Description
Orange Marmalade Thumbprint Cookies are a delightful treat that brings a burst of citrus flavor to any occasion. With their buttery cookie base and sweet, tangy orange marmalade center, these cookies are perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying alongside your afternoon tea. Their crisp edges combined with a gooey center make every bite a delicious experience. Easy to prepare, these cookies will quickly become a favorite in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup orange marmalade
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350?F (175?C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract; mix until fully combined.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- Roll the dough into one-inch balls and place them on the baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
- Create an indent in each ball using your thumb and fill each with approximately half a teaspoon of orange marmalade.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges. Allow to cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg