Valentine’s Day Heart Thumbprint Cookies with Jam

Why Make This Recipe

Valentine’s Day Heart Thumbprint Cookies with Jam are the perfect treat to celebrate love and sweetness. These cookies not only look adorable with their heart-shaped indents but also taste delicious, thanks to the mix of almond and blueberry jam. They make a fantastic gift for your loved ones or a delightful addition to any Valentine’s Day gathering. Plus, they’re easy to make, so you can whip up a batch without any fuss!

How to Make Valentine’s Day Heart Thumbprint Cookies with Jam

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (use the scoop and level method or a kitchen scale to measure this)
• 3/4 cup almond flour (use the scoop and level method or a kitchen scale to measure this)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup butter (softened)
• 1/4 cup + 1 tbsp Imperial Sugar granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp almond extract
• 1/3 cup jam (I used blueberry jam, but feel free to use whichever one you prefer)

Directions

First, start by preheating the oven to 350°F, then line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, almond flour, and salt and set aside. In a stand mixer bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Add in the vanilla extract and almond extract and mix just until incorporated.

Add the flour mixture and mix using the paddle attachment. If the dough seems crumbly, don’t worry; keep mixing until it comes together. Using a measuring tablespoon, scoop out 1 tablespoon worth of cookie dough, roll it between the palms of your hands, and place it on the baking sheet. Continue until you are done with all the cookie dough. Using your fingers, make a heart-shaped indentation, then pipe in the jam.

Bake each cookie for 11-12 minutes in the oven. Dust with powdered sugar, then let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes before moving them to a cooling rack.

How to Serve Valentine’s Day Heart Thumbprint Cookies with Jam

These cookies are best served fresh, but they are also great for gifting. Arrange them in a beautiful box or on a plate, and they will surely impress. You can pair these cookies with a cup of tea or coffee for a cozy treat.

How to Store Valentine’s Day Heart Thumbprint Cookies with Jam

To keep your cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They will stay delicious for about a week. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze them. Just make sure to separate layers of cookies with parchment paper to prevent them from sticking together.

Tips to Make Valentine’s Day Heart Thumbprint Cookies with Jam

• Be sure to soften the butter for easier mixing.
• If the dough is too sticky, you can chill it in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
• Experiment with different types of jam for a unique flavor!

Variation

Feel free to change the flavor of the cookies by using different extracts like lemon or coconut. You can also use hazelnut flour instead of almond flour for a different taste.

FAQs

1. Can I use other types of flour?
Yes, you can try other nut flours or gluten-free flour blends, although the texture might change.

2. What jams work best with these cookies?
Any type of jam will work, but fruit jams like raspberry, strawberry, or apricot are popular choices.

3. How do I make my cookies extra sweet?
You can add more granulated sugar to the dough or sprinkle a bit of extra powdered sugar on top after baking.

Valentine's Day Heart Thumbprint Cookies with Jam

Delicious heart-shaped cookies filled with your choice of jam, perfect for celebrating love on Valentine’s Day.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 12 minutes mins

Total Time 32 minutes mins

Servings: 12 cookies

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 120

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Dry Ingredients

• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour Use the scoop and level method or a kitchen scale to measure this
• 3/4 cup almond flour Use the scoop and level method or a kitchen scale to measure this
• 1/2 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter (softened) Ensure the butter is softened for easier mixing
• 1/4 cup Imperial Sugar granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp Imperial Sugar granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp almond extract
• 1/3 cup jam Blueberry jam recommended, but any jam works

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, almond flour, and salt.
3. In a stand mixer bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
4. Add in the vanilla extract and almond extract and mix just until incorporated.

Mixing

1. Add the flour mixture and mix using the paddle attachment until dough forms.
2. If the dough seems crumbly, continue mixing until it comes together.

Shaping

1. Using a measuring tablespoon, scoop out 1 tablespoon of cookie dough, roll it into a ball, and place it on the baking sheet.
2. Use your fingers to make a heart-shaped indentation in each cookie and pipe in the jam.

Baking

1. Bake cookies in the preheated oven for 11-12 minutes.

Cooling

1. Dust with powdered sugar and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes before moving to a cooling rack.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week, or freeze them separated by parchment paper to prevent sticking. Experiment with different jams for unique flavors.