Coconut-Cherry Thumbprints

Thumbprint cookies get their name from the thumbprint-like indentation made in the center of each cookie, which is then filled with a delicious filling.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 62 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Coconut-Cherry Thumbprints

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Bakery Courses: Bakery, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 2 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2160

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Unsweetened shredded coconut
• 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• 12 tablespoon Cherry preserves
• 2 tablespoon Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and shredded coconut.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until light and fluffy.
4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
5. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to make an indentation in the center of each cookie.
7. Fill each indentation with a teaspoon of cherry preserves.
8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are golden brown.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar.
11. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9g14%

Total Carbohydrate 24g8%

Sugars 12g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.