Description
Delightfully buttery and tender Lingonberry Thumbprint Cookies with a sweet and tangy lingonberry jam center. These classic cookies are perfect for holiday treats or anytime you crave a simple, elegant dessert with a Scandinavian twist.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 3/4 cups all purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Filling
- Lingonberry jam, as needed for filling
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare baking sheet. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream butter and sugar. In a stand mixer or using a hand mixer, beat the softened unsalted butter with powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla extract and continue beating until fully incorporated.
- Add dry ingredients and form dough. Mix in salt and all-purpose flour gradually. The dough will be crumbly at first; use your hands to knead it gently until it comes together into a cohesive dough.
- Shape cookies and add jam. Take about 1 tablespoon of dough at a time, knead it in your palm, and roll it into a smooth ball. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet two inches apart. Press your thumb gently into the center of each cookie to create a well, being careful not to press all the way through. Fill each indentation with a small spoonful of lingonberry jam.
- Bake cookies. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 14 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the cookies remain soft in the center.
- Cool and store. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, store them in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming.
- If lingonberry jam is unavailable, you can substitute with raspberry or cranberry jam for a similar tart flavor.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Do not overfill the thumbprint with jam to prevent spilling during baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Scandinavian
Keywords: Lingonberry thumbprint cookies, Scandinavian cookies, jam-filled cookies, holiday cookies, buttery cookies, thumbprint cookies recipe
