Description
Valentine’s Sprinkle Thumbprint Cookies are a delightful combination of buttery goodness and fruity jam, topped with colorful sprinkles. These charming cookies are not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes, making them perfect for sharing with loved ones on Valentine’s Day or any special occasion. Easy to make and visually stunning, they are sure to become a favorite in your baking collection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup jelly or jam (your choice)
- 1/4 cup colorful sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg yolks and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Shape the dough into balls (about one inch in diameter) and place them on the prepared baking sheet two inches apart.
- Use your thumb to create an indentation in each ball and fill it with jelly or jam.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden at the edges. Cool slightly before sprinkling with colorful decorations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg