Nancy Tucker
@tuckercrunchynan
Delicious White Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies
Indulge in these delightful white chocolate thumbprint cookies, featuring a buttery base, a sweet raspberry jam center, and a luscious white chocolate drizzle. Perfect for any occasion!
Details
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
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Recipe Information
- Prep time25 min.
- Cook time20 min.
- Total time45 min.
- Servings72
Ingredients
- 1 pound
- 1 1/2 cups
- 1 teaspoon
- 4 cups
- 2 teaspoons
- 1 cup
- 1 (8 ounce) jar
- 3 (1.55 ounce) bars
- 1 tablespoon
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Delicious White Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies.
Step 1
Start by creaming together the softened butter, white sugar, and vanilla extract in a large mixing bowl. Beat them until the mixture is creamy and smooth, creating a delightful base for your cookies. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Gradually add this flour mixture to the creamed butter mixture, mixing until the dough is smooth and well combined. If you’re a fan of a little crunch, fold in the chopped walnuts at this stage. Once your dough is ready, cover it and refrigerate for about an hour to firm it up, making it easier to handle later on.
Step 2
While the dough chills, preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). This is the perfect time to get your baking sheets ready, lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Step 3
After the dough has chilled, roll it into small balls, about the size of a walnut. You should be able to make around 6 dozen of these little gems. Place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each ball. Now, here comes the fun part: use your thumb to gently press down in the center of each ball, creating a small well that will hold the delicious raspberry jam.
Step 4
Fill each thumbprint with a generous dollop of seedless raspberry jam, allowing the sweet and tangy flavor to shine through as it bakes.
Step 5
Pop the baking sheets into the preheated oven and bake for about 18 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden brown. The aroma wafting through your kitchen will be irresistible!
Step 6
While the cookies are baking, melt the chopped white chocolate and vegetable shortening together. You can do this using a double boiler over simmering water, stirring frequently to ensure it melts evenly without scorching. Once melted, drizzle this creamy white chocolate mixture over the warm cookies, adding a touch of elegance and sweetness.
Step 7
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This will help them set perfectly, making them ready for your enjoyment.