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Easter Thumbprint Cookies

Delightful Easter Thumbprint Cookies featuring buttery cookies with a luscious center filled with fruit preserves or creamy lemon curd, perfect for family gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened The buttery aroma that fills your kitchen during baking will have everyone eagerly anticipating the first bite!
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar This adds just the right amount of sweetness to your cookies for that delightful balance.
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed The molasses in brown sugar will introduce a rich depth of flavor.
  • 2 large eggs Contributes moistness and acts as a binding agent.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract This aromatic essence lifts the flavors to a new level.
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour The base of our cookie dough.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Crucial for achieving that soft, puffy texture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances all flavors, balancing the sweet notes.
Decoration and Filling
  • 1 cup colorful sprinkles Add a fun pop to each cookie.
  • 1 cup lemon curd or any desired filling The tartness of lemon curd contrasts beautifully with the cookie’s sweetness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and packed brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, followed by the vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to your wet mixture, blending until just combined.
  5. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into balls. Roll these cookie dough balls in the colorful sprinkles until they are fully coated.
  6. Place the coated cookie balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between them. Create deep indentations in the center of each cookie using your thumb.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  2. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before filling each indentation with lemon curd or a filling of your choice.
  3. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

Store these cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. You can freeze portions for longer storage.