Classic Christmas Swedish Jam Thumbprint Cookie Recipe

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with similar texture.

jam

🥗Healthier: fruit preserves

💰Cheaper: homemade jam

Fruit preserves often have less sugar and can be made easily at home.

Cream together 1/2 cup butter and 1/4 cup brown sugar until mixed.

Add 1 egg yolk and mix until incorporated.

Add 1 cup all-purpose flour and mix until a cookie dough forms.

Roll dough into balls, then roll in lightly whipped egg white and chopped walnuts.

Make an indentation in each ball with your thumb.

Fill each indentation with jam of your choice.

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

Bake for 10 minutes, then remove and press down the centers again.

Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until done.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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