Pecan Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies

Pecan Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies
  • PREP TIME
    30 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    40 mins
  • SERVING
    48 People
  • VIEWS
    115

Delicate, melt-in-your-mouth cookies featuring a buttery pecan crust and a vibrant raspberry jam center. These miniature delights evoke the comforting essence of homemade pie, perfect for any occasion, especially during festive gatherings.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    10 g
  • Cholesterol
    12 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    1 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    41 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). (5 minutes)

02

Step

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, vegetable shortening, and light brown sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy. (5 minutes)

03

Step

Beat in the egg yolks and vanilla extract until well combined. (2 minutes)

04

Step

Gradually add the sifted all-purpose flour, one cup at a time, mixing briefly after each addition until just incorporated. Stir in the fine sea salt. (5 minutes)

05

Step

In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg whites. Place the finely chopped pecans in a separate shallow bowl. (2 minutes)

06

Step

Pinch off small portions of the dough and roll them into 1-inch balls. Dip each ball into the beaten egg whites, allowing any excess to drip off, and then roll in the finely chopped pecans, ensuring they are fully coated. (15 minutes)

07

Step

Place the pecan-coated cookie dough balls onto an ungreased baking sheet. Use your thumb or the back of a small spoon to gently create an indentation in the center of each cookie. (5 minutes)

08

Step

Spoon a small amount of raspberry jam into each indentation. Be careful not to overfill. (5 minutes)

09

Step

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are very lightly browned. (12 minutes)

10

Step

Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (10 minutes)

For a richer flavor, toast the pecans lightly before chopping.
Any flavor of jam or preserves can be used in place of raspberry.
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Dexter Sauer

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 38 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (10)
  • Ivy Rowe

    I substituted almond extract for the vanilla and used almond slivers instead of pecans - delicious!

  • Serena Cruickshank

    These cookies are absolutely divine! The pecan crust is perfectly crisp and the raspberry jam adds a wonderful tanginess.

  • Drew Douglas

    I added a pinch of cinnamon to the dough for a warm, spicy flavor.

  • Jettie Mertz

    A tip: chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling into balls to prevent spreading.

  • Maritza Stammwisozk

    These were a huge hit at my holiday cookie exchange!

  • Luciano Leffler

    Can I use salted butter, if I reduce the amount of salt in the recipe?

  • Ian Nader

    The recipe is very easy to follow, even for beginner bakers.

  • Yadira Leffler

    I made these with sugar-free jam for a healthier option and they were still amazing.

  • Newton Batz

    These taste even better the next day!

  • Josie Raynor

    My jam bubbled over a bit during baking. Next time, I'll use slightly less jam.

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