These are the BEST easy thumbprint cookies – maybe even the best cookies! They are super simple to make, and they are always a big hit – the jelly center is the best part.
Thumbprint Cookies
Thumbprint cookies are definitely my favorite cookie. My mom has been making them for a few years now, and I’m always so excited when I see them sitting on the counter at her house.
One day during Christmas week, I decided to make up a batch. I needed to feel a little more cheery, and that’s something baking can almost always help with.
Gluten Free Desserts
Because one of my brother-in-laws can’t eat gluten, I decided to make one batch gluten free as well. I had never done this before, so I wasn’t sure how they would turn out. Well, they were a success! My brother-in-law raved about them, and others said they were quite delicious as well. And of course, we all enjoyed the regular ones as well. I also took these to a church activity recently, and everyone who tried them asked for the recipe!
Simple Cookies Recipe
So if you are looking for an amazing (and most importantly, easy) cookie recipe that can be made with regular flour and made to be gluten free, don’t look any further. Be warned though – they are SUPER addicting. Oh, and Jack LOVED helping with these cookies. He did a whole batch by himself.
Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies
Yield:
30
Cook Time:
15 minutes
Total Time:
15 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup softened butter
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 cups white flour, for gluten free, I used King Arthur's and only used 1 3/4 cup
- Raspberry Jam
- Glaze:
- 1 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
- Using a mixer (hand or stand), combine butter, sugar, and almond extract until smooth and cream.
- Slowly add in flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until the dough is formed.
- Once dough is made, roll into small, 1-inch balls and place on a cookie sheet covered with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Gently press your thumb into the center of each cookie.
- Put a dollop of jam into each imprint.
- Bake at 350 for 14-16 minutes.
- While baking, mix together powdered sugar, water, and almond extract.
- Remove from oven, let cool about five minutes.
- Drizzle with glaze.
- Enjoy!
Katie is a Colorado-native, BYU graduated, and most importantly, wife to one and mother to three beautiful boys. She is passionate about sharing her experiences with others – especially about pregnancy, breastfeeding, cooking, and crafts. She is currently training to be a Certified Lactation Educator. She loves spending time with her family and helping others find joy in family life.
Alina Bannavong says
If you dont have almond extract can you use vanilla extract
Katie says
You can – it will just be a slightly different flavor 🙂
Chelsea @ Life With My Littles says
Yum! I love thumbprint cookies, especially when they have jam in the middle! I’ll have to make these with the kids!
Cat says
These look so delicious, I can’t wait to try them!