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Nostalgic PB&J Thumbprint Cookies


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  • Author: Klara Henschel,
  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 12-15 cookies
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious nostalgic thumbprint cookies filled with your choice of grape jelly, strawberry jam, or raspberry jam.


Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ cup grape jelly, strawberry jam, or raspberry jam
  • Melted peanut butter for drizzling


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line 1–2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and salt.
  3. Add egg, peanut butter, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
  4. Fold in flour and baking soda until a thick dough forms.
  5. Scoop dough into balls and place 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
  6. Use scooper to flatten the center of each cookie, creating a well for the jam.
  7. Place 1 teaspoon of preserves in each cookie center.
  8. Bake 13 minutes until edges are slightly browned; cool 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack.
  9. Melt extra peanut butter and drizzle or swirl on top of each cooled cookie.

Notes

  • Allow cookies to cool completely before storing.
  • Experiment with different fruit preserves for unique flavors.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 13 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American