Ashley’s Jam Thumbprint Cookies
My dear friend Ashley makes these delicious cookies every holiday season. They are simple, buttery but tart, and more importantly melt in your mouth. I find them to feel both festive and a delightful change from my chocolate cookie propensity.
While you could use whatever jam you like, Ashley is partial to not only raspberry — but also the classic Bonne Maman brand. And I agree.
This year, we made them together. And while her spirit is more free in the kitchen than mine, I like to think we balance each other out and work well together.
Some things to keep in mind:
Depending on your use, doubling the batch is easy to do and wise so you have plenty to enjoy and share.
Contrary to popular belief, this can be mixed by hand.
Whatever you do, don’t overbake these. You’re looking for lightly golden.
Based on the above, move them from the pan to a cooling rack as soon as they’re done so they can set. Be careful here, they will be soft.
