Description

These Strawberry Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies are a delicious and visually stunning treat, combining the rich taste of chocolate with a sweet, fruity strawberry jam center. With a crisp, buttery texture, they make the perfect snack or dessert for any occasion—whether it’s a holiday, a special celebration, or just a treat for yourself!

Ingredients

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For the Cookies:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for the chocolate flavor)
1/4 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)

For the Strawberry Jam Filling:

1/2 cup strawberry jam (or preserve)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder.
In a separate large bowl, beat together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and beat until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, and then roll each ball in powdered sugar until coated.
Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Gently press your thumb into the center of each dough ball to create an indentation. Be sure not to press all the way through.
Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until they are slightly firm around the edges. The cookies will slightly crack around the edges, which is normal.
After baking, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet.
Once the cookies have cooled slightly, use a spoon to fill each thumbprint indentation with strawberry jam. You can warm the jam slightly in the microwave if it’s too thick.
Let the cookies cool completely before serving or storing.

Notes

You can substitute the strawberry jam with other fruit jams, such as raspberry, blueberry, or even apricot for a different flavor.
If you want to make the cookies even more decadent, dip the edges of the cookies in melted chocolate after filling with the jam.
Store these cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Thumbprint Cookies, Strawberry Jam Cookies, Chocolate Thumbprint, Jam-Filled Cookies, Holiday Cookies, Strawberry Chocolate, Chocolate Cookies