Irresistible Red Velvet Thumbprint Cookies Recipe Easy Now
Author:admin
Total Time:1 hour 32 minutes
Yield:24 cookies 1x
Description
Red Velvet Thumbprint bake guide soft cookies creamy centers quick steps tips ideal for gifts parties and gatherings Fast bake times
Ingredients
Scale
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (210–220 g)
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (25 g)
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
2 tablespoons buttermilk (or milk)
2–3 tablespoons red gel food coloring
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1/2 cup raspberry jam
Instructions
Whisk the dry ingredients (flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt) in a medium bowl until evenly distributed. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar on medium speed until pale and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
Beat in the egg, vanilla, buttermilk, and red food coloring until the color is even and the mixture looks glossy and smooth, about 1 minute.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low just until a soft dough forms.
Chill the dough for 30–60 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment or silicone mats.
Roll tablespoon-sized portions into 1-inch balls and space them about 2 inches apart on the prepared sheets.
Dip your thumb or the back of a small, rounded measuring spoon into a little flour and press an indentation into the center of each ball.
Bake for 11–13 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers look just a touch soft and glossy. The cookies should not spread too thinly; if they do, give them a longer chill next time.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies rest on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. They will firm up as they cool, becoming perfect for filling.
Once cool, spoon or pipe a small amount of raspberry jam into each indentation. If you prefer a cleaner look, you can add jam after baking instead of before.
Notes
Cozy red velvet thumbprint cookies with vibrant color and soft centers, filled with a tart-sweet raspberry jam. Festive, crowd-pleasing, and easy to bake for holidays or weekend gatherings.
