Description
Delicious thumbprint cookies with a buttery, strawberry flavor and a chocolate kiss center, perfect for summer or Valentine’s Day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups (280 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3–4 tablespoons freeze-dried strawberry powder (or 1–2 tablespoons pureed strawberries)
- Chocolate kisses or strawberry-filled candy
Instructions
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3–4 minutes with a stand mixer.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Fold in the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Stir in the strawberry powder or puree.
- Scoop 1-tablespoon portions and roll into balls, spacing them 2 inches apart on a baking sheet.
- Chill the dough for 15-30 minutes for best results.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 9–11 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft.
- Press a chocolate kiss or a strawberry-filled candy into each warm cookie well immediately after removing from the oven.
Notes
Chilling the dough helps control spread and keeps thumbprints neat. Use freeze-dried strawberry powder for vibrant color and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American