Description
These Heart-Shaped Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies are the perfect combination of rich, chocolatey goodness and a sweet, fruity jam filling. With their adorable heart shape, they’re ideal for Valentine’s Day or any occasion where you want to spread some love! They’re easy to make and sure to impress anyone with their delightful taste and festive look.
Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp milk (optional, for smoother dough)
For the Filling:
- ½ cup raspberry jam (or strawberry, cherry, or any preferred fruit jam)
For Garnish (optional):
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Melted chocolate (for drizzling, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until creamy and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined. If the dough feels too dry, add a tablespoon of milk to smooth it out.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Shape the Cookies:
- Roll the dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Use your thumb (or the back of a spoon) to make an indentation in the center of each ball, shaping it into a heart shape as you press down gently. Be sure not to press too hard.
- Fill with Jam:
- Fill each thumbprint indentation with about 1 teaspoon of raspberry jam or your choice of fruit jam.
- Bake the Cookies:
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are slightly firm and the cookies are fully set.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Garnish (Optional):
- Once the cookies are completely cooled, you can dust them lightly with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.
- For added flair, drizzle melted chocolate over the cookies.
- Serve:
- These cookies are perfect for Valentine’s Day celebrations, gift-giving, or any special occasion!
Notes
- If you don’t have raspberry jam, feel free to use strawberry, apricot, or even chocolate ganache for the filling.
- To prevent the jam from spreading too much during baking, make sure the thumbprint indentations are deep enough to hold the jam.
- You can store these cookies in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Valentine’s Day Treat, Cookies
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American, Valentine’s Day Special
Keywords: Chocolate thumbprint cookies, heart-shaped cookies, Valentine’s Day cookies, chocolate jam cookies, easy thumbprint cookies