Guava Jam Thumbprint Cookies (Printable Version)

Buttery cookies with sweet-tart guava jam center. Easy 35-minute treat yielding 24 soft, golden cookies.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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

# Directions:

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 portions 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 -
  • Tropical Flare: The guava jam center provides a unique and vibrant flavor that stands out from typical berry fillings.
  • Perfect Texture: A buttery, melt-in-your-mouth base that complements the sticky, sweet jam.
  • Quick and Easy: With only 20 minutes of preparation, these are accessible for any level of baker.
02 -
  • Uniform Wells: Use the back of a rounded 1/2 teaspoon measuring spoon to create consistent and neat indentations.
  • Prevent Sticking: If the dough is sticking to your hands, chill it for 10-15 minutes before rolling the balls.
  • Cooling Time: Don't skip the 5-minute cooling period on the baking sheet, as this helps the cookies set so they don't break when moved.
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