How do I make pbj thumbprint cookies?

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Put a twist on a classic with these PB&J Thumbprint Cookies! A delightful combination of sweet and savory that will bring back childhood memories.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How Do I Make PBJ Thumbprint Cookies. Items include:  Butter  Granulated Sugar  Vanilla Extract  Salt  All-Purpose Flour  Jam or Jelly
  • Butter 1 cup (225g)
  • Granulated Sugar 3/4 cup (150g)
  • Vanilla Extract 1 teaspoon
  • Salt 1/4 teaspoon
  • All-Purpose Flour 2 cups (250g)
  • Jam or Jelly your favorite flavor, about 1/2 teaspoon per cookie

Take note
Use caution when handling hot baking trays. Be careful not to burn yourself or others. Also, these cookies are addictive, so be prepared to make more!

1

Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Get it nice and toasty so your cookies can bake perfectly.

2

Mix the Dough

In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup (225g) of softened butter and 3/4 cup (150g) of granulated sugar until fluffy. Then, add in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Mix it all together until well combined. Now, gradually add in 2 cups (250g) of all-purpose flour and mix until a soft dough forms.

3

Form the Cookies

Take about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball. Place the dough balls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spaced about 2 inches apart. With your thumb, make an indentation in the center of each cookie.

4

Add the PB&J

Fill each indentation with about 1/2 teaspoon of your favorite jam or jelly. Raspberry, strawberry, or grape work great for that classic PB&J taste. If you're feeling adventurous, try mixing it up with a different flavor!

5

Bake and Cool

Pop the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden. Once baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

6

Enjoy!

Now it's time to indulge in these delightful PB&J Thumbprint Cookies! Grab a glass of milk and enjoy the nostalgic flavors of childhood. Share them with friends and family, or keep them all to yourself!