Guava Jam Thumbprint Cookies (Printable)

Buttery cookies with sweet-tart guava jam center, offering delightful contrast of flavors. Ready in 35 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

03 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
04 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1 large egg
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Filling

07 - 1/2 cup guava jam

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and salt; set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
04 - Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
05 - Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
06 - Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and roll them between your palms. Place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
07 - Using your thumb or the back of a rounded teaspoon, make an indentation in the center of each dough ball.
08 - Fill each indentation with approximately 1/2 teaspoon of guava jam.
09 - Bake for 13 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are just lightly golden.
10 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The buttery, shortbread-like texture pairs perfectly with the exotic guava filling.
  • Easy to prepare in just 35 minutes using basic pantry staples.
  • Versatile enough for afternoon tea, holiday platters, or a simple dessert.
  • A beautiful, colorful presentation that brightens any table.
02 -
  • Use the back of a measuring spoon for perfectly round, uniform indentations.
  • If the dough is too soft to roll, chill it in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
  • Contains allergens: Wheat (gluten), egg, and milk (butter).
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