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April 5, 2017

Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies Recipe

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Our raspberry thumbprint cookies recipe is easy to make and the most popular cookie recipe EVER!  They make the perfect dessert for parties, holiday gathering, and will be requested time and time again!  Cookie Recipes | Thumbprint Cookie Recipes | Thumbprint Cookies | Dessert Recipes | Easy Recipes #Dessert via @amybarseghian

Are you looking for the best thumbprint cookies recipe? Look no further because this raspberry thumbprint cookies recipe is the most requested one that I make from people of all ages. I originally discovered this recipe over a decade ago in a teacher’s lounge, so I don’t know the original source. I just know it is beyond incredible and unique in flavor. While the flavors of this recipe are amazing, it’s even better because there are no eggs.

Our raspberry thumbprint cookies recipe is easy to make and the most popular cookie recipe EVER! They make the perfect dessert for parties, holiday gathering, and will be requested time and time again! Cookie Recipes | Thumbprint Cookie Recipes | Thumbprint Cookies | Dessert Recipes | Easy Recipes #Dessert

Our raspberry thumbprint cookies recipe is easy to make and the most popular cookie recipe ever!  They make the perfect dessert for parties or holiday gatherings and will be requested time and time again!

To be the best thumbprint cookie recipe, it needs to be both delicious and easy to make. This recipe fits the bill on both of those requirements and only takes about 30 minutes to prepare. The fact that it is completely egg free makes it a wonderful treat for those with egg allergies. 

As with any recipe, there is some mess but no sticky egg spills. You can make cleanup even easier if you use a silicone baking mat. I’ve made this recipe numerous times and have learned a few tricks to get the best results.

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When making this recipe, there are a few things to look for that will help you know it’s done. When you are finished mixing all of the ingredients together, the dough should come off the edges of the mixing bowl cleanly. This lets you know you mixed it well and that it will form dough balls nicely.

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Place each formed dough ball onto a cookie sheet and use your thumb to create a well in the center of each ball. An essential part of this thumbprint cookie recipe is the jelly. Use a jelly that is thick and goopy so it does not liquify when heating. For years I bought mine from a bakery store and finally found the same cake and pastry filling on Amazon.  

This is the magic behind these cookies. I have tried it with regular jelly but it does not taste the same. So the thicker the better!

Our raspberry thumbprint cookies recipe is easy to make and the most popular cookie recipe EVER! They make the perfect dessert for parties, holiday gathering, and will be requested time and time again! Cookie Recipes | Thumbprint Cookie Recipes | What are Thumbprint Cookies | How to Make Thumbprint Cookies

When you make the frosting for this recipe, the almond extract adds a delicious flavor. I recommend doubling the frosting recipe so you can add plenty to the cookies. And if you have any leftover, grab some pretzels to dip in it…it tastes incredible!

Our raspberry thumbprint cookies recipe is easy to make and the most popular cookie recipe EVER! They make the perfect dessert for parties, holiday gathering, and will be requested time and time again! Cookie Recipes | Thumbprint Cookie Recipes | What are Thumbprint Cookies | How to Make Thumbprint Cookies

I hope you enjoy this raspberry thumbprint cookies recipe as much as we do!

Our raspberry thumbprint cookies recipe is easy to make and the most popular cookie recipe EVER! They make the perfect dessert for parties, holiday gathering, and will be requested time and time again! Cookie Recipes | Thumbprint Cookie Recipes | What are Thumbprint Cookies | How to Make Thumbprint Cookies
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Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies

The best raspberry thumbprint cookies recipe is easy to make, easy to prep, and easy to clean off the plate when finished.
Prep Time30 mins
Cook Time16 mins
Total Time46 mins
Course: Dessert
Servings: 40 cookies

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter softened
  • 2/3 cup sugar
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract for dough
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1/2 raspberry jelly or flavor of choice
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract for frosting
  • 4-5 tsp water

Instructions

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, almond extract, and butter. Beat at medium speed until creamy.
  • Add flour one cup at a time and beat on low speed until well mixed.
  • Shape dough into 1-inch balls and place 2-inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Make an indentation with thumb in center of the cookie.
  • Fill each indentation with jam until it is level with the top of the cookie.
  • Bake for 14-18 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned. 
  • Let stand one minute and remove from cookie sheet.
  • While cookies are baking, mix powdered sugar, 1 1/2 tsp of almond extract, and water together to make the frosting.
  • Drizzle frosting over cookies before they have completely cooled.
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  1. karen says

    April 7, 2017 at 6:13 pm

    These are making me drool! I love cookies and these are one of my faves! I especially am loving the raspberry flavoring! That is a win-win-win to me! Cant wait to try!

    Reply
    • Amy Barseghian says

      April 9, 2017 at 3:09 pm

      The raspberry is YUMMY! Enjoy!

  2. Journa Ramirez says

    April 8, 2017 at 4:36 am

    One word: heavenly! Those cookies look sooo good and I can’t wait to try and make some for my family! I’m sure my kids will love it!

    Reply
  3. Jessi Joachim says

    April 8, 2017 at 6:06 am

    These look delicious! I also love that they are allergy friendly for those who can’t have eggs. I need to make these to take to my sister’s house

    Reply
    • Amy Barseghian says

      April 9, 2017 at 3:10 pm

      And they are great with coffee in the morning, too!

  4. Kim says

    April 8, 2017 at 6:45 am

    I love thumbprint cookies! They are so easy to do. The jam is so refreshing too.

    Reply
  5. Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh says

    April 8, 2017 at 8:20 am

    These cookies are my favorite! I worked at a local coffee shop that made these, and I loved snacking on the not so perfect ones. I haven’t had one in years!

    Reply
    • Amy Barseghian says

      April 9, 2017 at 3:11 pm

      Oh wow, I would not be able to resist.

  6. Theresa says

    April 8, 2017 at 1:53 pm

    These look so tasty! I love making cookies, and these look simple to make for a fun weekend get together!

    Reply
  7. Angela Tolsma says

    April 8, 2017 at 1:59 pm

    These look so yummy! I have never made thumb print cookies and had no idea they were so silly!

    Reply
    • Amy Barseghian says

      April 9, 2017 at 3:11 pm

      These are very easy cookies to make and the best part is no one will know they were that easy.

  8. Rose Sahetapy says

    April 8, 2017 at 2:27 pm

    I feel like I just want to grab these cookies from the screen! Thumbprint cookie is one of my favourite cookies since I was a kid. Thank you for sharing this recipe and for the tips. I bookmark this post.

    Reply
  9. Amanda Love says

    April 8, 2017 at 8:59 pm

    This looks so good! I love making cookies like this and I usually go with strawberries but I’d love to give raspberries a chance to shine too. What makes this even better is the frosting!

    Reply
  10. Tereza says

    April 8, 2017 at 10:41 pm

    Oh man this looks delicious! Definitely bookmarking it for next weekend so I can give it a go, looks so yummy! x

    Reply
    • Amy Barseghian says

      April 9, 2017 at 3:12 pm

      Awesome! Let me know what you think of them.

  11. Jeanine says

    April 9, 2017 at 7:34 am

    These look so good. i haven’t had these in a long time. I would love to make them though. They look SO good!

    Reply
  12. Lara says

    April 9, 2017 at 7:37 am

    This makes me nostalgic – these are similar to ones my mom made at the holidays, but they didn’t have icing like these. These look so great – will have to give them a try!

    Reply
    • Amy Barseghian says

      April 9, 2017 at 3:13 pm

      The frosting is amazing! Hope you love them!

  13. Cindy Ingalls says

    April 9, 2017 at 1:45 pm

    I used to love cookies like these. They are a classic and always so delicious. Can’t wait to whip up a batch at home.

    Reply
    • Sharon kubitz says

      December 22, 2019 at 5:26 pm

      I made these for Christmas and they are easy and awesome.

  14. Blythe Alpern says

    April 9, 2017 at 1:46 pm

    I’ve been a huge fan of raspberry thumbprint cookies since I was a kid. It’s been so long since I had any. This recipe has me feeling so nostalgic, I think I might need to make me some this weekend

    Reply
  15. Jean says

    April 9, 2017 at 2:47 pm

    These cookies look so yummy! I really want to get into baking so will definitely be saving this recipe. I’m sure my friends and family will love these!

    Reply
    • Amy Barseghian says

      April 9, 2017 at 3:04 pm

      They certainly will!

  16. Heather says

    April 9, 2017 at 5:10 pm

    These look wonderful. I’m sure my oldest daughter would LOVE these after school!

    Reply
  17. Rachel says

    April 9, 2017 at 6:44 pm

    These look really good! They make me think of Christmas. I bet making them with my daughter would be fun.

    Reply
  18. Missy Burson says

    April 10, 2017 at 1:50 pm

    I don’t have an egg allergy but I am the WORST at making gross slimy messes when cracking eggs, so I will deinitely give this recipe a try!

    Reply
    • Amy Barseghian says

      April 10, 2017 at 2:26 pm

      Haha! That sounds like a great reason to make them!

  19. Brittany says

    April 11, 2017 at 7:22 am

    Yum these look so good! I’ve always wanted to make thumbprint cookies! I can’t wait to try out this recipe! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  20. Toughcookiemommy says

    April 11, 2017 at 2:46 pm

    These cookies look so delicious and easy to make. They are the perfect treat for any family gathering or event.

    Reply
  21. Bernice says

    April 20, 2017 at 10:41 pm

    5 stars
    Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies looks delicious! I think , it would perfect recipe for outing this weekend. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply

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