Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies

Name: Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 19 min
Total time: 49 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup salted butter (room temperature (230g)); 1/2 cup granulated sugar ((105g) + more for rolling dough balls in); 1 large egg yolk; 3/4 teaspoon almond extract; 2 ⅓ cup all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled (293g)); 1/3 cup raspberry jam (or your favorite flavor) ((100g)); 1 cup confectioner's sugar ((109g)); ½ tsp vanilla extract; 1 tbsp + ½ tsp milk or water

Instructions

Prep:30minCook:19min

Raspberry thumbprint cookies are the kind of treat that always feels homemade and heartfelt. The buttery dough is soft and easy to work with, and filling each little thumbprint with ruby-red raspberry jam makes them as pretty as they are delicious. They bake up tender and slightly golden, with that perfect balance of sweet jam and buttery crumb. A simple, timeless cookie that's lovely for holidays or any day you want a little comfort.

Updated at: Mon, 08 Dec 2025 14:35:38 GMT