chilled butter for a firmer dough consistency if desired.

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