Cranberry Pecan Thumbprint Cookies
Thumbprint cookies are named after the thumbprint indentation made in the center of each cookie to hold the filling.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 62 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Cranberry Pecan Thumbprint Cookies
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg yolks and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
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Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in the chopped pecans.
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Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Make an indentation in the center of each cookie with your thumb.
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Spoon a small amount of cranberry sauce into each indentation.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are golden brown.
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Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 24
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 120kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 7g11%
- Total Carbohydrate 14g5%
- Sugars 8g
- Protein 1g2%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
