Tutti-Frutti Thumbprint Cookies
Tutti-Frutti Thumbprint Cookies transform any occasion into a vibrant celebration with their bright fruit preserves and buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture, perfect for sharing at festive gatherings or savoring during cozy moments at home.
Ingredients
- 2 cups 240g all-purpose flour
- 1 cup 225g unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup 150g granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup 120g assorted fruit preserves (e.g., raspberry, apricot, mixed fruit)
- Optional: Colorful sprinkles for decoration
- Substitution: Use gluten-free flour for all-purpose; vegan butter for unsalted butter.
Instructions
Preheat Oven
- I preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment for these Tutti-Frutti Thumbprint Cookies.
Cream Butter and Sugar
- I cream 1 cup butter and ¾ cup sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy for these festive cookie bites.
Add Egg Yolk and Vanilla
- I mix in 1 egg yolk and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth for these vibrant fruit treats.
Combine Dry Ingredients
- I whisk 2 cups flour, ½ tsp baking powder, and ¼ tsp salt in another bowl for this simple recipe.
Form Dough
- I gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined for these colorful fruit cookies.
Shape Cookies
- I roll tablespoon-sized dough into balls, place on the baking sheet, and make a thumbprint in each for these vibrant fruit treats.
Fill with Preserves
- I spoon ½ tsp fruit preserves into each thumbprint for these festive cookie bites.
Add Sprinkles
- I sprinkle optional colorful sprinkles on top for these colorful fruit cookies’ charm.
Bake Cookies
- I bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are lightly golden, cooling on the sheet for 10 minutes before moving to a wire rack for these vibrant fruit treats.