Description
Peanut Butter Thumbprint Cookies are a nostalgic treat that combines the rich flavor of peanut butter with a sweet surprise in the center. These soft, buttery cookies are easy to make and perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering or a holiday cookie swap. With minimal ingredients and quick preparation, they’re sure to delight everyone who tries them.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup of your favorite jam or melted chocolate
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix together peanut butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt until smooth.
- Scoop dough into 1-inch balls and place on the baking sheet. Create an indentation in each ball using your thumb.
- Fill each thumbprint with your chosen jam or melted chocolate.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden. Let cool on the tray before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg