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 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.
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.
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!
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!
I hope you enjoy this raspberry thumbprint cookies recipe as much as we do!
The best raspberry thumbprint cookies recipe is easy to make, easy to prep, and easy to clean off the plate when finished.
- 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
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.
karen says
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!
Amy Barseghian says
The raspberry is YUMMY! Enjoy!
Journa Ramirez says
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!
Jessi Joachim says
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
Amy Barseghian says
And they are great with coffee in the morning, too!
Kim says
I love thumbprint cookies! They are so easy to do. The jam is so refreshing too.
Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh says
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!
Amy Barseghian says
Oh wow, I would not be able to resist.
Theresa says
These look so tasty! I love making cookies, and these look simple to make for a fun weekend get together!
Angela Tolsma says
These look so yummy! I have never made thumb print cookies and had no idea they were so silly!
Amy Barseghian says
These are very easy cookies to make and the best part is no one will know they were that easy.
Rose Sahetapy says
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.
Amanda Love says
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!
Tereza says
Oh man this looks delicious! Definitely bookmarking it for next weekend so I can give it a go, looks so yummy! x
Amy Barseghian says
Awesome! Let me know what you think of them.
Jeanine says
These look so good. i haven’t had these in a long time. I would love to make them though. They look SO good!
Lara says
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!
Amy Barseghian says
The frosting is amazing! Hope you love them!
Cindy Ingalls says
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.
Blythe Alpern says
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
Jean says
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!
Amy Barseghian says
They certainly will!
Heather says
These look wonderful. I’m sure my oldest daughter would LOVE these after school!
Rachel says
These look really good! They make me think of Christmas. I bet making them with my daughter would be fun.
Missy Burson says
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!
Amy Barseghian says
Haha! That sounds like a great reason to make them!
Brittany says
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!
Toughcookiemommy says
These cookies look so delicious and easy to make. They are the perfect treat for any family gathering or event.
Bernice says
Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies looks delicious! I think , it would perfect recipe for outing this weekend. Thanks for sharing.