Raspberry Cheesecake Thumbprint Cookies
Delicious cookies featuring a rich cream cheese dough with sweet raspberry jam; perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Filling and Topping
- 1/2 cup raspberry jam
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional) For presentation
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and butter until creamy.
- Add the sugar and vanilla, mixing well.
- Slowly stir in the flour and salt until just combined.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Press your thumb into the center of each ball to make a dent.
- Fill each dent with raspberry jam.
Baking
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool before dusting with powdered sugar, if desired.
Notes
Add a splash of lemon zest to the cream cheese mixture for extra flavor. Customize jam flavors for a unique twist; try blueberry or strawberry!