Heart Shaped Thumbprint Cookies
150kcal
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 2 cups All purpose flour Essential for the structure of your cookies, this flour gives them that perfect chewy texture.
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt A pinch enhances all the flavors in your cookies, balancing the sweetness beautifully.
- 1 cup Unsalted butter Softened for easy mixing, it adds richness and creates a tender cookie.
- 1/2 cup Sugar Granulated sugar sweetens the dough and helps it to become golden during baking.
- 4 ounces Cream cheese Adds a luscious creaminess that makes these cookies incredibly moist.
- 2 large Egg yolks These provide richness and help bind the dough together seamlessly.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract A must-have for imparting a warm, sweet flavor that complements your ingredients perfectly.
- 1/4 teaspoon Almond extract This lovely note of nuttiness can enhance the sweetness of your cookies, making them truly special.
For the Filling
- 1 jar Fruit jam of choice Adds a burst of fruity flavor to your cookies.
- 1/2 cup Nutella or other filling A chocolatey alternative that brings a rich, delightful center to your heart-shaped treats.
Method
How to Make Heart Shaped Thumbprint Cookies
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Combine flour and salt in a bowl using a whisk. Beat softened butter, sugar, and cream cheese together until light and fluffy—about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Mix in egg yolks, vanilla extract, and optional almond extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Roll the dough into 1-tablespoon balls and place them on your prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between them.
- Create two small indentations in each ball using your thumb or back of a spoon to form a heart shape.
- Fill each heart shape with a dollop of your favorite jam or Nutella.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are just golden.
- Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
Serving1cookieCalories150kcalCarbohydrates20gProtein2gFat7gSaturated Fat4gMonounsaturated Fat3gCholesterol30mgSodium50mgPotassium60mgFiber1gSugar8gVitamin A5IUCalcium2mgIron4mg
Notes
For best results, ensure butter and cream cheese are softened at room temperature before mixing. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.