Peach Thumbprint Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the delightful simplicity of our Gift Basket Village Country Kitchens Peach Thumbprint Cookies recipe. Begin by creaming softened butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy, then stir in vanilla extract. Gradually incorporate flour and salt to form a smooth dough. Shape tablespoon-sized portions into balls and roll them in finely chopped pecans for a delightful crunch. Press your thumb or the back of a teaspoon into each cookie to create a well, then fill generously with our luxurious peach preserves. Bake until golden brown, allowing the cookies to cool briefly before serving. These cookies are a perfect blend of buttery texture and fruity sweetness, showcasing the essence of our peach preserves in every bite. Enjoy them with a cup of tea or coffee for a truly comforting treat.

Peach Thumbprint Cookies Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans (optional, for rolling)
• 17.5 ounces (1 jar) peach preserves (Gift Basket Village Country Kitchens Peach Preserves)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats

2. Prepare the Cookie Dough: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract. Gradually add the flour and salt to the creamed mixture, mixing until well combined and a dough forms.

3. Shape the Cookies: Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls. If using pecans, roll each ball into the finely chopped pecan to coat the outside.

4. Make Thumbprint Indents: Place the coated balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Use your thumb or the back of a teaspoon to make an indentation in the center of each cookie. Make sure not to press all the way through the cookie.

5. Fill with Peach Preserves: Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon of peach preserves into each indentation. The preserves should fill the indentation without overflowing.

6. Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden.

7. Cool and Serve: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

8. Store: Once cooled, store the Peach Thumbprint Cookies in a airtight container at room temperature. They can be stored for several day.

Enjoy these delicious Peach Thumbprint Cookies, each filled with the delightful taste of peach preserves from Gift Basket Village Country Kitchens! Perfect for a sweet treat any time of day.