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Peanut Butter and Jelly Thumbprint Cookies Recipe

Peanut Butter and Jelly Thumbprint Cookies

These Peanut Butter and Jelly Thumbprint Cookies feature a soft, chewy peanut butter base paired with a sweet jelly filling, making them a crowd-pleaser. Ideal for sharing with family or friends, they're quick to prepare and bake, bringing warmth and sweetness to any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18 Cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup jelly or jam of your choice strawberry, grape, or raspberry work well
  • Optional: powdered sugar for dusting

Method
 

  1. Preheat the Oven – Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the Dough – In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt. Mix until smooth and well combined.
  3. Form the Cookies – Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
  4. Create Thumbprints – Using your thumb or the back of a teaspoon, make an indentation in the center of each cookie ball.
  5. Fill with Jelly – Spoon a small amount of jelly or jam into each indentation, being careful not to overfill.
  6. Bake – Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Serve – Enjoy these Peanut Butter and Jelly Thumbprint Cookies warm or store in an airtight container for later.

Notes

For a crunchy twist, use chunky peanut butter instead of creamy. If the dough is too sticky, refrigerate it for 10-15 minutes before rolling. Lightly dust the cookies with powdered sugar for extra sweetness.