Holiday Pistachio Thumbprint Cookies
Bite into a delightful Holiday Pistachio Thumbprint Cookie, where crunchy pistachios meet a sweet jam center nestled in a buttery cookie base. These cookies are the perfect festive treat for gatherings, cookie exchanges, or cozy moments with tea. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, they promise joy and nostalgia with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shelled pistachios (chopped)
- 1/2 cup your favorite jam (raspberry or apricot recommended)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 egg yolks
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add egg yolks one at a time and mix in the vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually incorporate all-purpose flour until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
- Roll the dough into balls about one inch in diameter and coat each ball in chopped pistachios.
- Place them on prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart. Press your thumb gently into each ball to create an indentation.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Once cooled slightly, fill each thumbprint with jam.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading. Experiment with different jam flavors like chocolate or mango for unique variations. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.