Italian Thumbprint Cookies

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Delicious Italian Thumbprint Cookies recipe for your sweet tooth
in Cookies

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup margarine , softened
2 egg yolks
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 cups flour
2 egg whites
1 -2 cup chopped walnuts
any flavor jam
maraschino cherry
Hershey chocolate kiss

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
171
Sugar
11g
Fat
10g
Italian Thumbprint Cookies are a classic cookie recipe that has been enjoyed by families for generations. These cookies are soft and buttery, with a crunchy coating of chopped walnuts and a sweet jam filling. They are perfect for holidays, celebrations, and afternoon tea. The Hershey chocolate kiss adds a delightful chocolatey twist to this traditional recipe.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).
2.In a bowl, cream sugar, salt, and margarine until light and fluffy.
3.Beat in egg yolks, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
4.Gradually add flour, mixing well.
5.Shape dough into 1-inch balls.
6.Dip balls into beaten egg whites and roll in chopped walnuts.
7.Place on ungreased cookie sheets and press thumb into center.
8.Drop a small amount of any flavor jam into the center of each cookie.
9.Top with a maraschino cherry.
10.Bake for 15-20 minutes or until slightly golden.
11.Remove from heat and press a Hershey chocolate kiss into the center of each cookie.

PROS

These cookies are easy to make, taste delicious, and are perfect for a sweet treat.

You can customize the flavor of the jam to suit your taste preferences.

CONS

These cookies are high in sugar and fat, so they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

They may not be suitable for those with nut allergies due to the chopped walnuts.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these cookies are not particularly healthy, they can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The almond extract in this recipe may contain antioxidants, which can help to protect against damage caused by free radicals in the body.

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