Cream Cheese Thumbprint Cookies

Thumbprint cookies are named after the thumb indentation made in the center of each cookie to hold the jam or filling.

This is vegetarian and low carb recipe. Dish can be prepared in 62 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Cream Cheese Thumbprint Cookies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Low Carb Vegetarian

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

Servings: 24 Calories: 2880

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-Purpose Flour
• 1 cups Unsalted Butter
• 1 package Cream Cheese
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Jam or Preserves (any flavor)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, cream cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the vanilla extract and salt, and mix until well combined.
4. Gradually add the flour and mix until the dough comes together.
5. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Use your thumb or the back of a teaspoon to make an indentation in the center of each cookie.
7. Fill each indentation with a small amount of jam or preserves.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 120kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7g11%

Total Carbohydrate 13g5%

Sugars 7g

Protein 1g2%

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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.